A Trial of Connecting to Promote Foster Teen Well-Being
Status unconfirmed · Not applicable
Conditions studied: Relationship, Family (Foster), Substance Use Prevention
In brief
This study evaluates the efficacy of a self-directed parenting program called Connecting in reducing risk of substance use and other risky behaviors in young foster teens (ages 11-15). Half of the participants will receive services as usual from the foster system, while half will participate in the Connecting program. Connecting is a 10-week, self-directed parenting workbook with two digital video discs (DVDs). Families receive weekly telephone support as they complete the program.
Key facts
- Study ID
- NCT03157895
- Run by
- University of Washington
- People needed
- 220
- Starts
- 2016-12-01
- Expected to finish
- 2020-10-31
- Last updated by the study team
- 2019-07-31
Who can join
Age: 11 and older, up to 15. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: accepted.
You may qualify if…
- Foster youth ages 11-15 years
- In current placement 60+ days
- In relative/suitable adult care, in licensed relative/suitable adult care, in licensed foster care, in dependency guardianship
- Caregiver and teen speak English well enough to use the program manual and respond to survey questions
You may not qualify if…
- The teen has regularly used drugs or alcohol in the last 30 days
- The teen has been involved in the criminal justice system
- The placement is not viewed as stable
- The caregiver is not committed to a long-term placement
- The teen will not likely be in the placement for at least 6 months
- Group home placements and behavioral rehabilitative services placements
Where it is running
- The Social Development Research Group, University of Washington — Seattle, Washington, United States
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