Clinical trial for LGBTQ
Official title Family Acceptance Project Online (Pilot RCT)
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06839859
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study will see if the nine‑week online Family Acceptance Program improves family support, communication, and the youth’s mental health and hopefulness.
- Who it's for
- LGBTQ+ youth aged 14 to 25 who feel rejected by their families, and their parents or caregivers.
- What's involved
- Families complete surveys before and after the program. Half start the online sessions first, then all finish a follow‑up survey, and the other half join later. Participants share feedback on the program.
- Time commitment
- The program lasts nine weeks, with surveys at baseline, after the first round, and six months later. Families will need to attend the online sessions and complete the surveys.
- Phase 2: a mid-size study of how well it works
Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 14 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Identify as a sexual/gender minority (including youth questioning their sexual orientation and/or gender identity AND their identity must be known to...
- Identify as a person of color/belonging to a minority racial and/or ethnic group.
- Be between the ages of 14 and 25 years
- Read and speak English
- Live in the United States
See the full eligibility criteria
- Identify as a sexual/gender minority (including youth questioning their sexual orientation and/or gender identity AND their identity must be known to their participating caregiver).
- Identify as a person of color/belonging to a minority racial and/or ethnic group.
- Be between the ages of 14 and 25 years
- Read and speak English
- Live in the United States
- Report consistent access to a phone, tablet, and/or computer with high-speed internet access
- Report an ability to attend eight, two-hour online sessions at pre-determined times
- Report moderate to high levels of caregiver/family rejection
- Not be at high-risk for suicide
- Be a caregiver (biological parent, stepparent, grandparent, aunt/uncle, or another adult who provides care) to an SGMY of color between the ages of 14 to 25
- Be over the age of 18
- Read and speak English
- Live in the United States
- Report consistent access to a phone, tablet, and/or computer with high-speed internet access.
- Report an ability to attend nine, two-hour online sessions at pre-determined times.
- Be aware of the SGM youth's minority identity
- NOT identify as SGM
- Report spending time with participating youth at least 5 waking hours per week
- Not be at high-risk for suicide
- Not be actively psychotic
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 14 years and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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