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New treatment option for Poverty
Official title Connecting Families
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05091957
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Living in poverty has a profound negative impact on parenting stress and children's health. When poverty occurs early in childhood and continues for a long time, the impact on child health can be lifelong.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 1 to 3. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Parents of children (younger than 3 years) attending a regularly scheduled primary care visit.
- Parents respond affirmatively to the question "Do you ever have difficulty making ends meet at the end of the month?"
- Informed parental consent. Only one child will be enrolled per family. For families with more than one child, we will enroll the youngest eligible...
You likely can't join if
- Parents without legal status in Canada, as they are not eligible for many Canadian social programs.
- Families who are receiving system navigation support, such as from a social worker or public health nurse, or who have received system navigation...
- Child with a previously diagnosed developmental disorder, genetic, chromosomal or syndromic condition.
- Child born prematurely (gestational age less than 32 weeks).
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Kingston, Ontario, Canada
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 1 day to 3 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Kingston, Ontario, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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