Culturally adapted program to help American Indian children with anxiety and depression
A Native Path to Courage: Feasibility Study of a Culturally Adapted Emotional-Behavioral Prevention Program for American Indian Children
This study is testing a new program designed to help Native American children aged 8-12 on a tribal reservation manage anxiety and depression in a way that respects their culture.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 130 (estimated) |
| Ages | 8 Years to 90 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Montana State University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Bozeman, Montana) |
| Trial ID | NCT05371665 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to culturally adapt a brief prevention and early intervention program called COMPASS for Courage to address anxiety and depression in Native American children aged 8-12 living on a Northern Plains tribal reservation. The research involves collaboration with community stakeholders, including a Cultural Advisory Board, to ensure the program is culturally relevant and acceptable. The feasibility of delivering this adapted intervention in schools will be evaluated, along with its impact on reducing anxiety and depressive symptoms among participants. The study employs a community-based participatory research approach to ensure the program meets the needs of the youth and their families.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include Native American children aged 8-12 who reside on the reservation and attend tribal-serving schools, along with their parents and teachers.
Not a fit: Patients who do not reside on the reservation or are outside the age range of 8-12 years may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly reduce anxiety and depression among Native American youth, improving their overall mental health and well-being.
How similar studies have performed: While culturally adapted interventions for Native American youth are limited, similar community-based approaches have shown promise in addressing mental health issues in other populations.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Elder residing on the reservation * Parent of 8-12 year-old youth residing on the reservation * 3rd-6th grade teacher at tribe-serving school * Mental health specialist serving the reservation or tribal-serving school * 8-12 year-old youth who attends either tribe-serving school and resides on the reservation with their parent/legal guardian. * Parent of 8-12 year-old youth who participated in the adapted intervention * Teacher of 8-12 year-old youth who participated in the adapted intervention Exclusion Criteria: • Does not meet inclusion criteria.
Where this trial is running
Bozeman, Montana
- Montana State University — Bozeman, Montana, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Brandon G Scott, PhD
- Email: brandon.scott2@montana.edu
- Phone: 406-994-5218
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.