What side effects are associated with this type of intervention?

The YES-ERACE program, which empowers youth to address racism and reduce violent behavior through community projects, is a non-pharmacological intervention. Common side effects of such psychosocial and educational treatments may include emotional distress, temporary increases in anxiety or stress, and discomfort as participants engage with challenging topics. These effects are usually short-lived and can be managed with appropriate support and counseling.

What prior FDA approvals exist?

The FDA typically does not approve behavioral and educational programs like YES-ERACE, which focuses on youth empowerment and anti-racism. Instead, the FDA's approvals are generally for pharmacological treatments. However, there are various evidence-based behavioral health interventions and community programs that have been recognized for their effectiveness in reducing youth violence and promoting mental health. These programs often receive support and validation from other governmental and health organizations rather than the FDA.

What other types of research exist?

Promising alternatives to YES-ERACE for 2024 include: 1) Youth Participatory Action Research (YPAR) for Health Equity, which engages youth in identifying and addressing social and environmental inequities in their communities. 2) Strong Families, Strong Communities (SFSC), which provides relationship skills workshops to low-income minority families to build stable and healthy relationships. 3) Youth Empowerment Solutions (YES), the original program from which YES-ERACE was adapted, focusing on empowering youth to improve their communities and reduce violence.

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YES-ERACE Curriculum for Reducing Youth Violence (YES-ERACE Trial)

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Recruiting

Research Sponsored by University of Michigan

Eligibility Criteria Checklist

Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial

Must have

Be younger than 18 years old

Timeline

Screening 3 weeks

Treatment Varies

Follow Up baseline (0 months), end of program (3 months), 6 months, 9 months, 12 months

Awards & highlights

No Placebo-Only Group

Summary

This trial tests the YES-ERACE program, which helps middle school students from diverse backgrounds create projects to fight racism. By participating, students are expected to feel more empowered, develop better attitudes towards different races, and reduce violent behaviors.

Who is the study for?

This trial is for middle school students in grades 6-8 who are part of after-school programs at six schools within the Genesee County Intermediate School District. Participants must agree to join; those who don't or whose parents refuse cannot participate.

What is being tested?

The study tests YES-ERACE, an adapted curriculum aimed at empowering youth to tackle racism and reduce violence, against regular after-school activities. It measures how well it boosts empowerment, anti-racist behavior, and decreases violent acts among students.

What are the potential side effects?

Since this intervention involves educational programming rather than medical treatment, traditional side effects are not applicable. However, participants may experience changes in attitudes or behaviors related to race and empowerment.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~ baseline (0 months), end of program (3 months), 6 months, 9 months, 12 months

Screening ~ 3 weeks

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~baseline (0 months), end of program (3 months), 6 months, 9 months, 12 months

This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and baseline (0 months), end of program (3 months), 6 months, 9 months, 12 months for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Study objectives can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.

Primary study objectives

Change in Bystander behaviors

Change in Privilege awareness

Change in Prosocial behaviors

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Awards & Highlights

No Placebo-Only Group

All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.

Trial Design

2Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Active Control

Group I: YES-ERACEExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

Students participate in the YES-ERACE program.

Group II: ControlActive Control1 Intervention

Students participate in the regular after-school programming.

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Research Highlights

Information in this section is not a recommendation. We encourage patients to speak with their healthcare team when evaluating any treatment decision.

Mechanism Of Action

Side Effect Profile

Prior Approvals

Other Research

The YES-ERACE program empowers youth by involving them in designing and implementing community projects aimed at addressing racism and reducing violent behavior. Similar treatments work by enhancing youths' sense of empowerment, promoting positive social behaviors, and fostering a supportive community environment. These mechanisms are crucial as they help youth develop critical thinking, leadership skills, and a sense of agency, which can lead to long-term reductions in violence and improvements in community cohesion.

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