Psychoeducation program for parents of children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders

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

This research evaluates the effects of a standardized psychoeducation intervention program aimed at parents and professionals working with children and adolescents diagnosed with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD). The program focuses on enhancing caregivers' knowledge and skills to better manage behavioral problems and self-regulation deficits associated with FASD. Data will be collected on family empowerment, parenting skills, and child behavior before and after participation in the program to assess its effectiveness. The study hypothesizes that improved understanding of neurodevelopmental issues will lead to better outcomes for both parents and children.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

All children and adolescents (age 2,5-18 years) referred to the Regional Competence Centre for children with prenatal alcohol exposure in Arendal, Norway will be invited to participate in the current research project.

Inclusion criteria:

* Valid information about alcohol exposure in fetal life. Exceptions to this inclusion criterion are children who have been adopted and with dysmorphic features that are consistent with full Fetal Alcohol Syndrome.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Children with known genetic syndromes, progressive brain and neuromuscular diseases or major sensory defects (blindness or deafness).

Where it's running

• Sørlandet Hospital
  Arendal, Norway Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Jon S Skranes, Dr Med — Sørlandet Hospital HF
• Study coordinator: Anne Cecilie Tveiten, PhD student
• Email: Anne.Cecilie.Tveiten@sshf.no
• Phone: +47-370-75750

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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.