Program to enhance emotional regulation for frontline workers
Fostering Optimal Regulation of Emotion for Prevention of Secondary Trauma (FOREST): Implementation and Evaluation of a Burnout Prevention Program for Staff in Gun Violence Prevention Programs
NA · Northwestern University · NCT05942469
This study is testing a program to help frontline violence prevention workers at UCAN improve their mental health and coping skills to reduce burnout and turnover.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Northwestern University (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Chicago, Illinois) |
| Trial ID | NCT05942469 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
FOREST is a program aimed at improving mental health and coping skills for frontline violence prevention workers at UCAN. Over nine months, participants will learn ten positive emotion skills during existing meetings and through online modules. The program is designed to foster a culture of wellbeing within the organization, ultimately reducing burnout and turnover among staff. Positive Emotion Ambassadors will facilitate the sessions, ensuring the skills are integrated into the workplace culture. The program will also include qualitative assessments to identify facilitators and barriers to implementation.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are frontline workers employed by UCAN who are 18 years or older and have access to the internet.
Not a fit: Patients who may not benefit from this program include those not employed by UCAN or those who do not have internet access.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly enhance the emotional wellbeing and resilience of frontline workers, reducing burnout and improving job satisfaction.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies focusing on positive emotion skills and workplace wellbeing have shown promising results, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Age 18 and over * Currently employed by UCAN * Has internet access * Speaks and reads English Exclusion Criteria: * None
Where this trial is running
Chicago, Illinois
- Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine — Chicago, Illinois, United States (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Judith Moskowitz, PhD, MPH — Northwestern University
- Study coordinator: Amanda Summers, MA
- Email: amanda.summers@northwestern.edu
- Phone: 3125035247
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.
Conditions: Burnout, Burnout, Professional, Positive Affect, Depression, Anxiety, Compassion Fatigue, Job Stress, Positive Emotion