Status:

COMPLETED

Treating Post Traumatic Stress Disorder in Children Exposed to Domestic Violence

Lead Sponsor:

Allegheny Singer Research Institute (also known as Allegheny Health Network Research Institute)

Collaborating Sponsors:

National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)

Conditions:

Stress Disorders, Post-Traumatic

Anxiety

Eligibility:

All Genders

7-14 years

Phase:

NA

Brief Summary

This study will determine whether trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT) is more effective than child-centered therapy (CCT) in reducing post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in children...

Detailed Description

Up to 10 million children in the United States are exposed to DV directed at their mothers by intimate partners. DV exposure puts these children at an increased risk for developing behavioral problems...

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

  • Diagnosis of PTSD related to exposure to DV, defined as their mother having been the victim of intimate partner violence within 1 year prior to study entry
  • Able to read and understand English
  • Parent or guardian able to read and understand English
  • Parent or guardian willing to give informed consent

Exclusion

  • Certain psychiatric disorders which preclude participation in cognitive-based treatment

Key Trial Info

Start Date :

May 1 2004

Trial Type :

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation :

ACTUAL

End Date :

July 1 2015

Estimated Enrollment :

124 Patients enrolled

Trial Details

Trial ID

NCT00183326

Start Date

May 1 2004

End Date

July 1 2015

Last Update

July 5 2018

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Women's Center and Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States, 15224