Educational Program for Domestic Violence Survivors

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)

Age: 18+

Sex: Female

Travel: May Be Covered

Time Reimbursement: Varies

Trial Phase: Academic

Recruiting

Sponsor: Meharry Medical College

Disqualifiers: Not Black female, others

No Placebo Group

Approved in 3 Jurisdictions

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?

The purpose of this study is to adapt, implement and evaluate a trauma and violence informed care intervention designed for Black women in middle Tennessee.

Will I have to stop taking my current medications?

The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.

What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Trauma and Violence Informed Care Intervention for domestic violence survivors?

Research shows that Trauma-Informed Care (TIC) and Trauma- and Violence-Informed Care (TVIC) help create safe environments and improve health outcomes by understanding the impact of trauma on health and behavior. These approaches have been shown to facilitate healing and reduce repeat injuries in people affected by violence. ^{1 2 3 4 5}

Is the educational program for domestic violence survivors safe?

The educational program, which uses trauma- and violence-informed care (TVIC), is designed to create a safe and supportive environment by understanding the effects of trauma. It aims to empower participants and minimize the risk of retraumatization, suggesting it is generally safe for human participants. ^{1 2 3 4 5}

How is the Trauma and Violence Informed Care Intervention treatment different from other treatments for domestic violence survivors?

This treatment is unique because it focuses on creating a safe and supportive environment by understanding the impact of trauma and violence on health and behavior, emphasizing principles like safety, choice, collaboration, trustworthiness, and empowerment. Unlike other treatments, it integrates education for healthcare providers to improve their ability to support and refer patients effectively. ^{1 2 3 4 6}

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for Black women who are patients at Meharry or Matthew Walker Comprehensive Health Center, can communicate fluently in English or Spanish, and identify themselves as survivors of intimate partner violence. It's not open to those who don't meet these specific criteria.

Inclusion Criteria

Self-identify as intimate partner violence survivors

English or Spanish language fluency

Meharry or Matthew Walker Comprehensive Health Center female patients

Exclusion Criteria

Not Black female intimate partner violence survivor of Meharry or Matthew Walker Comprehensive Health Center

Those without English or Spanish language fluency

Trial Timeline

Stakeholder Engagement

Engage a stakeholder committee of patients, providers, and experts to adapt a TVIC intervention for Black women and their healthcare providers

2 years

Provider-Level Implementation

Implement and evaluate the adapted TVIC intervention at the healthcare provider-level, measuring changes in self-efficacy and alignment with TIC knowledge, attitudes, and practices

1 year

Patient-Level Implementation

Implement the adapted TVIC intervention at the patient-level to provide trauma-informed IPV screening, brief interventions, and referrals to treatment, and evaluate its impact

2 years

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for the effectiveness of the intervention and its impact on patient-perceived usefulness and clinic-level changes

1 year

Treatment Details

Interventions

• Trauma and Violence Informed Care Intervention (Behavioral Intervention)

Trial Overview The study is testing educational materials tailored for Black women who have experienced domestic violence. The goal is to adapt and assess how trauma and violence informed care interventions work within this community in middle Tennessee.

Participant Groups

Group I: TVIC Intervention Experimental Treatment 1 Intervention

Group II: Usual Care Active Control 1 Intervention

Trauma and Violence Informed Care Intervention is already approved in United States, Canada, European Union for the following indications:

🇺🇸 Approved in United States as Trauma-Informed Care for:

• Domestic violence services
• Intimate partner violence support
• Trauma recovery

🇨🇦 Approved in Canada as Trauma- and Violence-Informed Care for:

• Victim services
• Trauma support
• Violence prevention

🇪🇺 Approved in European Union as Trauma-Informed Practice for:

• Mental health services
• Social work
• Healthcare settings

Find a Clinic Near You

Research Locations Nearby Select from list below to view details:

Meharry Medical College Nashville, TN

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

Meharry Medical College Lead Sponsor

Matthew Walker Comprehensive Health Center Collaborator

References

1. United States pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Faculty, Preceptor, and Students' Perceptions of the Need for Trauma-Informed Education: Recommendations for Implementation. [2023] The widespread physical, mental, and emotional health impacts of trauma are well established. Trauma-informed care (TIC) is an approach that uses knowledge about trauma and its effects to create safe care environments.

2. United States pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Impacts of trauma- and violence-informed care education: A mixed method follow-up evaluation with health & social service professionals. [2022] Trauma- and violence-informed care (TVIC) creates safety by understanding the impacts of trauma on health and behavior, and the intersecting impacts of structural and interpersonal violence. This study examined the impact, 1-2 years later, of TVIC professional education.

3. Scotland pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Trauma-informed care: Insights from a Q-methodology study of advanced practice registered nursing students. [2023] Trauma-informed care (TIC) aims to create a safe and supportive healthcare environment that empowers patients and cultivates understanding of the role trauma plays in short-term and long-term health. TIC also has the potential to improve health outcomes and foster clinician wellness. Nurse educators must design evidence-based instruction to develop advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) who deliver high-quality TIC while also protecting their own wellbeing.

4. United States pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Training Hospital Personnel in Trauma-Informed Care: Assessing an Interprofessional Workshop With Patients as Teachers. [2021] Trauma-informed care (TIC) and violence intervention programs (VIPs) facilitate psychosocial healing and reduce injury recidivism for children and families affected by community violence. To integrate a VIP into 2 Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Centers, an educational initiative was developed and co-taught by pediatricians and former patients. The primary aim was to increase provider-driven patient referrals to the VIP. A secondary aim was to improve all participants' comfort levels in 5 areas of TIC.

5. United States pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Trauma-Informed Care for Acute Care Settings: A Novel Simulation Training for Medical Students. [2023] Physicians often care for patients who have experienced traumatic events including abuse, discrimination, and violence. Trauma-informed care (TIC) is a framework that recognizes the prevalence of trauma, promotes patient empowerment, and minimizes retraumatization. There are limited education curricula on how to apply TIC to acute care settings, with simulation-based training presenting a novel educational tool for this aim.

6. United States pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

How Can a Trauma-Informed Care Approach Be Applied to Patients With Gynecologic Cancer? [2023] The provision of trauma-informed care (TIC) is the clinical standard when caring for patients who have experienced sexual trauma. TIC encompasses five core principles (safety, choice, collaboration, trustworthiness, and empow.