RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT07040462

Child-Parent Psychotherapy After the 2023 Kahramanmaraş Earthquake

Child-Parent Psychotherapy for Post-Earthquake Trauma in Preschool Children: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Sponsor

Beykoz University

Enrollment

60 participants

Start Date

Jun 15, 2025

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Emotional Dysregulation Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Complex

Summary

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) in reducing trauma-related symptoms and improving attachment quality among preschool-aged children who experienced the 2023 Kahramanmaraş earthquakes in Türkiye. A total of 60 caregiver-child dyads (children aged 3-6) will be recruited from 11 earthquake-affected provinces. Participants will be randomly assigned to either the intervention group, receiving 12 weekly CPP sessions, or a no-intervention control group. CPP will be delivered by trained clinical psychologists through either online or face-to-face sessions. Assessments will be conducted at baseline, mid-intervention (after session 6), and post-intervention (after session 12). Outcomes include child trauma symptoms, social-emotional functioning, and attachment quality, as well as caregiver reflective functioning, stress, and emotional well-being.

Eligibility

Min Age: 3 YearsMax Age: 65 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is testing a therapy called Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) to help young children and their caregivers recover from trauma following the 2023 earthquake in Turkey. The therapy involves 12 weekly sessions, either online or in person, focused on strengthening the bond between parent and child to support emotional healing. **You may be eligible if...** - Your child is between 3 and 6 years old - You and your child lived in one of the 11 cities affected by the 2023 Kahramanmaraş earthquake - Your child experienced at least one traumatic event related to the earthquake (such as witnessing injury, losing your home, or being separated from a caregiver) - You are the child's primary caregiver (mother or father) and are willing to participate - You and your child can attend 12 weekly sessions (online or face-to-face) - You can speak Turkish and complete written questionnaires **You may NOT be eligible if...** - Your child or you are currently receiving therapy or psychiatric treatment - Your child has a developmental condition (like autism) that significantly affects communication - You have a severe mental health condition such as psychosis or active substance use disorder - There are ongoing custody disputes that may affect regular participation - You have no access to a device or internet (for the online option) Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALChild-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP)

CPP is a structured, evidence-based dyadic therapy designed for children aged 0-6 exposed to trauma and their caregivers. The intervention involves weekly joint sessions emphasizing safety, emotional expression, and caregiver reflective functioning. Delivered by trained psychologists either online or in person.