Improving childhood behavioral health through economic and family interventions
Suubi4StrongerFamilies: Addressing Child Behavioral Health by Strengthening Financial Stability and Parenting Among Families in Uganda
This study is testing if helping families with money and support can improve the behavior of children aged 10 to 14 in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 968 (estimated) |
| Ages | 10 Years to 14 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Washington University School of Medicine Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Masaka) |
| Trial ID | NCT05368714 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study examines how Economic Empowerment (EE) and Family Strengthening (FS) interventions can improve childhood behavioral health in children aged 10 to 14 years in Sub-Saharan Africa. A total of 900 children will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: EE only, FS only, or a combination of both interventions. The interventions will be implemented over 12 months, with assessments conducted at baseline, 12, 24, and 36 months to evaluate their effectiveness. The study aims to address the high prevalence of disruptive behavioral disorders among children in this region by targeting social and familial influences.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are children aged 10 to 14 years who meet criteria for Oppositional Defiant Disorder or Conduct Disorder and have supportive adult caregivers.
Not a fit: Patients who do not meet the criteria for the specified behavioral disorders or those with emergency health needs may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved mental health outcomes for children facing behavioral challenges.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in using combined interventions to address childhood behavioral health, making this approach both relevant and potentially impactful.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria for children: * Child in upper primary 5-7 (10 to 14 years) * Meeting criteria for Opposition Defiant Disorder (ODD) or Conduct Disorder (CD) * Willing to assent; Inclusion criteria for caregivers: * Adult caregiver of the child willing to consent * Available for research and intervention activities. Exclusion criteria: -Inability to understand study procedures and participant rights as assessed during the informed consent/assent process with the child or parent. If the child or adult caregiver presents with emergency needs (e.g., hospitalization), needed care will be secured, rather than study participation.
Where this trial is running
Masaka
- International Center for Child Health and Development — Masaka, Uganda (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Fred Ssewamala, PhD
- Email: fms1@wustl.edu
- Phone: 314-935-8521
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.