Seven years after an initial $17.9 million award from the National Institutes of Health, the Illinois Kids Development Study at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign will receive approximately $13.7 million – awarded in two phases – to continue its work for another seven years.
How long does it take to form a healthy habit?
The study highlights that forming health habits varies widely, with interventions and enjoyment playing vital roles in achieving long-term behavior change.