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Can a parenting course strengthen foster families? french study seeks answers

NCT ID NCT06701877

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Shankland Rebecca Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This completed study tested the Circle of Security Parenting program for foster carers in France. 70 foster carers were randomly assigned to either the program plus usual support or usual support alone. Researchers measured changes in caregiver sensitivity, stress, and relationship quality to see if the program helps improve bonds with children aged 1 to 6 years.

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Active substance
Circle of Security Parenting (COS-P) program
What this could lead to
If successful, this could point toward a practical way to help foster carers build stronger, more secure relationships with children in their care.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 70 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The program may not show clear benefits over usual support.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

70 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Oct 2024

Finished

Dec 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 70 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: Foster carers: 1. Signed informed consent form. 2. Commitment to attend all eight sessions of the COS-P program. 3. Employed by CPS Haute-Loire or by one of the two participating private agencies. Foster children: 1. Placed with a foster carer participating in the study. 2. Aged from 1 to 6 years. 3. In permanent placement (5 or more days per week with the foster carer). 4. Consent obtained from all individuals holding parental responsibility.

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Foster care Parenting sensitivity

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • DEPARTEMENT de la Haute-Loire

    Le Puy-en-Velay, France, 43000, France

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