Nine classroom lessons that could help children spot abuse

NCT ID NCT07723859

First seen Jul 23, 2026 · Last updated Jul 24, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial tests a nine-session prevention program for second-grade students. One group of children receives weekly classroom lessons on recognizing inappropriate touching and reporting abuse, while a control group does not. Researchers measure whether the program improves children's knowledge of abuse prevention concepts using a standardized questionnaire.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
a nine-session child sexual abuse prevention education program delivered as group classroom activities
What this could lead to
If effective, this program could give schools a simple, scalable tool to help young children recognize and report abuse, potentially reducing victimization.
What could go wrong
The trial is small (59 students) and measures knowledge, not actual abuse rates. It is unclear whether knowledge gains translate into real-world protection or persist over time.

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Locations

  • Tokat Gaziosmanpaşa University

    Tokat Province, Erbaa, 60500, Turkey (Türkiye)