CHILD MALTREATMENT

This study tests a program called Fathers for Change (F4C) for fathers who have been violent with their partner. The goal is to see if F4C works better than standard anger management classes at stopping family violence and improving children's mental health. About 1,080 fathers w…

This study tests a combined therapy for mothers with PTSD who are already receiving child welfare prevention services. The treatment blends skills to manage emotions and trauma with parent-child interaction coaching. Researchers will track changes in PTSD, depression, parenting b…

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 secondhan…

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 looks at whether parenting support given over video calls works as well as in-home visits for families involved with child welfare. About 357 parents of babies 6-12 months old will be placed into one of three groups: in-home coaching, video coaching, or a control group…

This study looks at dental records of 2,400 children to see if signs of abuse or neglect show up in their mouths. Researchers will compare kids who have been to a Children's Advocacy Center with a matched group. The goal is to help dentists and child welfare teams work together t…

This study looks at whether an online learning module called iLookOut can improve how well childcare workers understand and report suspected child abuse. Over 35,000 paid or volunteer staff at childcare facilities in Pennsylvania will take the training and answer questions before…

This study looks at how Ohio START, a program that connects parents with treatment and peer mentors, helps rural families reduce substance use and improve children's health. About 400 parents will answer surveys and share details about their daily routines and social connections …

This study looks at whether a mix of online and in-person group parenting classes works better than online-only classes for Air Force parents and their children. About 480 parents or caregivers of kids aged 0-18 will be randomly assigned to one of the two methods. The goal is to …