New training aims to help caregivers handle challenging behaviors in adults with IDD
NCT ID NCT06238258
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This completed study tested a 16-hour training program called SPECTROM for staff and caregivers who work with adults with developmental disabilities and co-occurring mental health disorders. The training focused on managing challenging behaviors. Researchers measured changes in participants' knowledge and attitudes before and after the training using two questionnaires. The study involved 55 staff members from group homes and a psychiatric center.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- SPECTROM training program (behavioral intervention)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this training could improve how staff and caregivers manage challenging behaviors, potentially leading to better care and reduced use of medication for adults with developmental disabilities and mental health conditions.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small pilot study with only 55 participants, so results may not apply broadly. It measures short-term knowledge and attitude changes, not long-term behavior or health outcomes.
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Conditions
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Locations
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UNM Health Science Center
Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87106, United States
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