Evaluation of Values in Perspective (VIP) Program

The primary purpose of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness and perceived usefulness of the Values in Perspective (VIP) program in reducing and preventing engagement in risky behaviors among youths. The VIP program is a structured, values-based intervention designed to promote self-awareness, ethical decision-making, and long-term goal setting in young people. This study aims to assess how participation in the program influences youths' attitudes, knowledge, and behaviors related to common adolescent risk factors such as substance use, unsafe sexual activity, and delinquency. The goal is to determine whether the VIP program can serve as a scalable and culturally relevant prevention strategy to promote positive youth development and reduce high-risk behaviors in middle and high school-aged youths.

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Key information

Conditions

Risk Behavior Behavior Risk-Taking

Age range

10 year–17 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

University of Miami

Coral Gables, Florida, 33146, United States

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

A youth residing in Miami-Dade County.
Must be in grades 6-12 and must be eligible for free and reduced lunch.
Must be able to speak and read English proficiently.

Exclusion criteria

Does not reside in Miami-Dade County.
Does not comprehend, speak, or read English proficiently.
In elementary school.
In high-income household as evidenced by not qualifying for free and reduced lunch.

Treatment and study plan

VIP Program

Behavioral

This intervention will engage the participants with psychoeducational material once a week. This material will include didactic instruction as well as participant engagement in developmentally appropriate activities.

Primary outcomes

SRAE Scores - Middle School

Time frame: Up to 26 weeks

Sexual Risk Avoidance Education Program (SRAE) for middle school participants has a total score ranging from 0 to 170 with a higher score indicating higher risk behavior.
SRAE Scores - High School

Time frame: Up to 26 weeks

Sexual Risk Avoidance Education Program (SRAE) for high school participants has a total score ranging from 0 to 190 with a higher score indicating higher risk behavior.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

University of Miami

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Registry information

Important dates

Study start: 2021
Primary completion: 2025
Study completion: 2025
First posted: May 10, 2021
Registry last updated: Jun 26, 2025

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