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Adolescents

HEALTHY BITES

Teens ages 14-17 with BMI in the 85th percentile or above and without diabetes are invited to participate in the HEALTHY BITES Research Study.

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Honors for Investigators, Annual Meeting Highlights, Gene Editing Success

Published on
May 10, 2024
Honors for Investigators, Gene Editing Success, and More
This week, honors for innovative CHOP investigators, early results of gene editing for inherited blindness, plus ASGCT and PAS meeting highlights.

Approach Avoidance Model of Repetitive Behaviors

Approach Avoidance Model of Repetitive Behaviors
The goal of this research study is to learn about experiences with repetitive behaviors from autistic teens and their families.
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Researchers Study Strategies to Increase HIV Testing, Prevention via the Emergency Department

Published on
Dec 5, 2023
Researchers Study Strategies in ED to Increase HIV Testing
CHOP researchers are aiming to discover the best methods for increasing HIV testing and linking youth to PrEP in the Emergency Department.
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Understanding Risk and Resilience in Minority Youth: Q&A With Diversity Fellow Alfonso L. Floyd, PhD

Published on
Jan 11, 2023
Q&A With Diversity Fellow Alfonso L. Floyd, PhD
Diversity Fellow Alfonso Floyd, PhD, studies the impact of risk and resilience on the mental health of minority youth with type 1 diabetes.
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Making Meaningful Connections: Q&A With Diversity Fellow Marisa Jeffries

Published on
Nov 28, 2022
Q&A With Diversity Fellow Marisa Jeffries
Featured Diversity Fellow Marisa Jeffries, PhD, is excited to study how HIV-1 infection may affect white matter development during adolescence.
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Is There a Link Between Cyberbullying and Suicidality in Early Adolescence?

Published on
Jun 27, 2022
Cyberbullying Linked to Suicidality in Early Adolescence
CHOP researchers found that adolescents who are cyberbullied are more likely to report suicidal thoughts and attempts.

PRONTO-PEDS: Ultra-Rapid Insulin Lispro in T1D

PRONTO-PEDS will test if a ultra-fast insulin product given before or immediately after meals improves glycemic control in children and teens with type 1 diabetes.

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How Technology Can Help Teens With Cancer Adhere to Treatment

Published on
Jul 8, 2020
ADAPTS App
Alexandra Psihogios, PhD, is testing an app to help teens with acute lymphoblastic leukemia and lymphoma follow treatment regimens.
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How Do Patient and Healthcare Factors Affect the Prevalence of HIV Testing in Adolescents?

Published on
Apr 29, 2020
HIV Testing
PolicyLab researchers focus on the patient and healthcare factors that contribute to missed opportunities in HIV testing in adolescents.