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New study tests parenting classes to curb Dad's drinking and boost family health

NCT ID NCT04441307

Prevention Sponsor: Penn State University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Aug 07, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests whether a parenting program can help expectant couples learn to co-parent as a team and reduce heavy drinking in fathers. 368 couples are enrolled during pregnancy and followed for a year after birth. The program includes group classes and individual sessions focused on parenting, health, and alcohol use.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Healthy Foundations and Family Foundations parenting programs
What this could lead to
If successful, this program could help new parents build healthier co-parenting relationships and reduce risky drinking, improving family well-being.
What could go wrong
This is a behavioral study, not a medical treatment. Results depend on participation and may not apply to all families. Long-term effects are unknown.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

368 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jan 2021

Finished

Jul 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Pregnant couples who are cohabitating * Parents are 18 years of age or older * Health behavior such as moderate to heavy drinking * English speaking Exclusion Criteria: * Plural pregnancy * Illicit drug use other than cannabis during pregnancy

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Conditions

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adjustment disorder Alcohol Drinking

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Adjustment Drinking, alcohol Parent-child relations Parenting

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Rochester Institute of Technology

    Henrietta, New York, 14467, United States

  • University at Buffalo

    Buffalo, New York, 14260, United States

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