MISC-IPV: a Community-Based Intervention for Children Traumatized by Intimate Partner Violence

Launched by UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON · Jul 6, 2023

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ClinConnect Summary

The MISC-IPV trial is studying a new program called the Mediational Intervention for Sensitizing Caregivers (MISC), designed to help women and children of color who have experienced domestic violence. This trial aims to see how effective this intervention is in supporting children aged 7 to 11 who have been exposed to intimate partner violence. The program also includes their mothers, who must be enrolled in a domestic violence rehousing program and speak English.

To participate, mothers should not have severe mental health issues, and children must be within the specified age range and not have certain developmental disorders. Those who qualify will receive support aimed at improving their well-being after experiencing trauma. If you or someone you know might fit this description and is interested in participating, it’s a great opportunity to receive help while contributing to important research.

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Eligibility criteria

• Mother inclusion criteria:
• • 1. Enrolled in Harris County Domestic Violence rehousing program
• • 2. Fluency in English
• Mother exclusion criteria:
• • 1. Active suicidality
• • 2. Intellectual disability
• • 3. Active psychotic disorder
• Child inclusion criteria:
• • 1. Exposure to domestic violence
• • 2. 7-11 years old in a family
• Child exclusion criteria:
• • 1. Intelligence quotient below 75,
• • 2. Active psychosis
• • 3. Severe autism
• • 4. Below age 7 or above age 11