Improving health education for rural adolescents in schools
RFA-DP-24-138, Connections for Health: Centering school connection and health for rural young people
This study is all about creating better health education programs for young people living in rural areas, helping them learn about important topics like social, emotional, and sexual health, while also training teachers to support their students' well-being.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Education, Training, & Research Assocs NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Watsonville, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11053249 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing health education for young people in rural areas, where access to healthcare services is often limited. It aims to develop comprehensive health education programs that address social, emotional, and sexual health needs specific to rural adolescents. The project will also provide professional development for educators to better support their students' health and well-being. By adapting health education to the unique challenges faced by rural schools, the research seeks to improve health outcomes for these young individuals.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents living in rural areas who may benefit from enhanced health education and support services.
Not a fit: Patients who do not reside in rural areas or who are not adolescents may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health behaviors and outcomes for rural adolescents, reducing risks associated with substance use and other health issues.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that comprehensive health education can positively impact adolescent health behaviors, indicating potential success for this adapted approach.
Where this research is happening
Watsonville, UNITED STATES
- Education, Training, & Research Assocs — Watsonville, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kosciw, Joseph — Education, Training, & Research Assocs
- Study coordinator: Kosciw, Joseph
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.