New study tests two programs to stop child abuse before it starts

NCT ID NCT06732310

ENROLLING_BY_INVITATION Prevention Sponsor: University of Notre Dame Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether two behavioral programs—one during pregnancy and one in early childhood—can prevent child maltreatment and reduce the effects of intimate partner violence. About 600 pregnant women exposed to violence will be randomly assigned to receive one or both programs. Researchers will track child abuse reports, parenting behaviors, and family well-being over time.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: behavioral programs (Pregnant Moms' Empowerment Program and Reminiscing and Emotion Training)
What this could lead to: If successful, these programs could offer a cost-effective way to prevent child abuse and reduce harm from intimate partner violence in at-risk families.
What could go wrong: This is a Phase 2 trial with 600 participants, so results are still early. The programs may not work for all families, and long-term effects are unknown.

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As listed by the trial registrant

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

CHILD ABUSE INTIMATE PARTNER VIOLENCE PARENTING SECONDARY PREVENTION

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Notre Dame

Notre Dame, Indiana, 46556, United States
University of Wisconsin - Madison

Madison, Wisconsin, 53706, United States

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