A program to help adolescent girls resist sexual assault
A Phase III Randomized Wait-list Controlled Trial of the Efficacy of the Adolescent Adaptation of the EAAA Sexual Assault Resistance Education Program
NA · University of Windsor · NCT05738837
This study is testing a new program to help girls aged 14-18 learn how to resist sexual assault and see if it can reduce their risk of becoming victims.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 900 (estimated) |
| Ages | 14 Years to 18 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Windsor (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Windsor, Ontario) |
| Trial ID | NCT05738837 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial evaluates the Adolescent Enhanced Assess, Acknowledge, Act (A-EAAA) program, an adaptation of a successful sexual assault resistance program for university students, aimed at reducing sexual violence victimization among girls aged 14-18 who have not graduated high school. The study will randomly assign participants to receive the A-EAAA program immediately or usual care followed by the program after six months. The effectiveness of the intervention will be assessed through follow-ups at six months and one year to determine its impact on reducing incidents of sexual violence. The trial addresses a critical gap in existing prevention programs tailored for adolescents.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are self-identified girls aged 14 to 18 years who have not graduated high school and are proficient in English.
Not a fit: Patients who have already graduated high school or are outside the age range of 14 to 18 years may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly reduce the incidence of sexual violence among adolescent girls, leading to improved mental and physical health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown success with similar sexual assault resistance programs, particularly the original EAAA program for university students, which reduced rape attempts by 50%.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Self-identified girls aged 14 to 18 years; * have not graduated high school; * competence in spoken and written English; * provide informed consent; * able to attend one of the scheduled programs in the data collection period in which they are enrolled. Exclusion Criteria: None
Where this trial is running
Windsor, Ontario
- University of Windsor — Windsor, Ontario, Canada (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Charlene Y Senn, PhD — University of Windsor
- Study coordinator: Charlene Y Senn, PhD
- Email: csenn@uwindsor.ca
- Phone: (519) 253-3000
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Sexual Assault, intervention, adolescents, sexual assault, rape, dating violence, gender-based violence, girls' health