Impact of a Parenting Curriculum on Families Affected by Trauma

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

The PRESERVE & CONNECT project is a multi-site randomized control trial evaluating the Breakthrough Parenting Curriculum (BPC) aimed at improving the lives of families with a history of trauma in rural and diverse communities in Vermont and Connecticut. The study will assess the efficacy of the BPC in enhancing child safety, permanency, and well-being, as well as adult well-being through various measures. Key hypotheses include reductions in substantiated child maltreatment and improvements in parenting practices and child emotional functioning. The findings will contribute to establishing the BPC as a recognized intervention in the child welfare system.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

\- Parents involved in, or at risk of involvement in, the child welfare system.

Exclusion Criteria:

* active psychosis without medication stabilization
* ongoing major depressive episodes
* active suicidal ideation
* active homicidal ideation

Where it's running

• University of Connecticut
  Hartford, Connecticut, United States Recruiting
• University of Vermont
  Burlington, Vermont, United States Recruiting

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.