Identifying factors that predict long-term effects of violence on youth

Acute predictors of long-term post-trauma outcomes in youth victims of violence

['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN MILWAUKEE · NIH-10852902

This study is looking at how experiences right after young people face violence can affect their mental health later on, especially in relation to PTSD, and it aims to find ways to better identify and help those who might be at risk.

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_R01']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorUNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN MILWAUKEE (nih funded)
Locations1 site (MILWAUKEE, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-10852902 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

This research investigates how acute experiences following youth violence can predict long-term mental health outcomes, particularly focusing on posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The team will analyze neurobehavioral responses and use advanced machine learning techniques to identify key predictors of chronic PTSD. By examining a range of factors including neuroimaging, behavior, and community influences, the study aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the risks faced by young victims of violence. This approach seeks to improve early identification and intervention strategies for at-risk youth.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are youth under 21 years old who have recently been victims of violence.

Not a fit: Patients who have not experienced violence or trauma may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better prevention and treatment strategies for PTSD in youth who have experienced violence.

How similar studies have performed: While there is ongoing research in PTSD and trauma, this study's specific focus on acute predictors in youth victims of violence is relatively novel.

Where this research is happening

MILWAUKEE, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
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