Examining how parents respond to positive feedback in parenting
Parents' Differential Susceptibility to a Randomized Controlled Microtrial: The Role of Physiological Signals as Underlying Mechanism
This study is testing how positive feedback for parents can change their parenting style and their child's behavior in families with kids aged 4 to 5.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 120 (estimated) |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Tilburg University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Tilburg) |
| Trial ID | NCT05539170 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This randomized controlled microtrial investigates how immediate positive feedback affects parenting and child behavior. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either positive parenting feedback or standard care in a single-blind manner. The study aims to explore the physiological mechanisms that may influence how parents respond to interventions. By focusing on parents of children aged 4-5 years, the trial seeks to enhance understanding of effective parenting strategies.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are parents with children aged 4-5 years who are fluent in Dutch.
Not a fit: Parents with psychiatric or neurological disorders, low IQ, or those whose children live in another household during the weekdays may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve parenting practices and child behavior through targeted interventions.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in using positive feedback interventions in parenting, suggesting potential for success in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Parents with children aged 4-5 years. Exclusion Criteria: * psychiatric/neurological disorder (as reported by the parent) * mental retardation (IQ \< 70) * not mastering the Dutch language, and * that their child is not living in another household during the weekdays
Where this trial is running
Tilburg
- Tilburg School of Social and Behavioral Sciences — Tilburg, Netherlands (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Rabia R. Chhangur, PhD — Tilburg University
- Study coordinator: Rabia R. Chhangur, PhD
- Email: r.r.chhangur@tilburguniversity.edu
- Phone: +31134664734
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.