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New treatment option for Unaccompanied Migration
Official title Testing the Impact of Family-Based Intervention to Improve Developmental and Health Outcomes for Female Adolescents
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07278934
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study seeks to address the urgent need for theoretically and empirically informed interventions that would address the increasing numbers of unaccompanied minors migrating from rural to urban centers in developing countries for better economic opportunities. This process often results in hazardous child labor defined as work that is mentally, physically, socially or morally dangerous and harmful; interfering with schooling and health and mental health functioning, and leading to several other disproportionate risks.
- 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 11 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Adolescent girls' are:
- Enrolled in school and living within a family (defined broadly -not necessarily biological parents)
- Ages 11 to 14
- Skipping school in the past academic term (with at least 10% of unexcused absences).
- Capable of giving assent The caregiver Age 18 or older
You likely can't join if
- \- Participants that do not meet the criteria or exhibit a lack of understanding of the study procedures and hence not able to provide informed...
See the full eligibility criteria
- Adolescent girls' are:
- Enrolled in school and living within a family (defined broadly -not necessarily biological parents)
- Ages 11 to 14
- Skipping school in the past academic term (with at least 10% of unexcused absences).
- Capable of giving assent The caregiver Age 18 or older
- Self-identified as primary caregiver of the adolescent girl
- Capable of providing informed consent.
- \- Participants that do not meet the criteria or exhibit a lack of understanding of the study procedures and hence not able to provide informed consent will be excluded.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Tamale, Ghana
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, 11 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 Tamale, Ghana. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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