Fatherhood program shows promise in helping dads be better parents and workers
NCT ID NCT05244421
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at whether a program called Dad Corps FIRE helps fathers become better parents and more financially stable. Over 400 dads in San Diego took classes on parenting, healthy relationships, and job skills. The goal was to see if their behaviors and attitudes improved after the program.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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444 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Apr 2021
- Finished
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Aug 2025
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- Ages
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18 years and older
- Sex
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Male participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
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Inclusion Criteria: * Adult (age 18 and older) * Father/father figure * Has a child under the age of 24 * Reside in the San Diego, CA area Exclusion Criteria: * Minor (under the age of 18) * Not a father/father figure * Fathers with children over the age of 24 * Reside outside of San Diego, CA area
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Social Advocates for Youth (SAY San Diego
San Diego, California, 92124, United States
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