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Can an 8-session program heal trauma and prevent partner violence in refugee couples?

NCT ID NCT07775677

Prevention Sponsor: George Mason University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Aug 20, 2026 · Last updated Aug 21, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This pilot trial tests a program called EA$E-US for couples who fled the Democratic Republic of Congo and now live in the U.S. The 8-session curriculum teaches communication, conflict resolution, joint decision-making, and coping skills. Researchers want to see if it can reduce intimate partner violence and improve symptoms of depression, anxiety, and PTSD. The study includes 107 couples who are clients of the International Rescue Committee.

What this could mean

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Active substance
EA$E-US, an 8-session behavioral intervention focusing on communication, conflict resolution, joint decision-making, and coping
What this could lead to
If effective, this program could offer a practical way to reduce intimate partner violence and ease depression, anxiety, and PTSD among resettled refugee couples.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study, so results may not be definitive. The program's success depends on couples' engagement, and cultural or personal factors could limit its impact.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 107 people

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Expected to start

Nov 2026

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Expected to finish

Jun 2028

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

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Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * couples who are: * 18 years or older * Married or in a relationship and currently living with your spouse / partner * Came to the U.S. within the past 5 years * Originally from the Democratic Republic of Congo * Fluent in Kinyarwanda, Kinyamulenge, and/or Kinyabwisha * Current or past client of the International Rescue Committee Exclusion Criteria: * 1\) not fluent in Kinyarwanda, Kinyamulenge or Kinyabwisha, 2) people who are currently seeking legal protection against an abusive partner and/or are engaged in IRC provided case management services for IPV.

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Conditions

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anxiety disorder Depression Psychological Well-Being

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Depression and anxiety symptoms PTSD symptoms Violence prevention

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