What side effects are associated with this type of intervention?

Behavioral, educational, and social support strategies in parenting programs, such as those studied in the Fatherhood FIRE Program, generally have minimal physical side effects. However, participants may experience emotional and psychological challenges, such as increased stress or anxiety when confronting personal issues or changing long-standing behaviors. Additionally, there may be temporary discomfort or resistance to new parenting techniques. Overall, these interventions are considered safe and beneficial for improving parenting skills and family dynamics.

What prior FDA approvals exist?

There are no FDA-approved drugs specifically for the treatment of parenting issues. The Fatherhood FIRE Program focuses on behavioral, educational, and social support strategies, which are non-pharmacological interventions. While there are medications approved for related conditions such as depression, anxiety, and ADHD that may indirectly support parenting by improving mental health, the primary approach in programs like Fatherhood FIRE is through structured support and education rather than pharmacological treatment.

What other types of research exist?

Promising alternatives to the Fatherhood FIRE Program for parenting patients considering treatment in 2024 include: 1) Quit4baby, an interactive and intensive text messaging program for smoking cessation in pregnant women; 2) A combination of web-based contingency management (CM) and phone-delivered cessation counseling (SCHB) for rapid and sustained smoking cessation; 3) SmokefreeMOM, an automated text-messaging program for pregnant smokers; and 4) A low-cost prenatal self-help intervention using mailed printed materials. These programs leverage technology and personalized support to enhance smoking cessation efforts.

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Enhanced Fatherhood Program for Parenting Skills

N/A

Waitlist Available

Led By Jared L Barton, PhD

Research Sponsored by University of Kansas

Eligibility Criteria Checklist

Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial

Must have

Be older than 18 years old

Timeline

Screening 3 weeks

Treatment Varies

Follow Up measurement of the outcome will occur at three-time points: 1) pre intervention, 2) at program completion an average of 16 weeks after pre-intervention measure, 3) 3-months post program completion

Awards & highlights

No Placebo-Only Group

Summary

This trial evaluates the Fatherhood FIRE Program, which helps fathers improve their parenting skills and relationships. It targets fathers aged 18 and older with children up to age 24 who are not incarcerated. The program works by providing education and support to promote responsible fatherhood and healthy family dynamics.

Who is the study for?

This trial is for fathers with children up to 24 years old who are already participating in the Saint Francis Fatherhood FIRE Program. Fathers who are currently incarcerated cannot join.

What is being tested?

The study evaluates two versions of the Fatherhood FIRE Program: an enhanced version and the standard 'services as usual' version, to see which one better improves fatherhood and family relationships.

What are the potential side effects?

Since this is a social program evaluation rather than a medical trial, there aren't physical side effects like you'd expect from medication. However, participants may experience emotional or psychological impacts.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~ measurement of the outcome will occur at three-time points: 1) pre intervention, 2) at program completion an average of 16 weeks after pre-intervention measure, 3) 3-months post program completion

Screening ~ 3 weeks

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~measurement of the outcome will occur at three-time points: 1) pre intervention, 2) at program completion an average of 16 weeks after pre-intervention measure, 3) 3-months post program completion

This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and measurement of the outcome will occur at three-time points: 1) pre intervention, 2) at program completion an average of 16 weeks after pre-intervention measure, 3) 3-months post program completion for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Study objectives can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.

Primary study objectives

Co-parenting skills

Father-child engagement

Healthy relationship and marriage skills

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Awards & Highlights

No Placebo-Only Group

All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.

Trial Design

2Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Active Control

Group I: Enhanced Treatment GroupExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

Randomized group of participants receiving an enhanced Fatherhood FIRE program.

Group II: Control GroupActive Control1 Intervention

Randomized group of participants receiving the 'services as usual' Fatherhood program.

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Research Highlights

Information in this section is not a recommendation. We encourage patients to speak with their healthcare team when evaluating any treatment decision.

Mechanism Of Action

Side Effect Profile

Prior Approvals

Other Research

Common treatments for parenting, such as those in the Fatherhood FIRE Program, utilize behavioral, educational, and social support strategies. Behavioral strategies focus on reinforcing positive parenting behaviors and reducing negative ones. Educational strategies provide parents with the knowledge and skills needed to understand and meet their children's needs effectively. Social support strategies create networks that reduce isolation and stress among parents. These mechanisms are essential as they collectively enhance parenting skills, leading to better developmental outcomes for children and improved well-being for parents.

ATTACHMENT-BASED INTERVENTION FOR SUBSTANCE-USING MOTHERS: A PRELIMINARY TEST OF THE PROPOSED MECHANISMS OF CHANGE.