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Can parents' online training curb teen depression and anxiety?

NCT ID NCT07790835

Prevention Sponsor: Pakistan Institute of Living and Learning Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Aug 27, 2026 · Last updated Aug 28, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial tests whether an online parenting program, Partners in Parenting, can reduce the risk of depression and anxiety in adolescents aged 12 to 18. Researchers will adapt the program for families in Pakistan and compare it to a teen-focused program and a control group. The study involves 1,300 parent-adolescent pairs across eight cities. The goal is to see if improving parenting skills can protect teen mental health.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Partners in Parenting (PiP), an automated web-based parenting program with tailored feedback, plus a teen program called Shamiri
What this could lead to
If effective, this could offer a scalable, low-cost way to reduce depression and anxiety risk in adolescents, especially in regions with limited mental health services.
What could go wrong
The trial is early and relies on self-reported outcomes. The program may not engage families or produce lasting changes, and cultural adaptation may not fully address local needs.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 1,300 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Expected to start

Sep 2026

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

Sep 2027

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

Children (under 18), adults (18 to 64) and older adults (65 and over)

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria 1. Parents who have an adolescent aged 12-18 years. (If they have more than one child in this age bracket, only one child can participate that will be depend on their own willingness and mutual understanding). 2. Have sufficient internet literacy, access, and/or ability to read and write. 3. Only 1 parent-adolescent dyad/family will be eligible to participate, that will be depend on their own willingness and mutual understanding. Exclusion Criteria 1. Presence of a diagnosed severe psychiatric disorder (e.g., bipolar disorder or Schizophrenia) or a severe physical illness in either the parent or adolescent that would significantly impair their ability to participate meaningfully in the study procedures. 2. Lack of capacity to provide informed consent (parent) or assent (adolescent), as determined by the trained research team. 3. Families who are temporary residents in the study city

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety disorder Depression

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Risk of depression and anxiety

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Pakistan Institute of Living and Learning

    Karachi, Sindh, 75600, Pakistan