Parent-child therapy for young kids with behavior issues
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests if a therapy called Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) helps parents of young children with behavioral concerns. You and your child would attend sessions together to improve your relationship and manage behaviors.
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Who can take part
- You are the parent or primary caregiver of a child aged 2 to 7 years old.
- Your child has behavioral concerns that might benefit from this therapy.
- You can attend all therapy sessions and complete questionnaires before, during, and after treatment.
- You speak English fluently enough to understand the therapy and study materials.
- You have not done PCIT before.
- You do not have a severe mental health condition like schizophrenia or bipolar disorder that could interfere with participation.
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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