Teaching parents how to prevent child sexual abuse
Parent-focused primary prevention of child sexual abuse: An Effectiveness-Implementation Hybrid Trial
['FUNDING_R01'] · NEW YORK UNIVERSITY · NIH-10907430
This study is all about helping parents learn how to keep their kids safe from sexual abuse by giving them useful tips and tools, so they can better understand their children's needs and recognize warning signs.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | NEW YORK UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (NEW YORK, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10907430 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on empowering parents with the knowledge and skills necessary to protect their children from sexual abuse. It involves a program called Smart Parents – Safe and Healthy Kids, which provides parents with essential information about child development, communication strategies, and safety measures. The program includes practical exercises to help parents recognize grooming behaviors and create safe environments for their children. By enhancing parents' awareness and protective behaviors, the research aims to significantly reduce the risk of child sexual abuse.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are parents or guardians of children aged 0-11 years who are seeking to enhance their protective skills against child sexual abuse.
Not a fit: Parents of children over 11 years old or those not involved in child-rearing may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a significant decrease in the incidence of child sexual abuse by equipping parents with effective prevention strategies.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that parent education programs can effectively increase awareness and protective behaviors, suggesting that this approach has the potential for success.
Where this research is happening
NEW YORK, UNITED STATES
- NEW YORK UNIVERSITY — NEW YORK, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: GUASTAFERRO, KATELYN — NEW YORK UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: GUASTAFERRO, KATELYN
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.