Family support program for parents and children in Palestine
Official title: An Evidence-based Family Support Program for Parents and Children in Palestine: A Theory-based Intervention
Run by University of Notre Dame · NCT05706376 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a family support program to see if it can help parents and their teenagers in Palestine feel safer and improve their relationships after experiencing conflict.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 12 Years to 75 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 900 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | University of Notre Dame Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Notre Dame, Indiana) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | September 19, 2023 |
| Main results expected | March 13, 2027 |
| Study ends | July 31, 2027 |
| Registry record updated | April 23, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT05706376 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this program are adolescents aged 13 to 16 from two-parent families who are willing to participate along with their parents.
✕Probably not a fit
Families with significant mental or physical impairments that prevent participation in group activities may not benefit from this program.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This intervention focuses on providing an evidence-based family support program aimed at improving the well-being of children and families affected by sociopolitical conflict in Palestine. The program, known as Promoting Positive Family Futures (PPFF), is designed to address the emotional and behavioral challenges faced by adolescents aged 13 to 16 and their parents due to exposure to violence and conflict. The study will rigorously evaluate the effectiveness of this culturally grounded intervention in both the West Bank and Gaza, with the goal of enhancing family relations and fostering a sense of safety and support.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly improve the emotional and behavioral health of children and strengthen family dynamics in conflict-affected areas.
How similar studies have gone: While there is limited evidence-based programming specifically for families in conflict zones, similar interventions in other regions have shown promise in improving family dynamics and child well-being.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * a willing adolescent between the ages of 13 and 16 * assuming a two-parent family, a mother and father willing to participate * within the service area of implementing organizations Exclusion Criteria: * Families with individuals with significant mental or physical impairments precluding their ability to participate in groups
Where it's running
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University of NotreDame
Notre Dame, Indiana, United States Recruiting
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.