Understanding how stress and awareness of social issues affect resilience in Black and Latinx adolescents.
Adolescent Stress, Critical Consciousness, and Resilience Trajectories in the Context of Structural Racism
This study is looking at how systemic racism and the COVID-19 pandemic affect the emotional and behavioral health of Black and Latinx teens, and it aims to see if being aware of these issues and getting involved can help them cope better over time.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10890718 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of systemic racism and the COVID-19 pandemic on Black and Latinx adolescents, focusing on how these stressors affect their emotional and behavioral health. The study aims to understand the role of critical consciousness—awareness of societal inequities and activism—in promoting resilience among these youth. By conducting a longitudinal analysis, researchers will track the development of critical consciousness and its association with mental health outcomes over time. The goal is to identify protective factors that can help mitigate the negative effects of race-related stress.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation are Black and Latinx adolescents aged 12-20, particularly those from under-resourced communities.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as Black or Latinx or who are outside the age range of 12-20 may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved mental health interventions and support systems for marginalized adolescents facing systemic stressors.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that understanding the impact of social stressors on youth can lead to effective resilience-building strategies, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Baltimore, United States
- Johns Hopkins University — Baltimore, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mendelson, Tamar — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Mendelson, Tamar
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.