Video NET With CYP Who Witnessed Domestic Violence

Launched by UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM · Apr 28, 2021

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ClinConnect Summary

The purpose of the study is to investigate the potential effectiveness, feasibility, acceptability and putative mechanisms of change of video NET with children and young people who witnessed domestic violence.

The primary objective of the study is to evaluate whether video NET can reduce PTS in this group.

The secondary objectives of the study are:

* To determine whether video NET can also impact on general psychological distress and functioning;
* To examine the putative mechanisms of change within NET, i.e. habituation and integration of trauma memories;
* To explore the feasibility an...

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria - Participants must:
• • Be aged 12- 17;
• • Have witnessed domestic violence in the past;
• • Be experiencing clinical levels of post-traumatic stress, as assessed by a member of the CAMHS team;
• • Be on the waiting list to receive trauma-focused treatment;
• • If 16 or over, be able to consent to take part, as assessed by a member of the CAMHS team;
• • If under 16, have at least one person with parental authority who can consent for them. These young people will also be asked to provide their assent;
• • Be able to communicate verbally and speak English;
• • Have access to a device with a webcam and Internet broadband to enable participation in video sessions;
• • Have access to a mobile device, e.g. a smartphone or a tablet. Can be the same as the device above.
• Exclusion Criteria - Participants will be excluded from the study if:
• • They have a known diagnosis of Intellectual Disability;
• • They have a current high level of risk including of self-harm, suicide or current exposure to domestic violence, as assessed by a member of the CAMHS team;
• • They are substance dependent.