Educational Program for Sexual Harassment

(E-STOP Trial)

Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Trial Phase: Academic

Sponsor: Stanford University

Disqualifiers: Non-T32 program members

No Placebo Group All trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)

Compensation: Varies

Number of Visits: 1

2160 Participants Needed

Trial Summary

Will I have to stop taking my current medications?

The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.

What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment E-STOP in the Educational Program for Sexual Harassment?

The research on a training package for sexual harassment contact persons shows that such educational programs can effectively increase listening and helping skills, knowledge, and confidence, which are maintained over time. This suggests that similar educational treatments like E-STOP could be effective in addressing sexual harassment. ^{1 2 3 4 5}

How is the E-STOP treatment for sexual harassment unique compared to other treatments?

The E-STOP treatment is unique because it focuses on an educational program that enhances listening and helping skills through a structured training package, which includes behavioral specifications, situational examples, and role-play exercises. This approach is different from other treatments as it emphasizes skill development and confidence building in handling sexual harassment situations, rather than just providing information or resources. ^{1 6 7 8 9}

What is the purpose of this trial?

The study targets three aims: Aim 1: focuses on PIs' and mentors' confidence in their ability to intervene on sexual harassment and their attitudes, perceptions, and knowledge (APK) about sexual harassment, civility, microaggressions, and unconscious bias. Aim 2: focuses on trainees' experiences of sexual harassment and microaggressions and civility, sense of belonging, well-being, productivity, and persistence in a research career. Aim 3: focuses on the culture and climate of the research learning environment.

Research Team

Arghavan Salles

Principal Investigator

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Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for Principal Investigators (PIs), mentors, and trainees involved in T-32 Programs. It aims to educate them on handling sexual harassment and improving the research environment. Those not associated with T-32 Programs cannot participate.

Inclusion Criteria

PIs, Mentors and Trainees of T-32 Programs

Exclusion Criteria

People who are not PIs, Mentors and Trainees of T-32 Programs

Timeline

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Intervention

Participants access online video modules through an online learning platform for up to 9 months

9 months

Virtual educational materials

Post-Intervention Assessment

Initial post-survey for PIs and mentors shortly after the final module to evaluate short-term outcomes

1-2 weeks

Survey administration

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for long-term outcomes with surveys administered one and two years after intervention

2 years

Surveys at 1 year and 2 years post-intervention

Treatment Details

Interventions

• E-STOP

Trial Overview The study tests an online educational program called E-STOP designed to boost confidence in addressing sexual harassment and improve attitudes, perceptions, and knowledge about related issues within research settings.

Participant Groups

Group I: Intervention Group / year 2 Experimental Treatment 1 Intervention

Beginning in year 2, participants access online video modules through an online learning platform for up to 9 months.

Group II: Intervention Group / year 1 Experimental Treatment 1 Intervention

Beginning in year 1, participants access online video modules through an online learning platform for up to 9 months.

Group III: Control Condition Group / year 2 Experimental Treatment 1 Intervention

Beginning in year 2, participants access online video modules through an online learning platform for up to 9 months.

Group IV: Control Condition Group / year 1 Experimental Treatment 1 Intervention

Beginning in year 1, participants access online video modules through an online learning platform for up to 9 months.

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

Stanford University

Lead Sponsor

Trials

2,527

Recruited

17,430,000+

National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS)

Collaborator

Trials

315

Recruited

251,000+

Findings from Research

A pilot study involving 136 college women found that a computer-based risk reduction program was well-accepted and did not cause significant emotional distress, indicating its feasibility for this population.

Participants in the risk reduction program showed improved risk detection skills compared to those in the control group, suggesting preliminary efficacy in enhancing awareness and response to potential sexual victimization.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

A Brief Computer-Based Sexual Assault Risk Reduction Program: A Feasibility, Acceptability, and Preliminary Efficacy Pilot Study. Newins, AR., White, SW.[2021]

The Stop It Now! helpline effectively provides support and guidance to individuals concerned about child sexual abuse, helping them modify behaviors to reduce the risk of abuse, as evidenced by positive feedback from users in the UK and Netherlands.

Despite its success, there is a challenge in ensuring that the helpline reaches those who need it most, highlighting the need for strategies to improve accessibility and expand the program's impact on preventing child sexual abuse.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Stop It Now! A Pilot Study Into the Limits and Benefits of a Free Helpline Preventing Child Sexual Abuse. Van Horn, J., Eisenberg, M., Nicholls, CM., et al.[2018]

References

1. United States pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

The development and evaluation of a sexual harassment contact person training package. [2017]

2. England pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

The presence, action, and influence of bystanders who witness sexual harassment against medical students. [2023]

3. India pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Analysis of cases of rape as seen at the Jos University Teaching Hospital, Jos, North Central Nigeria. [2018]

4. United States pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Sexual harassment in medical education: liability and protection. [2019]

5. United States pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Evaluating Bystander Intervention Training to Address Patient Harassment at the Veterans Health Administration. [2023]

6. United States pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Graduate students' knowledge and utilization of campus sexual violence and sexual harassment resources. [2023]

7. United States pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

A Brief Computer-Based Sexual Assault Risk Reduction Program: A Feasibility, Acceptability, and Preliminary Efficacy Pilot Study. [2021]

8. United States pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Advancing Child Sexual Abuse Prevention in Schools: An Exploration of the Effectiveness of the Enough! Online Training Program for K-12 Teachers. [2019]

9. United States pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Stop It Now! A Pilot Study Into the Limits and Benefits of a Free Helpline Preventing Child Sexual Abuse. [2018]