Improving violence prevention in schools for minority adolescents
Enhancing School-Based Violence Prevention through Multilevel Racial/Ethnic Discrimination Intervention
This study is looking to help African American and Hispanic/Latinx teens in schools by reducing bullying and violence caused by unfair treatment, and it aims to create a friendlier and safer school environment for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Medical University of South Carolina NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Charleston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10554424 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing the high rates of aggression and violence among African American and Hispanic/Latinx adolescents in schools. It aims to tackle the underlying issue of racial and ethnic discrimination that contributes to these disparities. The approach involves a comprehensive intervention that targets unintentional biases in teachers, reduces peer discrimination, and implements strategies to improve the overall school environment. By utilizing evidence-based methods, the research seeks to create a safer and more supportive atmosphere for these students.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are African American and Hispanic/Latinx adolescents who are experiencing or at risk of engaging in aggressive behavior.
Not a fit: Patients who do not belong to the targeted racial/ethnic groups or who are not in school settings may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant reductions in violence and aggression among minority adolescents in schools.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using interventions to reduce bias and discrimination in educational settings, indicating a promising approach for this study.
Where this research is happening
Charleston, United States
- Medical University of South Carolina — Charleston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Halliday, Colleen a — Medical University of South Carolina
- Study coordinator: Halliday, Colleen a
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.