Preventing youth violence and racism through comprehensive strategies
Reducing Youth Violence and Racism/Discrimination: The Efficacy of Comprehensive Prevention Strategies (CPS)
This study is looking at how well two different versions of a program called Coping Power can help reduce youth violence and discrimination, especially by including lessons on racism, and it’s for young people and their families who want to see improvements in school behavior and community relationships.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tuscaloosa, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10552545 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the effectiveness of a comprehensive intervention designed to reduce youth violence and discrimination by addressing factors at individual, educator, school, and community levels. It will compare two versions of the Coping Power program, one of which includes content on racism and discrimination, to see how they impact youth aggression and school engagement. The study will also evaluate the role of parental involvement in these interventions. By using a randomized control trial, the research aims to identify effective strategies for preventing racially based aggression and violence among youth.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include youth aged 0-21 who are at risk for aggression or who have experienced discrimination.
Not a fit: Patients who are not within the age range of 0-21 or who do not face issues related to youth violence or discrimination may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant reductions in youth violence and improved racial harmony in communities.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using comprehensive interventions to address youth violence and discrimination, making this approach promising.
Where this research is happening
Tuscaloosa, United States
- University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa — Tuscaloosa, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mcdaniel, Sara — University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa
- Study coordinator: Mcdaniel, Sara
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.