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
Active Locations (1)
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Women's Center and Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States, 15224