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Nurturing families: A feasibility randomised controlled trial of a whole-family intervention with vulnerable families in Jordan

11 Apr 2024

Armed conflict and forced displacement can significantly strain nurturing family environments, which are essential for child well-being. Yet, limited evidence exists on the effectiveness of family-systemic interventions in these contexts. This study conducted a two-arm, single-masked, feasibility Randomised Controlled Trial (fRCT) of a whole-family intervention with Syrian, Iraqi and Jordanian families in Jordan.

Authors: Brown, F. L., Yousef, H., Bleile, A. C. E., Mansour, H., Barrett, A., Ghatasheh, M., Puffer, E. S., Mansour, Z., Hayef, K., Kurdi, S., Ali, Q., Tol, W. A., El-Khani, A., Calam, R., Abu Hassan, H., & Jordans, M. J. D. 

Here, it aimed to determine the feasibility of intervention and study procedures to inform a fully-powered RCT. Of the 62 families screened, 60 (98%) were eligible, 97% completed the baseline and 90% completed the endline. Qualitative feedback indicated specific improvements in adolescent well-being, caregiver distress and parenting, and family relationships. Findings indicate the acceptability and feasibility of intervention and study procedures, but subsequent full-scale evaluation is needed to determine effectiveness.

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