A program to support early childhood development for low-income families
RCT of FIND Video Coaching Intervention for Caregivers Facing Economic Adversity
This study tests a video-coaching program to see if it can help low-income caregivers improve their parenting skills and support their young children's development.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 256 (estimated) |
| Ages | 12 Months and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Oregon Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Eugene, Oregon) |
| Trial ID | NCT04107506 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
The Supporting Early Learning Study evaluates the FIND video-coaching program, designed to enhance responsive caregiving among primary caregivers of children aged 12-36 months facing economic adversity. This intervention aims to improve child developmental outcomes and caregiver well-being through targeted training and support. The study will compare the effects of FIND against an active control group, measuring changes in caregiving practices and child development over time. The research will also explore the underlying mechanisms of these changes, including caregiver neuroimaging and behavioral measures.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are primary caregivers aged 18 or older with children between 12-36 months living at or below 130% of the federal poverty line.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have custody of their child at least half-time or have certain medical conditions may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly improve the developmental outcomes of children from low-income families by enhancing caregiver responsiveness.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promising results for similar early intervention approaches, indicating potential for success with the FIND program.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion: * Must be a primary caregiver (18 years or older) with a child between the ages of 12-36 months at study entry * Must live at or below 130% of the federal poverty line or receive services through foster care, TANF, SSI, or be currently homeless Exclusion: * Caregiver does not have custody of their child at least half-time each week * Caregiver has metal implants, metal fragments, pacemaker, or other electronic medical implant * Caregiver is claustrophobic * Caregiver weighs \> 550 lbs. * Caregiver is or thinks they may be pregnant * Caregiver has history of neurological disorders (e.g. twitching of the face, arms or legs; seizures) * Caregiver has tattoos above the neck * Caregiver has history of central nervous system infection (e.g. meningitis) or brain tumor * Caregiver has muscular or myotonic dystrophy (i.e. a condition characterized by tonic muscle spasms) * Caregiver has a significant visual impairment that cannot be corrected by glasses or contacts (e.g. strabismus) * Caregiver has history of concussion or other brain trauma * Caregiver is currently taking psychoactive medications (e.g. SSRIs)
Where this trial is running
Eugene, Oregon
- University of Oregon — Eugene, Oregon, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Philip A Fisher, PhD — University of Oregon
- Study coordinator: Alexander S Wagnon, B.S.
- Email: awagnon@stanford.edu
- Phone: 503-956-8502
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.