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New treatment option for Intimate Partner Violence
Official title Father-Focused Intervention for Reducing Family Violence and Symptoms in Children
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06074068
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this clinical trial is to test the efficacy of Fathers for Change (F4C) compared to standard Batterer Intervention for fathers with a history of Intimate Partner Violence. The main question(s) it aims to answer are: 1.
- 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 18 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- have at least one 6 month to 12-year-old biological child with whom they have contact;
- had an incident of IPV within the last 12 months prior to screening with their child's mother (based on court/police records, coparent or...
- have a currently open or recently investigated (in the last 6 months) case with CT DCF
- are able to complete assessments in English or Spanish;
- agree to have their female coparents (mother of target child) contacted as collateral informants and for consent for participation of their child. If...
You likely can't join if
- Fathers will be excluded based on the following exclusion criteria:
- an active full/no contact protective order pertaining to their child because this will preclude participation in the father-child play assessment...
- physiological addiction to a substance that requires detoxification. Fathers will be evaluated using the Drug Abuse Screening Test and AUDIT. If...
- cognitive impairment that will not allow for understanding of the study interventions (a mini mental state score \<25);
- current untreated psychotic disorder;
- currently suicidal or homicidal ideation based on screening using the BSI; or
See the full eligibility criteria
- have at least one 6 month to 12-year-old biological child with whom they have contact;
- had an incident of IPV within the last 12 months prior to screening with their child's mother (based on court/police records, coparent or self-report);
- have a currently open or recently investigated (in the last 6 months) case with CT DCF
- are able to complete assessments in English or Spanish;
- agree to have their female coparents (mother of target child) contacted as collateral informants and for consent for participation of their child. If a participant has more than one child in the age range, the youngest...
- female coparents (i.e., biological mother who need not be in a relationship with the father) consents to (at minimum) provide parent-report on child; however, may opt out of child participation. If the coparent agrees...
- Fathers will be excluded based on the following exclusion criteria:
- an active full/no contact protective order pertaining to their child because this will preclude participation in the father-child play assessment (many men will have protective orders pertaining to their partners, but...
- physiological addiction to a substance that requires detoxification. Fathers will be evaluated using the Drug Abuse Screening Test and AUDIT. If fathers report significant difficulties with physiological withdrawal...
- cognitive impairment that will not allow for understanding of the study interventions (a mini mental state score \<25);
- current untreated psychotic disorder;
- currently suicidal or homicidal ideation based on screening using the BSI; or
- previously participated in F4C or a BIP.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- New Haven, Connecticut, United States
- West Hartford, Connecticut, United States
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, 18 years and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include New Haven, Connecticut, United States; West Hartford, Connecticut, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.