Helping kids manage emotions and thoughts of self-harm
Treatments studied
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a new program designed to help children ages 7–12 who have had recent thoughts or actions of self-harm. The program focuses on emotion regulation and executive functioning, and it may provide tools to reduce these harmful thoughts and behaviors.
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Who can take part
- Child must be between 7 and 12 years old
- A parent or legal guardian must be willing to join the sessions as well
- Child must have had at least one episode of self-injurious thoughts or behaviors in the past month
- Family must be able to attend weekly sessions (either in person or online) and two in-person visits for assessments
- Child should have an estimated verbal IQ of 70 or higher (meaning they can understand and use language at a basic level)
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