Support for mothers affected by intimate partner violence
MOthers' AdvocateS In the Community for Mothers with Experience of intimate partner violence
This study is all about helping mothers who have gone through tough times with intimate partner violence by connecting them with other moms who can offer support and guidance, making life a little easier for them and their kids.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Michigan State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (East Lansing, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10685980 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on helping mothers who have experienced intimate partner violence (IPV) by providing community-based support through a program called MOSAIC. The program utilizes non-professional mentors who are also mothers to offer social support, advocacy, and mentoring to those affected by IPV. By addressing both the violence and the resulting mental health issues like depression and PTSD, the research aims to improve the overall well-being of these mothers and their children. The intervention is designed to be accessible and effective for pregnant women and mothers with young children.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are pregnant women and mothers with children under 5 who have experienced intimate partner violence.
Not a fit: Patients who have not experienced intimate partner violence or who do not have young children may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the mental health and overall quality of life for mothers who have experienced IPV.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that the MOSAIC intervention is effective in reducing IPV among pregnant women and mothers, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
East Lansing, United States
- Michigan State University — East Lansing, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Debena, Maji Hailemariam — Michigan State University
- Study coordinator: Debena, Maji Hailemariam
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.