Addressing Depression and Positive Parenting Techniques (ADAPT)

Launched by CENTRE FOR ADDICTION AND MENTAL HEALTH · Mar 4, 2020

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ClinConnect Summary

The ADAPT trial is studying a new treatment designed for parents who are dealing with depression while raising children with emotional and behavioral difficulties (EBD). This research recognizes that when parents are struggling with their own mental health, it can make it harder for them to support their children, leading to more challenges at home and in school. The goal of this trial is to see if a targeted approach to help these parents can improve both their well-being and their children's behavior.

To participate in the trial, parents need to be over 18 years old and have a child aged 6 to 10 who is experiencing significant emotional or behavioral issues. Additionally, parents must show signs of depression. Participants can expect to attend group sessions where they’ll receive support and strategies tailored to their needs. It's important to note that parents with certain severe mental health issues or specific diagnoses in their children, like Autism, won’t be able to join this study. The researchers hope to gather valuable insights that will improve future treatments for families facing these challenges.

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ALL

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Parent is over the age of 18 years and has a child between the ages of 6 and 10;
• • Parent shows clinical elevations for Depression on the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ);
• • The child has clinically elevated Emotional Behavioural Difficulties (T-score of 65, Borderline range, 93rd percentile) on the Strength and Difficulties Questionnaire (Conduct Problem or Total Difficulties subscales);
• • The parent's has capacity to tolerate a group context.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Parent shows active suicidal ideation, substance use disorder, or psychosis;
• • Parent is not suitable for group treatment based on clinical interview;
• • Parent cannot communicate in English;
• • Child has a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder or Intellectual Disability (based on parent report).