Trial Summary
What is the purpose of this trial?
The purpose of this research is to understand how participating or not participating in an action civics curriculum may affect the health and wellbeing of young people. Participants will be chosen from students who attend certain schools that choose to participate in the action civics curriculum. Participation in this research involves completing surveys during class time in the Spring and Fall 2021-2022 semesters and then completing online surveys outside of class in the future.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Participating in Action Civics program for mental health wellness?
Research on similar citizenship interventions shows they can improve quality of life and reduce substance use for people with serious mental illness, although some negative effects like increased anxiety were noted. Additionally, a school-based civic empowerment program showed a small improvement in physical health, suggesting that civic engagement can have positive health impacts.12345
Is the Civic Engagement Intervention for Mental Health Wellness safe for participants?
How does the Civic Engagement Intervention for Mental Health Wellness treatment differ from other treatments for mental health?
This treatment is unique because it focuses on engaging young people in civic activities, which can enhance their sense of empowerment and community involvement, potentially improving their mental health. Unlike traditional mental health treatments that may involve medication or therapy, this approach uses civic participation to promote well-being and self-efficacy.36101112
Research Team
Parissa J Ballard, PhD
Principal Investigator
Assistant Professor
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for middle or high school students enrolled in a course with a teacher from a school that's participating in the study. It's designed to see how being involved in an action civics curriculum impacts their health and wellbeing.Inclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Intervention
Participants engage in the Action Civics program, which includes choosing a local issue, learning strategies for civic action, and implementing an action plan.
Follow-up
Participants complete online surveys to assess health and wellbeing outcomes.
Long-term Follow-up
Participants are monitored for long-term effects on health and wellbeing.
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Participating in Action Civics program
- Participating in Generation Citizen's action civics program
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Wake Forest University Health Sciences
Lead Sponsor
Robert Wood Johnson Foundation
Collaborator