How childhood victimization and caregiving affect emotional development

Impacts of Victimization and Caregiving on the Neurodevelopment of Emotion Regulation

['FUNDING_CAREER'] · UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-MADISON · NIH-11002276

This study looks at how being hurt by others and the support from caregivers can affect how kids aged 0-11 learn to manage their feelings, and it aims to help improve care for children who have faced tough experiences.

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_CAREER']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorUNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-MADISON (nih funded)
Locations1 site (MADISON, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-11002276 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

This research investigates how experiences of victimization and the role of caregivers influence the emotional development of children aged 0-11 years. By analyzing data from parent-child pairs, the study aims to understand the neural mechanisms that link these adverse experiences to difficulties in emotion regulation. The approach involves longitudinal assessments to track changes over time, focusing on the brain's functional connectivity and how caregiving practices can mitigate negative outcomes. This research seeks to provide insights that could inform clinical practices for vulnerable youth.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation are children aged 0-11 who have experienced victimization or adverse childhood experiences, along with their caregivers.

Not a fit: Patients who have not experienced any form of victimization or adverse experiences may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved interventions for children affected by trauma, enhancing their emotional regulation and overall mental health.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the impact of childhood adversity on emotional development, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.

Where this research is happening

MADISON, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
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Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.