Can parenting classes tame toddler tantrums? new study aims to find out
NCT ID NCT07505381
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests two group-based parenting programs—HOT DOCS for children 0-5 and DOCS K-5 for kindergarten through 5th grade—designed to help caregivers manage disruptive behaviors and reduce parenting stress. Researchers will enroll 800 caregivers and professionals who speak English or Spanish. The goal is to see if these programs improve child behavior and caregiver well-being.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
behavioral parenting training (group-delivered)
What this could lead to
If successful, these programs could offer a practical, low-cost way to reduce disruptive behaviors and parenting stress in families with young children.
What could go wrong
This is a large but early-stage study without a control group, so results may not prove the programs are better than no intervention. Success depends on caregiver engagement and follow-through.
Disclaimer
Read more
Show less
This is a summary of
the original study
.
Summaries may miss details or leave out important information. Before applying or accepting participation, make sure you have read and understood the full study. Curemydisease.com takes no responsibility whatsoever for anything missed, misunderstood, or acted upon as a result of our summary — we know it does not capture everything.
This is a summary of the original study . Summaries may miss details or leave out important information. Before applying or accepting participation, make sure you have read and understood the full study. Curemydisease.com takes no responsibility whatsoever for anything missed, misunderstood, or acted upon as a result of our summary — we know it does not capture everything.
Get updates
Get notified about this study
Sign up to get updates when this study changes or when new studies for DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITY are added.
By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Show contact details
Enter your email to view the contact information for this study.
By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use
Locations
-
University of South Florida
RECRUITINGTampa, Florida, 33620, United States
Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••
Contact
Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••