Pilot test of a dating violence prevention program for Latine families
Juntos Latine Dating Violence Prevention Intervention Pilot
This study is testing a new program to help Latine families prevent dating violence among teens by teaching them healthy relationship skills.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Ages | 12 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Pittsburgh Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06672679 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This trial is designed to pilot-test a family-based intervention aimed at preventing dating violence among Latine adolescents and their caregivers. Participants will be randomly assigned to either a community-based six-week intervention program or a wait-list control group that will receive a resource guide. The program focuses on culturally affirming prevention strategies tailored to the needs of Hispanic and Latino families. The goal is to assess the effectiveness of the intervention in reducing intimate partner violence and promoting healthy relationships.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include Hispanic or Latino adolescents aged 12-16 and their caregivers who live within 50 miles of Pittsburgh.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as Hispanic or Latino or do not meet the age and residency criteria may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly reduce instances of dating violence among Latine youth and foster healthier family dynamics.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success with culturally tailored interventions for violence prevention, indicating potential for positive outcomes in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: Adolescents 1. Between the ages of 12-16 2. Identify as Hispanic or Latino/a/x/e 3. Speaks Spanish or English 4. Lives within 50 miles of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 5. Has a participating parent or caregiver\* in the study Adults 1. Over the age of 18 2. Identifies as Hispanic or Latino/a/x/e 3. Speaks Spanish 4. Lives within 50 miles of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 5. Is a caregiver of a participating adolescent in the study 6. Was born outside of the United States Exclusion Criteria: * Does not meet inclusion criteria * Unable to consent
Where this trial is running
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and 1 other locations
- Primary Care Center — Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States (Recruiting)
- Casa San Jose — Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Maya Ragavan
- Email: ragavanm@chp.edu
- Phone: 4126926545
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.