CHILD MALTREATMENT

This study compares a program called Fathers for Change (F4C) with standard batterer intervention for fathers who have a history of intimate partner violence. The goal is to see if F4C better reduces violence and improves children's mental health. About 1,080 fathers with a child…

This study tests a program that combines two proven approaches: one to help families set smoke-free home rules, and another to reduce child maltreatment. About 268 mothers involved with child protective services will take part. The goal is to lower children's exposure to secondha…

This study tests a combined therapy for mothers with PTSD who are at risk of child maltreatment. The treatment blends skills to manage emotions and improve parent-child interactions. Researchers will track changes in PTSD, depression, parenting behaviors, and reports of abuse or …

This study looks at the dental health of children who have been referred to Children's Advocacy Centers due to concerns about abuse or neglect. Researchers will compare their dental records with those of other children to see if there are patterns that could serve as warning sign…

This study looks at whether an online learning module called iLookOut can improve how well early childhood professionals understand and report suspected child abuse. Over 35,000 childcare workers in Pennsylvania will take the training and answer questions before and after to meas…

This study looks at whether a parenting program called Promoting First Relationships works as well when done over Zoom as it does during in-home visits. About 357 parents of babies aged 6-12 months who are involved with child welfare will take part. Researchers will measure how p…

This study looks at two ways of delivering parent-education programs to U.S. Air Force members and their families. About 480 parents of children ages 0-18 will be randomly assigned to either an online-only program or a hybrid program that combines online and group sessions. Resea…