Resilient Families for Parenting Challenges
(R-FAM Trial)
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
The goal of this study is to test the feasibility and acceptability of a dyadic, resiliency intervention ("Resilient Families;" R-FAM) that aims to reduce emotional distress and improve relationships among parents in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). To achieve this goal, the investigators are developing a randomized control trial where patients will be randomized to either the R-FAM condition or a minimally enhanced usual control (MEUC), which includes resources on parent mental health and coping in the NICU.
Who Is on the Research Team?
Victoria A Grunberg, PhD
Principal Investigator
Massachusetts General Hospital
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for adult parents or legal guardians (and their partners) of babies recently admitted to the NICU. Participants must be over 18, fluent in English, willing to join live video sessions, in an intimate relationship and planning to live with the baby post-NICU. At least one partner should show signs of emotional distress.Inclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive either the R-FAM intervention or an educational program over 6 weeks
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for changes in anxiety, depression, PTSD symptoms, and couple relationship functioning
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Resilient Families (R-FAM)
Trial Overview
The study tests 'Resilient Families' (R-FAM), a program designed to ease emotional distress and strengthen relationships among NICU parents. Participants are randomly assigned either R-FAM or basic mental health resources and coping strategies for comparison.
How Is the Trial Designed?
2
Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
A resiliency based intervention that includes 6-sessions with a clinician to help couples cope with the uncertainty and stress of the NICU admission.
Participants will receive educational resources about adjusting to the NICU and coping with their stay.
Find a Clinic Near You
Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Massachusetts General Hospital
Lead Sponsor
Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD)
Collaborator
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