CHILD ABUSE

This study tests a 9-month mentoring program for 8th and 9th graders who have experienced child abuse or neglect and are involved with child welfare. The program pairs teens with trained graduate student mentors who help them set goals in relationships, education, activities, car…

This study tests whether giving mothers support both during pregnancy and early childhood can prevent child maltreatment and reduce harm from intimate partner violence. About 600 mothers and children will take part. The programs aim to strengthen the mother-child bond and reduce …

This study looks at whether a 9-week program called ACT Raising Safe Kids helps fathers and other male caregivers reduce child abuse and family violence. About 500 male caregivers with children ages 1 to 10 will take surveys over time. Some will take the program, and others will …

This study looks at whether a home visiting program for first-time parents helps children grow up healthier and safer. About 343 families with newborns are being followed until the child turns 19 or graduates high school. Researchers compare families who got the program with thos…

This study looks at whether a special training program can help nurses working with children better recognize signs of child abuse and neglect. About 120 nurses will take part, and their knowledge will be measured before and after the training. The goal is to see if education can…