New program aims to improve parent-son talks about sexuality and health

NCT ID NCT07672067

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 16, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests a program called Parents ASSIST, which helps parents of gay or bisexual teenage sons learn how to talk about sexuality and sexual health. The program involves five group sessions with other parents. Researchers want to see if it improves the quality and amount of parent-child communication. The study includes 476 parent-youth pairs across the United States.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Parents ASSIST (a 5-session group behavioral intervention)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could give parents practical skills to support their gay or bisexual sons' sexual health and mental well-being.
What could go wrong: This is a relatively small behavioral study, so results may not apply to all families. The program requires time and commitment, and its long-term impact is unknown.

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

COMMUNICATION ABOUT HEALTH INFORMATION FAMILY COMMUNICATION HIV/STI HIV/STI INCIDENCE SEXUAL HEALTH

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Locations

University of Pennsylvania
RECRUITING

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States

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