New program aims to prevent child maltreatment in military families

NCT ID NCT05236192

Completed Prevention Sponsor: Penn State University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study evaluated a home-visiting program called Take Root Home Visitation (TRHV) for new parents in the Navy and Marine Corps. Researchers compared TRHV to standard services to see if it reduces child maltreatment risk and improves parenting and child development. Over 300 military families participated, and the study measured factors like parenting stress, child development, and abuse risk.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Take Root Home Visitation (TRHV) program
What this could lead to: If successful, this program could provide a proven way to reduce child abuse risk and support healthy parenting in military families.
What could go wrong: This is a program evaluation, not a drug trial, so results may show limited benefit over usual services. Outcomes depend on consistent delivery and family engagement.

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CHILD MALTREATMENT

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Locations

The Pennsylvania State University

University Park, Pennsylvania, 16802, United States

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