Stress Management Strategies for Parent-Child Relationships
Trial Summary
What is the purpose of this trial?
The goal of this randomized study is to learn if adding three additional parent training sessions (focused on alleviating parental stress) to an already well-established treatment (School Readiness Parenting Program \[SRPP\]) in improving outcomes up to 6- and 12-months later for families of children with disruptive behavior disorders. The main questions it aims to answer are: The primary objective of this protocol is to evaluate the effects of three additional cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) based parent training sessions to the SRPP to reduce parent stress and improve parent-child interactions. The secondary objective of this protocol is to evaluate the behavioral, emotional, and physical health-based functioning among young children with ADHD. Researchers will compare families who receive the SRPP alone to families who receive the SRPP + the three additional CBT focused sessions. Parents will be sent surveys to complete prior to the baseline assessment via REDCap (online). Parent and child participants will undergo 2 hours of baseline assessments evaluating behavioral, cognitive, and academic functioning as well as parent-child interactions. Parents will provide contact information for their child's teacher and the teacher will sent three surveys to complete online via REDCap.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It focuses on parent training sessions and does not mention medication changes.
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for improving parent-child relationships?
Research shows that Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is effective in treating anxiety and trauma in children, especially when parents are involved in the therapy process. Studies indicate that parent participation in CBT can enhance the overall effectiveness of the treatment, leading to better outcomes for children.12345
Is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) safe for use in humans, particularly in parent-child relationships?
How does the Stress Management Strategies for Parent-Child Relationships treatment differ from other treatments for parent-child relationship stress?
This treatment is unique because it focuses on mindfulness-based approaches to improve parent-child relationships, which can enhance communication and reduce stress in both parents and children. Unlike traditional parenting programs that may focus on behavior management, this approach emphasizes emotional awareness and mindful interactions, making it particularly effective for families dealing with developmental disorders or high stress levels.310111213
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for parents of children with disruptive behavior disorders like ADHD. Participants should be interested in improving their parenting skills and reducing stress. They must have access to the internet to complete online surveys.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Baseline Assessment
Parents and children undergo 2 hours of baseline assessments evaluating behavioral, cognitive, and academic functioning as well as parent-child interactions
Treatment
Participants receive a 7-week behavioral treatment and are randomized to either the School Readiness Parenting Program alone or with additional CBT sessions
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment, with assessments at 6-month and 12-month intervals
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Florida International University
Lead Sponsor