Understanding adolescent health and well-being in Singapore

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study focuses on the health of adolescents aged 13 to 15 years in Singapore, examining how lifestyle factors, growth trajectories, and environmental influences affect their development. By analyzing these factors, the study aims to identify early intervention strategies that can enhance adolescent health and well-being. The research seeks to inform public policy and health service practices, ultimately contributing to the development of valuable interventions for improving the lives of young people. The study is part of a broader effort to address rising mental health concerns among youth in Singapore.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Aged 13 to 15 years of age
2. Currently studying in MOE registered school
3. Part of the DREAMS study

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Not in MOE registered school
2. Not part of the DREAMS study

Where it's running

• A*STAR Institute for Human Development and Potential (IHDP)
  Singapore, Singapore, Singapore Recruiting
• Singapore Institute of Clinical Sciences
  Singapore, Singapore Enrolling by invitation

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Janet Lim
• Email: janet_lim@sics.a-star.edu.sg
• Phone: 88546302

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.