PARENTING

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 tests simple educational programs for parents of children aged 9 months to 3 years. The goal is to see if these brief lessons can help prevent cavities and reduce behavior problems. Researchers will track dental records and behavior outcomes for 750 children.

This study tests a parent training program designed for families with deaf or hard of hearing children aged 3 to 6. The goal is to help parents use positive strategies to improve their child's behavior and reduce long-term problems. About 295 parents will take part, and the progr…

This study looks at whether adding three extra sessions focused on reducing parent stress can improve an existing parenting program for families of young children with disruptive behavior disorders like ADHD. About 120 families will either get the standard program or the program …

This study tests a program that teaches parents how to support their child's social-emotional skills and healthy lifestyle habits. It includes 60 families with children aged 3-9 who are facing major stressors like trauma, mental health issues, or financial strain. The goal is to …

This study brings together 24,000 families in Allegheny County to test programs that support young children from birth to school age. The goal is to improve children's self-control, language skills, and behavior while helping parents build positive parenting habits. The study foc…

This study looks at whether a program that teaches expectant parents how to parent together and live healthily can improve family well-being. About 368 couples will take part, with classes before and after the baby is born. Researchers will check how well parents work as a team, …

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 program called KEEP Connecting Kin (KEEP-CK) helps relatives or close family friends who are raising children outside the foster care system. About 192 caregivers in Oregon will be randomly assigned to receive the program right away or after a wait. …

This study tests whether an 8-week family wellness program helps Latino children who speak Spanish at home get ready for kindergarten. The program includes summer sessions, text messages, and booster activities. Researchers will compare these families to those receiving usual car…

This study looks at how well a positive parenting program works for foster caregivers. About 60 foster parents of children aged 1.5 to 6 years will take part. The goal is to see if the program helps parents be more caring and less harsh, and to find the best ways to offer this tr…