New program helps homeless moms heal and strengthen bonds with their kids
NCT ID NCT06246773
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a program called PALS (Play and Learning Strategies) for 28 homeless women who had experienced violence from a partner. The program aimed to reduce parenting stress, increase social support, and improve mothers' confidence and connection with their young children. Researchers measured changes using questionnaires about stress, support, and child behavior.
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Study facts
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- 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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28 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Mar 2024
- Finished
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Oct 2025
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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16 years and older
- Sex
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Female participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * report of at least one physically violent act from a partner within the past 24 months * have at least one child 5 years or younger. Exclusion Criteria: * do not speak English * their intimate partner is physically present at the time of enrollment
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
Houston, Texas, 77030, United States
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