Using technology to prevent anxiety in at-risk youth
Technology-Enabled Prevention Service for At-Risk Youth
This study is creating a new online support program to help teenagers who are at risk of anxiety, and it will test how well this program works in making them feel better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northwestern University at Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10874615 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to develop a technology-enabled prevention service specifically designed for adolescents at risk of anxiety disorders. By engaging at-risk youth, healthcare providers, and community partners, the project will utilize user-centered design methods to create an accessible intervention. A randomized pilot trial will then be conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of this intervention in reducing anxiety symptoms among participants. The goal is to leverage digital tools to reach underserved populations and provide them with necessary support.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents aged 21 and under who are at risk for developing anxiety disorders.
Not a fit: Patients who do not fall within the age range of 21 and under or who do not exhibit risk factors for anxiety disorders may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide effective anxiety prevention tools to underserved youth, helping to reduce the incidence of anxiety disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using technology-based interventions for mental health, indicating potential for this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, United States
- Northwestern University at Chicago — Chicago, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Knapp, Ashley Arehart — Northwestern University at Chicago
- Study coordinator: Knapp, Ashley Arehart
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.