PARENT-CHILD RELATIONS

This study tests whether a 12-week group therapy program called Mom Power can help new mothers with opioid use disorder improve their mood, reduce stress, and strengthen the bond with their child. About 160 mothers with a child aged 5 or younger will be assigned to either the Mom…

This study looks at whether a program where parents and children work together can help them lose weight and be healthier. About 90 families will join a weight management program that focuses on healthy eating, physical activity, and positive communication. The goal is to see if …

This study is testing two parenting programs for families of children born very preterm (before 32 weeks) who have behavior problems. One program has seven sessions, and the other uses short online lessons. The goal is to see if these programs improve parenting skills, reduce chi…

This study tests a program called PriCARE/CARIÑO that helps parents and young children (18 months to 6 years) build stronger, healthier relationships. The goal is to prevent child maltreatment by reducing harsh parenting and stress. About 1,932 parent-child pairs will take part, …

This study tests a 12-16 week online program called Parenting STAIR for military-connected mothers who have experienced trauma and have young children ages 2-10. The program helps moms manage difficult feelings from past stress and improve their parenting. Researchers will compar…

This study tests two types of therapy for LGBTQ+ adults (age 20+) who have parents that are not accepting of their identity. The therapies, delivered online, aim to reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety. About 124 participants from the US and Israel will take part.

This study tests a new digital game designed to help parents and children play together in a fun, guided way. The game includes activities meant to improve their relationship and boost parents' confidence in their parenting skills. Researchers will enroll 30 parent-child pairs to…

This study looks at whether teaching parents behavior management skills can help reduce ADHD symptoms in 180 children aged 3 to 5 who show early signs of ADHD. Parents will receive the training either face-to-face or online, and researchers will compare results to a group that ge…

This study tests two programs to help parents with advanced cancer communicate better with their children aged 10 to 25. One program teaches skills, and the other adds practice sessions. The goal is to improve how often and how well parents talk about cancer with their kids, maki…

This study follows 874 children aged 3-5 in England to understand how using tablets and smartphones affects their thinking, learning, and health. Parents will install an app that tracks device use, while researchers measure skills like memory, language, and motor development. The…

This study is testing a program called VIPP-SD, where parents watch video recordings of themselves with their child and get coaching to improve their sensitivity and discipline. The goal is to help children ages 2 to 6 develop better emotional and social skills. Researchers will …

This study tests a program called Project Support for families with children waiting for trauma-focused therapy. About 100 families will either receive Project Support or continue with usual care. The goal is to see if the program improves parenting confidence and supportive pare…

This study tests a program where parents get guidance on playful interactions with their babies (0-1 year old) during routine home visits. About 2,327 families will take part, with half receiving the program and half receiving usual care. The goal is to see if the program helps p…

This study aims to develop and test two brief online writing interventions to help parents in the Southeast United States become more accepting of their sexual and gender minority children (ages 15-29). About 129 parents who identify as heterosexual and cisgender and report some …

This study tests a family support program for parents and teenagers (ages 13-16) living in the West Bank and Gaza. The program aims to reduce stress, anxiety, and family conflict while improving emotional security and resilience. Researchers will compare families who receive the …

This study looks at whether teaching mothers with depression to encourage positive emotions in their young children can increase the child's brain response to rewards. About 180 mother-child pairs (children aged 4-6) will take part. Some mothers get coaching on positive parenting…

This study looks at whether a program called CenteringParenting, where parents and children attend well-child visits in a group setting, can improve kindergarten readiness. Researchers will follow 1,200 low-income families and measure children's language skills at 12 and 24 month…

This study looks at whether Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) can help parents and children ages 2-7 who are dealing with anxiety, depression, or behavior issues. Researchers will measure stress, bonding, and a hormone called oxytocin through surveys and saliva samples. The…

This study tests whether a home-based mobile app can help 3-4 year olds who currently meet few or no daily movement, sleep, and screen-time guidelines. About 80 children will wear activity trackers, and parents will use the app for weekly lessons and goals. The goal is to see if …

This study looks at whether a parenting program delivered over Zoom works as well as the same program delivered in person. About 357 parents of babies aged 6-12 months who are involved with child welfare services will take part. Researchers will measure how parents interact with …