Evaluating a family-school partnership intervention for children with emotional disturbances
Systematic Efficacy Replication Study of Conjoint Behavioral Consultation in Elementary Schools
This study tests a new program that helps schools, parents, and teachers work together to support young children with serious emotional and behavioral challenges.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 720 (estimated) |
| Ages | 4 Years to 10 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | American Institutes for Research Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Madison, Wisconsin) |
| Trial ID | NCT05466214 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This project aims to assess the effectiveness of the Conjoint Behavioral Consultation (CBC) intervention in elementary schools for children experiencing severe emotional and behavioral problems. The study will involve 60 schools, focusing on 720 students in grades K-4 identified as having the highest levels of emotional disturbances. School-based specialists will implement CBC while collaborating with parents and teachers to enhance student outcomes. Data will be collected through questionnaires and direct observations at multiple time points to evaluate the impact of the intervention on students, parents, and teachers.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are children in grades K-4 who exhibit high levels of emotional and behavioral difficulties as identified by teacher ratings.
Not a fit: Patients who do not exhibit significant emotional or behavioral challenges may not benefit from this intervention.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly improve emotional and behavioral outcomes for children at risk of severe disturbances.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown the effectiveness of family-school partnership interventions, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Enrolled in kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, or Grade 4 at recruitment * Among the 12 students with the highest risk score on the Behavioral and Emotional Screening System 3 Behavioral and Emotional Screening System (BASC3-BESS) in the above grade span in their school (among those with parental consent for screening). Exclusion Criteria: None
Where this trial is running
Madison, Wisconsin
- Madison Metropolitan School District — Madison, Wisconsin, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Andy Garbacz, PhD — University of Wisconsin, Madison
- Study coordinator: Elizabeth Spier, PhD
- Email: espier@air.org
- Phone: 202-285-8380
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.