Preventing peer aggression and dating violence in preteens with mental health challenges
Official title: Cross-Cutting Trauma-Informed Peer Aggression and Dating Violence Prevention for Preteens Receiving Intensive Mental Health Services
Funded at Rhode Island Hospital · NIH-10992953 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a supportive program designed to help preteens aged 11 to 13, who have faced tough experiences and are getting mental health help, learn how to handle conflicts better and build healthier friendships, all while reducing bullying and dating violence.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Rhode Island Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Providence, United States) |
| Project start | September 30, 2024 |
| Project end | September 29, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $150,000 |
| NIH project number | 1K01CE003687-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10992953 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are preteens aged 11 to 13 who are receiving intensive mental health services and have experienced adverse childhood events.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not receiving intensive mental health services or who are outside the age range of 11 to 13 may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a trauma-informed intervention aimed at reducing peer aggression and preventing dating violence among preteens aged 11 to 13 who are receiving intensive mental health services. The project recognizes that a high percentage of these youth have experienced Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), which contribute to their increased risk of violence. By creating a group-based intervention that addresses both proactive and reactive aggression, the research aims to equip these young individuals with essential social skills, problem-solving abilities, and emotional regulation techniques. The intervention will be evaluated for its effectiveness in fostering healthier relationships and reducing violent behaviors.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the emotional and social well-being of preteens, helping them form healthier relationships and reducing their risk of involvement in violence.
How similar studies have gone: While there is ongoing research in trauma-informed care, this specific approach targeting peer aggression and dating violence in preteens is relatively novel and untested.
Where this research is happening
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Rhode Island Hospital
Providence, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Tampke, Elizabeth Claire — Rhode Island Hospital
- Study coordinator: Tampke, Elizabeth Claire
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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.