Prudence Fisher, PhD, Principal Investigator, Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, Inc (Funded 2015-2016) The purpose of the project is to update the DISC, an epidemiologic tool designed to assess common mental disorders of youth, so that it addresses the diagnostic criteria specified in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorder (DSM-5). This tool will […]Read More »
September 2014 – Six New Projects Commence
December 23, 2014 by
Nearly 50 grant applications resulted from the 2014 RFAs, and six were funded, in addition to five continuing projects. The new projects commenced on September 30, 2014. Learn more about all funded projects here.Read More »
WI-IN Partnership to Evaluate Use of LTSAE in Childcare Settings
October 3, 2014 by
Gail Chodron, PhD-Candidate, Principal Investigator, Joan Ershler, PhD, Co PI, University of Wisconsin-Madison. (Funded 2014-2016) In order to be meaningful, effective, and sustainable, any attempt to improve developmental monitoring in childcare settings must take into account the combination of local, state, and federal factors that shape provision of childcare, and be conducted in coordination with stakeholders […]Read More »
Project to Learn About Youth – Mental Health (PLAY-MH) – Ohio University
October 3, 2014 by
Julie Owens, PhD, Principal Investigator, Ohio University. (Funded 2014-2016) Children and adolsecents with mental health problems, including internalizing, externalizing, and tic disorders exhibit high rates of health risk behaviors that create significant impairment in daily functioning. These problems are costly for the education, healthcare, and justice systems, particularly given that many struggling youth go unidentified […]Read More »
Genotyping Analysis for SEED Samples
October 3, 2014 by
Daniele Fallin, PhD, Principal Investigator, Johns Hopkins University. (Funded 2014-2015). There is considerable interest in identifying risk factors and understanding the molecular etiology of ASD; areas of active investigation include genome-wide genetic association, gene-environment interaction, environmental exposure, and epigenetic studies. Given the high heritability of ASD it is likely that all areas of investigation will […]Read More »
Translating the GLB to Promote Healthy Weight in People with Mobility Impairment
October 3, 2014 by
Katherine Froehlich-Grobe, PhD, Principal Investigator, University of Texas School of Public Health. (Funded 2014-2017) People with mobility impairments remain underserved by public health efforts to address weight loss and effective lifestyle interventions are lacking. This is despite a higher prevalence of obesity and greater burden of obesity-related chronic conditions among people with disabilities, including a […]Read More »
Project to Learn About Youth – Mental Health – Univ of Florida
September 12, 2014 by
Steven Cuffe, MD, Principal Investigator, University of Florida. (Funded 2014-2016) Mental health problems are highly prevalent in youth and cause significant morbidity. While there has been concern in the media about over-diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders, many youth are not identified or treated. It is critical to determine the prevalence of mental disorders and […]Read More »
Rare Condition Research Using a Combined Administrative/Clinical Data Warehouse
September 12, 2014 by
Kevin Bennett, PhD, Principal Investigator, University of South Carolina. (Funded 2014-2017) We propose to use administrative data and information from electronic medical records to identify and describe individuals living in South Carolina who have spina bifida, muscular dystrophy, or fragile x syndrome. In years 2 and 3 of the project, we will conduct research in […]Read More »
Research Regarding Healthy Weight of People with Limb Differences
December 6, 2013 by
Obesity and unhealthy weight are a national health prevention priority and the focus of national health initiatives. Unhealthy weight in people with a variety of disabilities is commonly reported; yet many are unable to use typical scales or measurement devices and strategies due to contractures and motor impairments. Loss of limbs and loss of muscle […]Read More »
DRDC Assists Spina Bifida Association in Building a National Clinical Care Network
December 6, 2013 by
Spina Bifida (SB) is a birth defect that results in developmental disability and complex health care needs. The Spina Bifida Association (SBA) has been supporting people with SB and their families since 1973, and their website lists 133 clinical services providers and 36 chapters that provide public and professional education, information, and support, on a […]Read More »