New program aims to help families in war zones cope and thrive

NCT ID NCT05706376

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Notre Dame Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a group-based program called Promoting Positive Family Futures (PPFF) for families in Palestine. The program helps parents and their teenage children (ages 13-16) learn to manage emotions, resolve conflicts constructively, and build a sense of safety and support at home. Researchers will compare families who receive PPFF with those who get usual services, measuring changes in depression, anxiety, trauma symptoms, and family relationships over one year.

What this could mean

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Active substance: Promoting Positive Family Futures (PPFF) – a group-based behavioral program for parents and adolescents
What this could lead to: If it works, this could provide an evidence-based program to help families in conflict zones build emotional security and reduce mental health problems.
What could go wrong: This is a relatively small trial (300 families) in a very challenging environment. Results may not generalize to other settings, and the program may not produce lasting improvements.

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ADOLESCENT PARENT-CHILD RELATIONS PSYCHOPATHOLOGY VIOLENCE

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Locations

University of NotreDame
RECRUITING

Notre Dame, Indiana, 46556, United States

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