Alexa to the rescue? smart speaker app aims to ease parenting stress

NCT ID NCT07462052

Not yet recruiting Symptom relief Sponsor: Oregon Research Behavioral Intervention Strategies, Inc. Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests whether a voice-based program called Talk Parenting, delivered through an Amazon Echo Dot, can help parents of children ages 3-5 improve challenging bedtime and morning routines. About 184 families will either use the program right away or wait 6 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in children's sleep, behavior, and parent stress levels.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Talk Parenting Program (voice-based app delivered via Amazon Echo Dot)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could give parents a simple, at-home tool to make daily routines smoother and less stressful for the whole family.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with no blinding, so results may be influenced by expectations. The app may not work for all families or situations.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Child Behavior Parasomnias Personal Satisfaction sleep disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

CHILD BEHAVIOR EMOTIONAL ADJUSTMENT PARENT-CHILD RELATIONS PARENTING PRACTICES SELF EFFICACY SLEEP PROBLEM STRESS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Oregon Research Behavioral Intervention Strategies, Inc.

Springfield, Oregon, 97477-2019, United States

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