Can coaching parents build healthier families? large trial aims to find out
NCT ID NCT03367845
First seen Jul 01, 2026 · Last updated Jul 02, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether family coaching programs can improve how parents interact with their babies and with each other. About 1,000 families with healthy infants are randomly assigned to receive either a sensitivity-focused coaching program (using video feedback) or basic phone check-ins. Researchers measure changes in parenting sensitivity, stress, confidence, and infant attachment to see if the coaching leads to stronger family bonds and healthier child development.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Videofeedback to Promote Positive Parenting (behavioral intervention)
- What this could lead to
- If effective, these programs could offer a low-cost way to strengthen parent-infant bonds and improve long-term mental health outcomes for children.
- What could go wrong
- This is a behavioral study with subjective measures; results may vary widely by family and may not generalize to all populations.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Fort Wayne Center for Children and Families
Fort Wayne, Indiana, 46814, United States
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William J. Shaw Center for Children and Families
South Bend, Indiana, 46535, United States