Preschool resilience program shows promise for kids facing adversity

NCT ID NCT07170605

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study tested a program called the Building Resilience Program (BRP) in 38 preschoolers aged 2-4 who had experienced trauma. The program used play and group activities to teach coping skills, emotional regulation, and self-control. Researchers compared it to a standard school readiness program to see if it improved resilience and emotional health in both children and their caregivers.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Building Resilience Program (behavioral intervention)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a simple, play-based program that helps young children from tough backgrounds build coping skills and emotional strength.

What could go wrong

This is a small, completed study with only 38 children, so results may not apply to all kids. The program is not a treatment for trauma itself, and benefits may be modest or short-lived.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

injury Psychological Well-Being

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Cleveland State University

    Cleveland, Ohio, 44113, United States