Dads take the lead: new program aims to stop child abuse before it starts
NCT ID NCT06075446
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether a 9-week program called ACT Raising Safe Kids helps fathers reduce child abuse and family conflict. About 500 male caregivers with children ages 1 to 10 will take part. They will complete surveys over time, and researchers will compare their results to fathers who did not take the program.
What this could mean
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Active substance
ACT Raising Safe Kids program (behavioral intervention)
What this could lead to
If it works, this program could give fathers practical skills to reduce child abuse and improve family relationships.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a controlled trial, so results may be less reliable. The program may not work for all families.
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Georgia State University School of Public Health
Atlanta, Georgia, 30303, United States