A study on talking to teens about risks and choices
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study helps caregivers and adolescents talk about difficult topics like risk and decision-making. It is for families involved with Rhode Island's child welfare system following a recent finding of abuse or neglect.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are the parent or guardian of a child who has experienced mistreatment
- You speak English or Spanish
- Your child is between 12 and 15 years old
- Your child can speak English fluently and read at a 4th grade level or above
- Your child does not have developmental delays
- Your child has not had a sibling already take part in this program
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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