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New treatment option for Emotion Regulation
Official title LH Canine Therapy Study
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05840198
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this pilot project is to test for initial efficacy of the Recovery \& Care Canine-Assisted Therapy program that has been developed and implemented in youth institutionalized for behavioral and emotional problems. We are using two study sites, Lawrence Hall and Lydia Home, both Chicago-based residential treatment centers for youth with behavioral and emotional problems, many of whom have experienced child maltreatment and trauma.
- 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 8 to 18
You may be able to join if
- Youth must be receiving in-patient services at Lawrence Hall or Lydia Home
- Youth must provide informed assent.
- Youth must complete at least one of the primary outcomes during the baseline assessment.
- Youth must remain in residential care for the duration of the 6-week intervention.
- Youth assigned to the Recovery \& Care intervention group must attend at least one of the 6 sessions.
You likely can't join if
- Severe cognitive, psychiatric, or physical condition or limitation that would prevent participation.
- Severe animal allergy
- Animal phobia
- History of mistreatment of animals.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Chicago, Illinois, United States
- Evanston, Illinois, United States
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
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, 8 years to 18 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Chicago, Illinois, United States; Evanston, Illinois, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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