# NIH Reporter #5U01CE003741-02

CE25-026 - A Randomized Control Trial Evaluation of WhatsOK for the Primary Prevention of Problematic Sexual Behaviors Among Youth

**Recipient:** CENTER FOR VIOLENCE PREVENTION RESEARCH, INC.

**Award Amount:** $399,946.00
**Ceiling:** $399,946.00

**Awarded:** August 24, 2026

**Identifier:** 5U01CE003741-02

The project will study whether WhatsOK helpline services help prevent problematic sexual behaviors among at-risk youth aged 14–17. The randomized controlled trial will compare helpline services with a directory of therapists and assess outcomes including problematic sexual behavior, safety planning, and help seeking.

### Description

A mixed-methods randomized trial evaluating WhatsOK helpline services for the primary prevention of problematic sexual behaviors among youth.

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