Using technology to help young victims of maltreatment build resilience
Meeting young people where they are: Using technology to promote resilience among child maltreatment victims
This study is looking at how technology, like texting and social media, can help young people who have faced tough situations find support and resources to improve their health and well-being.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Purdue University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (West Lafayette, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11058461 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to develop and evaluate technology-based interventions that assist young people who have experienced maltreatment in seeking help and accessing resources. By leveraging preferred communication methods such as text, chat, and social media, the project seeks to create a supportive environment for these individuals. The approach focuses on understanding how technology can facilitate communication and provide necessary support to improve their mental, physical, and social health outcomes. The research will also involve training the principal investigator to enhance their skills in interdisciplinary research related to child and adolescent health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children and adolescents aged 0-21 who have experienced maltreatment or are at risk of such experiences.
Not a fit: Patients who have not experienced maltreatment or are outside the age range of 0-21 may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the resilience and overall well-being of young victims of maltreatment by providing them with accessible support and resources.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using technology to support vulnerable populations, indicating that this approach has potential for effectiveness.
Where this research is happening
West Lafayette, United States
- Purdue University — West Lafayette, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Schwab-Reese, Laura M — Purdue University
- Study coordinator: Schwab-Reese, Laura M
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.