New therapy aims to help military moms heal from trauma and bond with kids

NCT ID NCT06262178

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: New York University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Aug 07, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a program called Parenting STAIR Modular (PSTAIR-M) for military-connected mothers who have experienced trauma and have young children aged 2-10. The program helps mothers manage PTSD and depression symptoms while improving their parenting skills. Researchers will compare PSTAIR-M to standard treatments to see which works better.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Parenting-STAIR Modular (PSTAIR-M) - a behavioral therapy program
What this could lead to: If it works, this could provide a more effective way to help military moms manage PTSD and depression while improving their parenting skills.
What could go wrong: This is an early-stage study with only 120 participants, so results may not apply to all military moms. The therapy is compared to other treatments, and it may not prove more effective.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Depression depressive disorder post-traumatic stress disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

DEPRESSION PARENT-CHILD RELATIONS PTSD

Contacts and locations

Locations

Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Endeavors, El Paso
RECRUITING

El Paso, Texas, 79936, United States
Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Endeavors, Killeen
RECRUITING

Killeen, Texas, 76549, United States
Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Endeavors, San Antonio
RECRUITING

San Antonio, Texas, 78249, United States

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