600 Participants Needed

Parenting Interventions for Behavioral Problems

CJ
Overseen ByChristopher J Mehus
Age: 18+
Sex: Any
Trial Phase: Academic
Sponsor: University of Minnesota
No Placebo GroupAll trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)

What You Need to Know Before You Apply

What is the purpose of this trial?

Child and adolescent behavioral health problems are related to the leading causes of youth morbidity and mortality. Parent-focused interventions effectively prevent behavioral health problems such as depression and conduct disorders and can provide a downstream economic benefit to society by reducing criminal activity, education costs, and health care use.Unfortunately, parenting programs are not widely available, accessible, nor well-attended.Pediatric primary care is a non-stigmatizing setting with nearly universal reach and, therefore, an ideal contact point to increase access. However, primary care clinicians (PCCs) often have insufficient training in behavioral health topics and typical referral practices are inadequate.There are also logistical barriers to attending in-person parenting programs, like the need for childcare and a large time-commitment. There is a need to develop effective referral practices in conjunction with increasing the accessibility of parenting programs. The study long-term goal is to prevent significant behavioral health problems through widespread access to effective and accessible parenting programs through primary care referrals.In this study there are two trials: First is the primary care clinicians "PCC" trial, testing the effectiveness of referral training (aim 1). Second is the parents "eGen" trial provided by therapists, testing the effectiveness of eGen parenting intervention (aim 2).

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 parenting interventions and does not mention medication requirements.

Is the parenting intervention generally safe for humans?

The studies reviewed do not report any safety concerns for the parenting interventions, suggesting they are generally safe for participants.12345

How is the Empowered Generations (eGen) treatment different from other treatments for behavioral problems?

The Empowered Generations (eGen) treatment is unique because it focuses on culturally adapting parenting interventions to fit specific community contexts, which can increase the relevance and effectiveness of the program for diverse populations. This approach is particularly beneficial for immigrant families and communities with specific cultural needs, making it more accessible and acceptable compared to standard parenting interventions.678910

What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Empowered Generations (eGen) for behavioral problems?

Research on similar parenting interventions shows that group-based programs can improve parenting skills and reduce problem behaviors in children. For example, a study on a parent education group for adolescents with ADHD found a significant decrease in parent-adolescent conflict and problem behaviors, while another study on the Coping Power program showed increased parenting efficacy and satisfaction.111121314

Who Is on the Research Team?

CJ

Christopher J Mehus

Principal Investigator

University of Minnesota

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

This trial is for pediatric primary care clinicians (PCCs) and parents of children with behavioral issues. PCCs are trained to refer patients effectively, while parents receive the eGen parenting program. Clinicians must be willing to learn new referral skills, and parents need access to participate in eGen.

Inclusion Criteria

I am the parent or caregiver of a child aged 3-8 referred to a therapist.
I am a primary care clinician who treats children aged 3-8 and have my clinic's approval to join.

Exclusion Criteria

I am mentally and emotionally capable of participating without harming my child.

Timeline for a Trial Participant

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Referral Training

Primary care clinicians receive training on effective referral practices

10 weeks
Weekly sessions

eGen Parenting Intervention

Parents participate in the eGen parenting intervention provided by therapists

10 weeks
Weekly sessions

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for changes in child behavior and parenting practices

1 year

What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?

Interventions

  • Empowered Generations (eGen)
Trial Overview The study tests two interventions: For PCCs, it's about learning better referral techniques; for parents, it's participating in the eGen program designed to help manage their child's behavior. The goal is improving access and effectiveness of parenting programs through referrals.
How Is the Trial Designed?
4Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Group I: Primary care clinicians group 1Experimental Treatment1 Intervention
Group II: Parent group 1Experimental Treatment1 Intervention
Group III: Primary care clinicians group 2Active Control1 Intervention
Group IV: Parents group 2Active Control1 Intervention

Find a Clinic Near You

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

University of Minnesota

Lead Sponsor

Trials
1,459
Recruited
1,623,000+

Published Research Related to This Trial

The semi-structured psychoeducational group model for parents of aggressive children in Taiwan effectively enhanced the social competence of five aggressive children by promoting positive family interactions.
Key topics included identifying parenting styles and fostering mutual compliance, with pre- and post-group comparisons indicating significant improvements in the children's behavior and family dynamics.
A model parent group for enhancing aggressive children's social competence in Taiwan.Li, MH.[2010]
A parent skills training and education group for parents of adolescents with ADHD showed significant improvements, with 163 parents reporting decreased conflict and problem behaviors after participation.
Parents felt more confident in their parenting skills and found the program very helpful, indicating its potential effectiveness in managing ADHD-related challenges.
Parenting adolescents with ADHD: evaluation of a psychoeducation group.McCleary, L., Ridley, T.[2019]
The study involved 114 parents of 9-12-year-old children with conduct problems, comparing the Coping Power program to individualized parent-child treatment.
Both interventions significantly improved parenting efficacy and satisfaction, with no notable difference in effectiveness between the two approaches, indicating that Coping Power is a valid option for enhancing parenting skills in this context.
Comparing the Multicomponent Coping Power Program to Individualized Parent-Child Treatment for Improving the Parenting Efficacy and Satisfaction of Parents of Children with Conduct Problems.Ludmer, JA., Sanches, M., Propp, L., et al.[2018]

Citations

A model parent group for enhancing aggressive children's social competence in Taiwan. [2010]
Parenting adolescents with ADHD: evaluation of a psychoeducation group. [2019]
Comparing the Multicomponent Coping Power Program to Individualized Parent-Child Treatment for Improving the Parenting Efficacy and Satisfaction of Parents of Children with Conduct Problems. [2018]
Short-term operational evaluation of a group-parenting program for Japanese mothers with poor psychological status: adopting a Canadian program into the Asian public service setting. [2019]
Cascading effects of BPT for child internalizing problems and caregiver depression. [2023]
Investigating active ingredients of the GenerationPMTO intervention: Predictors of postintervention change trajectories in parenting practices. [2023]
Effectiveness of GenerationPMTO to Promote Parenting and Child Adjustment: A Meta-Analytic Review. [2022]
Errorless compliance training: building a cooperative relationship between parents with brain injury and their oppositional children. [2019]
A randomized controlled trial of a new intervention in early symptomatic syndromes eliciting neurodevelopmental clinical examinations: PR-ESSENCE. [2023]
10.United Statespubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
A culturally adapted parenting intervention for the Chilean context: Qualitative indicators of participant satisfaction and contextual and cultural relevance. [2023]
11.United Statespubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Adaptive Recruitment and Parenting Interventions for Immigrant Latino Families with Adolescents. [2021]
12.United Statespubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Effects of culturally adapted parent management training on Latino youth behavioral health outcomes. [2021]
Impact of a peer-led, community-based parenting programme delivered at a national scale: an uncontrolled cohort design with benchmarking. [2022]
A systematic review of community-based parenting interventions for adolescents with challenging behaviours. [2018]
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