Understanding how parenting affects treatment outcomes for adolescents with alcohol use disorders
Assessing Parenting at the Momentary Level to Understand Parenting Behaviors that Contribute to Improved Treatment Outcomes for Youth with Co-Occurring Disorders
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · BOSTON UNIVERSITY (CHARLES RIVER CAMPUS) · NIH-11072244
This study looks at how different ways parents interact with their teens who are dealing with alcohol problems and mental health issues can affect their treatment success, and it aims to find out which parenting styles help kids do better in their recovery.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | BOSTON UNIVERSITY (CHARLES RIVER CAMPUS) (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (BOSTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11072244 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of specific parenting behaviors on the treatment outcomes of adolescents struggling with alcohol use disorders and co-occurring psychiatric conditions. By using real-time assessments, the study aims to capture the dynamic nature of parenting and its influence on key treatment factors such as motivation, cravings, and behavioral symptoms. Parents will be involved in the treatment process, and their interactions will be monitored to identify which behaviors lead to better outcomes for their children. The goal is to enhance existing treatment strategies by focusing on effective parenting practices.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents diagnosed with alcohol use disorders who also have co-occurring psychiatric conditions.
Not a fit: Patients without alcohol use disorders or those not involved in parent-involved treatment strategies may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment strategies that significantly enhance recovery outcomes for adolescents with alcohol use disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that parent-involved treatments can lead to better outcomes for adolescents with similar conditions, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
BOSTON, UNITED STATES
- BOSTON UNIVERSITY (CHARLES RIVER CAMPUS) — BOSTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: MEISEL, SAMUEL NOAH — BOSTON UNIVERSITY (CHARLES RIVER CAMPUS)
- Study coordinator: MEISEL, SAMUEL NOAH
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.
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