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Adverse Childhood Experiences Clinical Trial in Irvine, CA

Access cutting-edge adverse childhood experiences treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Irvine. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by University of California, Irvine

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Irvine

    Convenient for CA residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

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  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Irvine site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Adverse Childhood Experiences Study in Irvine

The goal of this 2-arm randomized control trial is to determine the impact of a community health worker delivered coaching intervention, GRIT, on preventing the early initiation of regular use of alcohol and cannabis among adversity-impacted adolescents ages 11-14 who do not regularly use alcohol or cannabis at baseline. The specific aims include: * Aim 1. Examine the effect of GRIT on preventing the early initiation of regular alcohol and cannabis use over time. * Aim 2. Examine the role of youth and caregiver self-regulation in mediating the effect of GRIT on adolescent rates of alcohol and cannabis use. Researchers will compare participants who are randomized to the GRIT intervention to an active control group, receiving a Digital Citizenship Curriculum, to see if those who participate in GRIT experience greater improvements in self-regulation and lower cardiometabolic risks. Participants will: * Be randomized to either receive the GRIT intervention (experimental group) or the Digital Citizenship Curriculum (active control group) * Complete 3 in-person visits at baseline, post-intervention, and 12-month post intervention * Complete HRV assessments using emWave Pro Plus and survey assessments on REDCap during in-person visits. * Participate in six 60-minute sessions conducted over 8 weeks via Zoom with an assigned community-health worker * Be invited to complete a booster session at 6-months post-intervention * Complete online measures at baseline, post-intervention, 6-month, and 12-month post-intervention

Sponsor: University of California, Irvine

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Youth ages 11-14 years who score in the High-Risk category (i.e., 4 or more ACEs) on the ACEs and Toxic Stress Risk Assessment Algorithm
Has access to a smartphone and is willing to download applicable apps (95% of all adolescents have access to a smartphone)
Youth who are able to speak and read in English
Has a parent/guardian/primary caregiver (18 years or older) who is English- or Spanish-speaking and willing to participate in the intervention.

Exclusion Criteria

Youth who cannot speak and read in English
Youth who report any alcohol or cannabis use within the last 14 days
Youth currently enrolled in another family-based intervention (i.e., family therapy)
Youth in acute distress who are in immediate need of care (e.g., imminent risk of harm to self or others, active psychosis)
Youth who report their caregivers' home environment is unsafe to return to, have been deemed unsafe, or require supervised visits by the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS)
Youth whose parent/guardian/primary caregiver declines participation will be referred to other programs in their community.
Due to drug experimentation being common in adolescence, our interest in preventing the early initiation of regular use of alcohol and cannabis use, and youth who regularly use substances requiring a different intervention, we will enroll youth who initially report recent cannabis use but later report no use within the last two weeks and have a confirmatory negative urine drug screening.

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Irvine?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06821035) has an active research site in Irvine, CA that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Adverse Childhood Experiences Treatment Options in Irvine, CA

If you're searching for adverse childhood experiences treatment options in Irvine, CA, this clinical trial (NCT06821035) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Irvine research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced adverse childhood experiences specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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