Penn State University
Clinical trials sponsored by Penn State University, explained in plain language.
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New program helps parents of kids with autism navigate services and reduce stress
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a home-based peer support program for 360 parents whose young child (age 2-6) was recently diagnosed with autism. The program aims to help parents find services, improve parenting skills, and reduce depression. It focuses on supporting the whole family, not treat…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Penn State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 09, 2026 05:18 UTC
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Iron deficiency in moms linked to weaker Mother-Child bond?
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study was designed to see if iron deficiency in new mothers is linked to depression and how they interact with their babies. Researchers planned to compare iron-deficient and iron-sufficient mothers using video recordings and scoring of their interactions. The study was with…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Penn State University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 09, 2026 05:22 UTC
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New study tests if teaching parents to team up can curb heavy drinking
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether a program that helps expectant parents learn to parent together and keep a healthy lifestyle, including safer alcohol use, can improve family health. About 368 couples will take part in classes and individual sessions during pregnancy and after birth. …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Penn State University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 07, 2026 18:41 UTC