Research
Our Current Study*
Title: “Harry Potter as a novel educational paradigm to improve mental wellness in children: a prospective trial”
*Currently only enrolling school boards in Canada (stay tuned for international studies)
Why is this study being done?
To identify whether or not this curriculum taught in middle school language class can reduce suicidal thoughts and behaviour and improve mood, anxiety, coping and feeling connected with peers.
PLEASE NOTE: All students in participating classes will receive the curriculum, however only those participating in the research aspect (with parental consent) will fill out research questionnaires.
Okay, I want to participate…How does the process work?
School Recruitment
Our research team is actively recruiting school boards and interested school boards can also reach out to us directly.
Participant Recruitment
Once school boards agree to participate, interested teachers will be sent a sample email to circulate to parents informing them about a potential study.
Parent Consent
Teachers will then provide our research team with a list of interested parents who will receive an email from us to fill out a consent form.
Youth Consent
Those youth whose parents consent will then receive an email to fill out their own consent form.
Questionnaires
Youth will receive a link to complete baseline questionnaires and they will receive further links to fill out questionnaires during the school year.
Teacher Training
Teachers will review the training videos and manuals.
Curriculum
Teachers will teach the curriculum and students will complete exercises.
Feedback
Teachers and youth can provide feedback about the curriculum and the website so that we can improve them.
Find out more:
If you are a teacher who would like to teach this curriculum and participate in the research, please contact your board’s mental health lead or research team. If you are a research lead at your school board, please fill out the form below and we will contact you shortly.