Support for parenting in families with young children affected by the Flint Water Crisis
Universal strengths-based parenting support in pediatric health care for families with very young children following the Flint Water Crisis
This study is looking at how a special parenting program can help families with young kids who have been affected by the Flint Water Crisis, aiming to boost child development and mental health while easing stress for parents.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York University School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10597888 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how universal strengths-based parenting support can help families with very young children who have been impacted by the Flint Water Crisis. It focuses on providing preventive interventions to improve child development and mental health in a community facing significant stressors. The approach includes a randomized controlled trial of the Video Interaction Project, which aims to enhance parenting skills and reduce anxiety and anger related to the crisis. By addressing the unique challenges faced by these families, the research seeks to promote positive outcomes for children aged 0-11 years.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are families with children aged 0-11 years living in Flint, Michigan, who have been affected by the Flint Water Crisis.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have young children or who are not residents of Flint, Michigan may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved mental health and developmental outcomes for young children in communities affected by public health disasters.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that universal preventive parenting interventions can benefit child development, but this specific approach in the context of a disaster is novel.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- New York University School of Medicine — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mendelsohn, Alan L. — New York University School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Mendelsohn, Alan L.
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.