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EMPOWERYOU: Examining an Internet-based Prevention Program for Primary Caregivers

Launched by UNIVERSITY OF BREMEN · Feb 10, 2022

Trial Information

Current as of August 21, 2025

Recruiting

Keywords

Multiphase Optimization Strategy Foster Children Parenting Revictimization Online Intervention

ClinConnect Summary

The EMPOWERYOU trial is studying an online program designed to help primary caregivers—like foster or adoptive parents—of children aged 8 to 13 years old. This program aims to reduce the chances of these children experiencing victimization, which means being harmed or mistreated. The researchers want to find out which parts of the program work best by testing different combinations of its features with 317 participating caregivers. After the trial, all caregivers will have access to the full program if it is found to be safe and effective.

To be eligible for this study, caregivers must be primarily responsible for children in the specified age range and should not be facing acute child safety issues or have insufficient knowledge of the German language. Participants can expect to be randomly assigned to one of several groups to see how well the various parts of the program work over three months. Overall, this study could provide valuable insights into how to better support caregivers and protect children from victimization.

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • Inclusion Criteria:
  • - primary caregivers (foster or adoptive) of children aged 8 to 13 years old
  • Exclusion Criteria:
  • acute child endangerment
  • short-term foster families ("Bereitschaftspflege")
  • family care ("Verwandschaftspflege")
  • insufficient German language knowledge

About University Of Bremen

The University of Bremen is a distinguished research institution located in Germany, dedicated to advancing knowledge and innovation across various fields, including healthcare and clinical research. With a robust focus on interdisciplinary collaboration, the university fosters an environment that supports groundbreaking studies aimed at improving patient outcomes and public health. Its commitment to academic excellence is reflected in its state-of-the-art facilities and a diverse team of researchers and clinicians who are engaged in a wide range of clinical trials. The University of Bremen is dedicated to translating scientific discoveries into practical applications, thereby contributing significantly to the global medical community.

Locations

Bremen, , Germany

Bielefeld, , Germany

Patients applied

0 patients applied

Trial Officials

Nina Heinrichs, Prof. Dr.

Principal Investigator

University of Bremen

Kerstin Konrad, Prof. Dr.

Principal Investigator

RWTH Aachen University

Arnold Lohaus, Prof. Dr.

Principal Investigator

Bielefeld University

Birgit Wagner, Prof. Dr.

Principal Investigator

Medical School Berlin

Ulrich Eber-Priemer, Prof. Dr.

Principal Investigator

Karlsruhe Institute of Technology

Timeline

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