Substance use and family violence treatment for fathers
Part of Injuries & trauma, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a treatment program for fathers who have both a substance use disorder and a history of family violence within the last 18 months. The goal is to see if the program helps reduce substance misuse and improve family relationships.
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Who can take part
- You have a substance use disorder (like alcohol or drug addiction).
- You have been involved in family violence in the past 18 months (with your partner, child, or through court or police reports).
- You have at least one biological child between 1 and 12 years old who you live with or see in person at least twice a month.
- You can complete study activities in English.
- You agree to let the research team contact your child's mother (or the mother of your youngest child) about your child's participation.
- You do not have a full protective order that says you cannot see your child, and you are not in detox for severe addiction or currently in weekly individual therapy for substance misuse or family violence.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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