Understanding how bereavement affects children's mental health over time
A multidimensional approach to assessing six-year trajectories of outcomes of bereaved children, the effects of the FBP to modify trajectories and mediation of effects 15 years later
['FUNDING_R21'] · ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY-TEMPE CAMPUS · NIH-10754970
This study looks at how losing a parent affects kids' mental health and development over time, and it also checks if a special support program can help them cope better as they grow up.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R21'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY-TEMPE CAMPUS (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (TEMPE, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10754970 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the long-term effects of parental death on children's mental health and developmental outcomes. By analyzing data from a 15-year longitudinal study, the project aims to identify how bereaved children experience various mental health challenges and competencies over a six-year period. It also examines the impact of the Family Bereavement Program in modifying these outcomes and how these changes may influence mental health in young adulthood. The study uses a multidimensional approach to better understand the different trajectories of mental health issues among bereaved children.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children and adolescents who have experienced the death of a parent.
Not a fit: Patients who have not experienced parental bereavement may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved interventions for bereaved children, enhancing their mental health and developmental outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research using similar multidimensional approaches has shown that many individuals experience varying levels of resilience and challenges following bereavement, indicating the potential for meaningful insights from this study.
Where this research is happening
TEMPE, UNITED STATES
- ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY-TEMPE CAMPUS — TEMPE, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: SANDLER, IRWIN N. — ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY-TEMPE CAMPUS
- Study coordinator: SANDLER, IRWIN N.
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.
Conditions: Mental health disorders, Psychiatric Disease, Psychiatric Disorder