PARENTING

This study tests two parenting programs for families of children born very preterm (before 32 weeks). About 90 families will join, and the programs aim to improve child behavior and parent-child relationships. One program has seven sessions, and the other uses short online lesson…

This study tests whether a parent-education program called Thrive Initiative can help prevent child maltreatment and improve parenting. Researchers will compare a hybrid version (online plus group sessions) to an online-only version. The study involves 480 U.S. Air Force members …

This study tests a group training program for foster and kinship caregivers of children ages 2 to 9. The goal is to see if the program reduces child behavior problems and improves caregiver confidence compared to usual support. About 300 caregivers in Ohio will take part.

This study looks at how parents can best help children aged 4 to 5 who are naturally drawn to food avoid unhealthy eating and obesity. Researchers will test different parenting strategies with 416 families to see which ones work best. The goal is to find simple, effective ways to…

This study is testing a new behavioral program for pregnant women with ADHD. The program teaches skills to manage ADHD symptoms during pregnancy and after the baby is born. Ten participants will work with a therapist in an OB care setting. The goal is to see if the program is acc…

This study is testing a new mental health program for preschool children from low-income families. About 160 parents and their children, ages 2-5, enrolled in Head Start in Maryland will participate. The program offers virtual sessions to help parents manage their child's behavio…

This study tests a new digital game designed to help parents and children play together and build stronger relationships. About 30 parent-child pairs will try the game, which includes activities based on relationship-building principles. Researchers will measure changes in parent…

This study aims to help parents in the Bronx who are feeling stressed after the COVID-19 pandemic. It offers a program to reduce stress and improve how parents support their children. About 390 caregivers will take part. The goal is to see if the program lowers stress and helps f…

This study tests a therapy program called Unified Protocol for children and teens (ages 7-17) with anxiety or depression, along with their parents. The program uses cognitive-behavioral techniques to help manage emotions. Researchers will measure changes in symptoms and parenting…

This study looks at whether adding a community health worker (called a natural helper) to standard parent-child therapy helps families stay in the program and see better results. About 300 families with children aged 2 to 12 who have behavior problems or a history of abuse will t…

This study compares two ways of delivering a parent education program (in-person vs. online) for families of 180 children aged 3-5 who show early signs of ADHD. The goal is to see which format helps parents manage child behavior better and reduces ADHD symptoms. Researchers will …

This study tests two programs to help parents with advanced cancer communicate better with their children aged 10 to 25. One program teaches skills, and the other adds practice sessions. The goal is to improve how often and how well parents talk about cancer with their kids, maki…

This study adapts a parenting program called 'Proud of Baby and Me' for new mothers who are receiving medication for opioid use disorder. The goal is to see if the program helps mothers stay in treatment, reduce stress, and improve bonding with their baby. Ten women will particip…

This study looks at whether a program called CenteringParenting, where parents and children attend group well-child visits instead of one-on-one appointments, helps prepare kids for kindergarten. Researchers will measure language skills and parent behaviors in 1,200 low-income fa…

This study looks at whether a special parenting program can help 4- and 5-year-olds from low-income families do better in kindergarten. About 840 children and their parents in Maryland public pre-K programs will take part. Researchers will measure social skills, behavior, and sch…

This study tests a parent coaching program for parents of teens (ages 12-18) hospitalized for suicidal thoughts, suicide attempts, or self-harm. Parents receive coaching on safety planning and parenting skills, plus help connecting to follow-up care. The goal is to see if this ex…

This study looks at whether parenting support given over video calls works as well as in-home visits for families involved with child welfare. About 357 parents of babies 6-12 months old will be placed into one of three groups: in-home coaching, video coaching, or a control group…

This study tests whether an online parenting program (Incredible Years) helps Filipino parents in California improve their parenting skills and reduce depression and anxiety in their children. About 500 families will take part, with half receiving the program and half getting sta…

This study looks at how support from a partner affects first-time mothers' confidence in parenting and their risk of depression after childbirth. Researchers will survey about 193 new moms who are 0 to 12 months postpartum and living with their partner. The goal is to understand …

This study tests a parenting program called Parenting in 2 Worlds (P2W) for American Indian parents and teens living in cities. About 1,440 families from four U.S. regions will take part. The goal is to see if P2W improves family relationships and reduces risky teen behaviors lik…