A Transdiagnostic Mentalization-based Intervention for Parents With Mental Disorders

Launched by MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES IN THE CAPITAL REGION, DENMARK · Mar 13, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying a new parenting program called the Lighthouse MBT Parenting Program, designed for parents who have mental health disorders. The goal is to see how this program affects parents both in the short term and long term compared to regular care. It focuses on helping parents understand their own feelings and those of their children better, which can improve their parenting skills and family relationships.

To join the trial, participants need to be at least 18 years old and have one of certain mental health conditions like anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, or post-traumatic stress disorder. They must also be parents of at least one child aged 0-17 and able to communicate well in Danish. Participants will receive support through the new program and will also be monitored on how it impacts their parenting. This trial is currently recruiting, so if you or someone you know fits the criteria, it might be a great opportunity to receive specialized help while contributing to important research.

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Eligibility criteria

• • Inclusion Criteria exclusive to the Outpatient Clinic
• • Age \>18 years
• • Seeking treatment for one of the following non-psychotic disorders according to ICD-10: obsessive-compulsive disorder and anxiety disorders (F40-42), posttraumatic stress disorder (DF43), personality disorders (F60-61), or one of the previous disorders and a drug-or alcohol related disorder (F10-19) (i.e. 'dual diagnosis disorder')
• Inclusion Criteria exclusive to the trial:
• • Parent of at least one child aged 0-17 years of age at baseline
• • Fluent i.e., sufficient Danish language skills
• • Parent is living with child or is in regular contact (min. 5 days monthly)
• • Written informed consent
• Exclusion Criteria exclusive to the Outpatient Clinic:
• • Possibility of a learning disability (IQ\<75)
• • A diagnosis of schizotypal personality disorder or antisocial personality disorder
• • Presence of a comorbid psychiatric disorder that requires specialist treatment elsewhere
• • Concurrent psychotherapeutic treatment outside the clinic
• Exclusion Criteria exclusive to the trial:
• • Acute suicidal risk or state of crises
• • Lack of informed consent
• • Acute child endangerment
• • Participation in another parenting focused intervention simultaniously