Reducing Teen Risky Behavior: A Clinic-Based Approach

Project Goal: The primary aim of this study was to further develop and pilot test a parent-based intervention, Families Talking Together, designed to reduce adolescent sexual risk behavior among Latino and African American youth using a clinic-based approach. Evidence from this study has led to DHHS endorsement of FTT in its registry of effective teen pregnancy prevention interventions.

Awarded By

  • National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)

Contributors

Amount

  • $470,925.00

Start/End

  • 2008 - 2009