Evaluation of a Trauma-Informed Partner Violence Intervention Program

Part of paid clinical trials in Boston, Massachusetts.

Sponsor
Boston University
Study ID
NCT06803043
Status
Enrolling By Invitation

Conditions

Eligibility Criteria

Sex
MALE
Age
18 Years - N/A
Healthy Volunteers
Not accepted

Interventions

  • SAH — BEHAVIORAL
    SAH is a group trauma informed intervention that uses motivational strategies and self-monitoring of one's thoughts and responses. It provides a unique fusion of interventions for trauma and IPV and consists of 12 two-hour weekly sessions. Throughout the program, group members complete in-session practice exercises and are provided "practice assignments" to consolidate and apply information learned in group.
  • TAU — BEHAVIORAL
    TAU is a court mandated 20 week, psychoeducational/directed program that emphasizes the sharing of power and control in relationships and personal accountability. Topics also focus on equality wheels, substance abuse impacts, culture and socialization impact on gender roles, defense mechanisms versus coping skills, triggers for stress and anger, and healthy versus unhealthy communication.

Study Details

The goal of this study is to conduct a randomized controlled trial (RCT) comparing outcomes between two programs to reduce intimate partner violence (IPV)- the Strength at Home (SAH) program and a standard, state-approved IPV intervention program, Treatment as Usual (TAU). Primary outcomes will include self- and partner-reported physical and psychological IPV. Secondary outcomes will include self-reported PTSD symptoms, alexithymia, alcohol use problems, and treatment satisfaction, assessed across five time points.

Key Dates

Start date
Feb 13, 2025
Status verified
Mar 2026
Primary completion
Dec 31, 2028
Completion
Dec 31, 2028

Study Design

Enrollment
800 participants (estimated)
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
TREATMENT

Arms

  • Experimental: Strength at Home (SAH)
    SAH isa trauma-informed 12-week intimate partner violence (IPV) intervention program.
  • Active Comparator: Treatment as Usual (TAU)
    TAU is a 20-week state-approved IPV intervention program.

Primary Outcome Measure

IPV Assessment [ Time Frame: Baseline, 3 months, 6 months, 9 months, 12 months ]

Locations (2)

FacilityCityStateZIPSite coordinators
CABU School of Medicine, PsychiatryBostonMassachusetts02118-
Rhode Island HospitalProvidenceRhode Island02903-

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