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Positive Parenting Techniques for Depression (ADAPT Trial)
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Led By Brendan F Andrade, Ph.D.
Research Sponsored by Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial Must have
Be younger than 18 years old
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up 2 years
Awards & highlights
ADAPT Trial Summary
This trial is to study a novel targeted treatment for depressed parents of children with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD). The aim is to see if the treatment is feasible and acceptable, and if the parents stick to the study protocol.
Who is the study for?
This trial is for parents over 18 with children aged 6-10 who have significant emotional or behavioral difficulties. Parents must be able to participate in group therapy, speak English, and not have severe mental health issues like active suicidal thoughts or substance abuse. Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder or Intellectual Disability are excluded.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The ADAPT program aims to help parents of children with emotional and behavioral difficulties by addressing parental depression and teaching positive parenting techniques. The study will assess the feasibility, acceptability, and adherence to this novel treatment approach.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Since this intervention involves psychological therapy rather than medication, side effects may include discomfort from discussing personal issues in a group setting but are generally considered low-risk compared to drug treatments.
ADAPT Trial Timeline
Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~ 2 years
Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~2 years
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Primary outcome measures
Clinician adherence to ADAPT protocol measured by fidelity checks
Percentage of treatment sessions attended by parents measured using weekly attendance log
Treatment acceptability/satisfaction measured by weekly evaluation forms filled out by parents
ADAPT Trial Design
2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Group I: Parent Group TreatmentExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Families who meet inclusion criteria will participate in the Parent Group Treatment (ADAPT Program).
Group II: No TreatmentActive Control1 Intervention
Families who do not meet inclusion criteria will not be invited to participate in the ADAPT Program.
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Who is running the clinical trial?
Women's College HospitalOTHER
100 Previous Clinical Trials
38,723 Total Patients Enrolled
Centre for Addiction and Mental HealthLead Sponsor
355 Previous Clinical Trials
81,164 Total Patients Enrolled
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Brendan F Andrade, Ph.D.Principal InvestigatorCentre for Addiction and Mental Health
1 Previous Clinical Trials
172 Total Patients Enrolled
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Eligibility Criteria:
This trial includes the following eligibility criteria:- I am over 18 and have a child aged 6 to 10.I am comfortable participating in group settings.The parent has symptoms of depression as shown on the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ).I am over 18 and have a child aged 6 to 10.I am comfortable participating in group settings.My parent cannot speak English.The parent currently has thoughts of hurting themselves, struggles with drug or alcohol problems, or experiences serious mental health issues.The child shows high levels of emotional and behavioral difficulties on a questionnaire.The child has been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder or Intellectual Disability according to what the parents have reported.The child shows high levels of emotional and behavioral difficulties on a questionnaire.
Research Study Groups:
This trial has the following groups:- Group 1: Parent Group Treatment
- Group 2: No Treatment
Awards:
This trial has 1 awards, including:- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
Timeline:
This trial has the following timeline:- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
Does this research program admit elderly participants?
"This trial is recruiting participants in the 6-10 age range. There are 1662 trials for those over 65 and an additional 615 trials specifically designed to include patients below 18 years of age."
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May I be enrolled in this clinical research project?
"This research project seeks eighty participants with conduct disorder ranging from 6 to 10 years old. To qualify for the study, parents must be 18 or older and have sufficient fortitude to accept a communal setting; additionally, the child in question has exhibited clinically significant Emotional Behavioural Difficulties (T-score of 65) on the Strength and Difficulties Questionnaire (Conduct Problem or Total Difficulties subscales)."
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Who else is applying?
How old are they?
18 - 65
What site did they apply to?
Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
What portion of applicants met pre-screening criteria?
Met criteria
Did not meet criteria
What state do they live in?
Illinois
How many prior treatments have patients received?
3+
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