FLARE for Teen Dating Violence
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial tests a program called FLARE, which aims to prevent teen dating violence among sexually and gender diverse youth and their trusted adults. The program includes in-person, virtual, and self-paced activities to foster healthy relationships. The trial seeks teens aged 14 to 18 who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, queer, transgender, or nonbinary, speak English, can travel to Pittsburgh, and have a caregiver who can participate with them.
As an unphased trial, this study provides a unique opportunity to contribute to research that could positively impact many young people's lives.
What prior data suggests that the FLARE intervention is safe for adolescents?
Research has shown that programs to prevent teen dating violence can be effective, though results vary across different programs. Some studies suggest these programs might reduce physical dating violence among teens, but overall evidence remains uncertain.
The FLARE program aims to prevent relationship abuse among LGBTQ+ youth and their caregivers. Although specific safety data for FLARE is unavailable, it is important to recognize that it is a program, not a medication or medical procedure. This suggests it is likely safe, as it involves in-person and online sessions focused on education and support rather than physical risks. Participants typically engage in discussions and activities, which are generally considered safe.12345Why are researchers excited about this trial?
Researchers are excited about the FLARE intervention for teen dating violence because it offers a new approach to addressing this critical issue. Unlike traditional methods that might focus on counseling or educational programs, FLARE aims to provide a structured, proactive intervention that can be implemented directly with teens. This could potentially lead to more immediate and impactful changes in behavior and awareness. Additionally, the option for participants in the wait list control to eventually receive the intervention ensures that more teens may benefit from the program, expanding its impact beyond the initial trial.
What evidence suggests that the FLARE intervention is effective for preventing teen dating violence?
Studies have shown that programs like FLARE can help reduce physical and sexual dating violence among teens. One study found a 22% decrease in such violence linked to these programs. Similar initiatives have also succeeded in preventing emotional abuse. Research indicates that educating and supporting both young people and their caregivers can foster healthier relationships. This trial will evaluate the FLARE intervention, which participants may receive, as a promising method to prevent dating violence among youth of diverse sexual and gender identities.23467
Who Is on the Research Team?
Maya I Ragavan
Principal Investigator
University of Pittsburgh
Robert Coulter
Principal Investigator
University of Pittsburgh
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for sexual and gender diverse teens and their trusted adults who want to learn about healthy relationships and preventing dating violence. Both the adolescent and caregiver must be willing to participate together.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive the FLARE intervention, which includes 1 in-person full day session, 2 virtual large group sessions, and several asynchronous components over a 4 week period
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for changes in behavioral outcomes and intervention acceptability
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- FLARE
Trial Overview
The study is testing FLARE, a relationship abuse prevention program with in-person, online, and self-paced activities designed for LGBTQ+ youth and their caregivers. A resource guide may also be provided.
How Is the Trial Designed?
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Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Wait list control participants will be offered the opportunity to participate in the intervention after the investigators have completed the pilot trial
FLARE participants will receive the intervention
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
University of Pittsburgh
Lead Sponsor
Office of Violence Against Women
Collaborator
Richard King Mellon Foundation
Collaborator
Citations
Efficacy of Interventions to Prevent Physical and Sexual ... - PMC
Overall, interventions were associated with reduced physical and sexual dating violence (OR, 0.78; 95% CI, 0.69-0.89; P < .001). Separate ...
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childrenssafetynetwork.org/sites/default/files/TeenDatingViolenceasaPublicHealthIssue.pdfTeen Dating Violence as a Public Health Issue
Studies have found that teen dating violence affects 9% to 35% of adolescents (National Council on Crime and. Delinquency 2008), depending upon differences in ...
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