Dallas dad study: does violence prevention improve parenting?
NCT ID NCT05256992
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at whether adding 10 hours of domestic violence prevention (Ray of Hope) to a standard fatherhood program helps dads become better parents and partners. 748 fathers in Dallas took part. The study measured changes in parenting, co-parenting, and partner relationships six months after the program started.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Ray of Hope curriculum (domestic violence prevention program)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could show that adding domestic violence prevention to fatherhood programs helps dads build healthier relationships with their kids and partners.
- What could go wrong
- This is a completed study, so results are available. However, it only looked at short-term changes (6 months) and may not apply to all fathers or communities.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Anthem Strong Families
Dallas, Texas, 75254, United States
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