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Official title MISC-CBO to Improve the Mental Health of OVC in South Africa
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05943132
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this cluster randomized control clinical trial is to evaluate the effectiveness of the Mediational Intervention for Sensitizing Caregivers for Community-based Organizations (MISC-CBO) in reducing mental health problems in orphan and vulnerable children in South Africa. Aim 1 will evaluate the direct effects of MISC-CBO on video-coded CBO caseworker caregiving quality (affiliation and attachment) and children's mental health outcomes over a 24 month period.
- 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 7 to 11. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Status as OVC.
- Children will be 7-11 years old
- Resident in the CBO catchment area
- Child has a legal guardian
You likely can't join if
- Children with a medical history of serious birth complications
- Children with a medical history severe malnutrition
- Children with a neurological disability
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
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, 7 years to 11 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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