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Potential Benefits of Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)

A Mixed-Methods Approach Utilizing Self-Report Scales and Oxytocin Levels to Determine the Potential Benefits of Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)


Sponsor

University of Florida

Enrollment

80 participants

Start Date

Feb 14, 2025

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Conditions

Summary

The goal of this study is to explore possible benefits of Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT). The main goals of the study are: * To investigate whether pre-survey measures of autonomic reactivity relate to the overall functioning of participants. * To examine the effects of PCIT To identify individual characteristics that influence the effects of PCIT. Participants will: * complete 5 online surveys (1x pre-PCIT, 3x during PCIT, and 1x post-PCIT) * complete the PCIT program


Eligibility

Min Age: 18 YearsMax Age: 89 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is evaluating the potential benefits of Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) — a structured, evidence-based therapy program that helps parents and young children improve their relationship and manage behavior challenges together. **You may be eligible if...** - You are the primary caregiver of a child aged 2 to 7 years old - Your child has been referred for PCIT due to behavioral concerns - You are actively involved in your child's daily care - You are fluent in English - You are willing to attend all therapy sessions and complete assessments before, during, and after the program **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You have been diagnosed with a severe mental health condition (such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder) that could interfere with participation - Your child has a severe developmental disability that would prevent them from participating in the therapy - There are active child welfare or court-ordered concerns that might interfere with the study Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALParent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)

Participants will undergo the standard PCIT program, which consists of two phases: Child-Directed Interaction (CDI) and Parent-Directed Interaction (PDI). * CDI Phase: Parents will learn and practice techniques that focus on strengthening the parent-child relationship through play and positive reinforcement. * PDI Phase: Parents will be coached in effective discipline strategies to manage their child's behavioral problems.


Locations(2)

UF Health Child Psychiatry

Gainesville, Florida, United States

UF Health Psychiatry San Jose

Jacksonville, Florida, United States

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