Improving emotion regulation skills in middle school students using a digital program.

Project 1: Implementation and evaluation of an optimized digital emotion regulation program for middle schoolers.

NIH-funded research University of Oregon · NIH-11091021

This study is testing a new online program to help middle school students, ages 11-14, learn how to manage their emotions better, with the hope that it will support their mental health and help them do better in school.

Quick facts

Grant typeNIH-funded research
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionUniversity of Oregon NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Eugene, United States)
Project IDNIH-11091021 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research focuses on developing and evaluating a digital program designed to enhance emotion regulation skills among middle school students aged 11-14. By integrating this program into school settings, the project aims to provide teachers with the necessary training and resources to effectively implement the program. The goal is to help students manage their emotions better, which can lead to improved mental health and academic performance. The program is based on social emotional learning principles and seeks to address the mental health challenges that often arise during early adolescence.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are middle school students aged 11-14 who may benefit from enhanced emotion regulation skills.

Not a fit: Students who are not in the middle school age range or those who do not experience challenges with emotion regulation may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved emotional well-being and academic outcomes for middle school students.

How similar studies have performed: Previous social emotional learning programs have shown success in improving emotional and behavioral outcomes in school settings, indicating a promising approach.

Where this research is happening

Eugene, 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.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
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