Parenting intervention for Hispanic sexual minority youth
Promoting Health and Reducing Risk Among Hispanic Sexual Minority Youth and Their Families
This study tests a new parenting program designed to help Hispanic teens who identify as gay, lesbian, or bisexual by reducing drug use and depression through better family support and acceptance.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 306 (estimated) |
| Ages | 13 Years to 19 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Miami Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Coral Gables, Florida) |
| Trial ID | NCT06057337 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates a parenting intervention called Families With Pride aimed at reducing drug use and depressive symptoms among Hispanic sexual minority youth. It focuses on enhancing parent social support, acceptance, and family functioning while addressing stress related to their sexual minority status. The intervention involves participation from both the youth and their parents, fostering a supportive family environment. The study is conducted in South Florida, targeting adolescents aged 13 to 19 who identify as gay, lesbian, or bisexual.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are Hispanic adolescents aged 13-19 who identify as gay, lesbian, or bisexual and have disclosed their sexual orientation to at least one parent.
Not a fit: Patients who identify as transgender or those planning to move out of South Florida during the study period may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly improve mental health and reduce substance use among Hispanic sexual minority youth.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success with similar parent-centered interventions for youth, indicating potential for positive outcomes in this demographic.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Youth, 13 - 19, who report at least one of the following: a) identify as gay, lesbian, or bisexual, b) reports same sex attraction, or c) reports same-sex sexual behavior. * Adolescent has disclosed their sexual minority status to at least one parent. * Adolescent is of Hispanic immigrant origin, defined by having at least one parent that self-identifies as Hispanic (English and Spanish speaking Hispanics can participate in the study). * Adolescent lives with an adult parent who is willing to participate. Exclusion Criteria: * Adolescent identifies as transgender.
Where this trial is running
Coral Gables, Florida
- University of Miami — Coral Gables, Florida, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Guillermo Prado, PhD — University of Miami
- Study coordinator: Guillermo Prado, PhD
- Email: gprado@miami.edu
- Phone: 305-284-2002
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.