New study tests if teaching emotion skills can ease family stress across borders

NCT ID NCT07136064

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: City University of Hong Kong Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether teaching emotion regulation skills can help families who live apart (one parent in Hong Kong, the other in Shenzhen) build resilience and reduce conflict. About 450 parent-child pairs will either receive training in skills like mindfulness and cognitive reappraisal or a control program. Researchers will measure changes in resilience, emotion regulation, and family harmony.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Emotion regulation skills training (behavioral intervention)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could point toward a practical, low-cost program to help families living apart manage stress and stay connected.
What could go wrong: This is a behavioral study, not a medical treatment. Results may not apply to all families, and improvements might be small or short-lived.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Emotional Regulation

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

EMOTION REGULATION FAMILY RELATIONS RESILIENCE

Contacts and locations

Locations

International Social Service Hong Kong Branch
RECRUITING

Shenzhen, Guangdong, China

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