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Mentalization-Based Parenting Program Versus Usual Care for Parents With Mental Disorders in Adult Mental Health Services
Led by Mental Health Centre Copenhagen, Bispebjerg and Frederiksberg Hospital · Updated on 2025-05-14
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Participants Needed
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Research Sites
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Total Duration
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Sponsors
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Mental Health Centre Copenhagen, Bispebjerg and Frederiksberg Hospital
Lead Sponsor
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University of Copenhagen
Collaborating Sponsor
AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Researchers are evaluating a mentalization-based parenting program called the Lighthouse MBT Parenting Program for parents with various mental disorders who are receiving adult mental health services. This trial compares this program to the usual care provided to these parents. The goal is to study both the short- and long-term effects of this intervention on parenting stress and related outcomes, addressing the high need for evidence-based support for parents with mental health conditions and their children. The study involves two groups one receives the Lighthouse MBT Parenting Program, which includes a preparatory individual session followed by twelve weekly group sessions of two hours each. The other group receives care as usual, consisting of one or two sessions with family members, commonly offered in adult mental health services. Both interventions are provided alongside the participants regular outpatient treatment. Participants will be assessed at the start of the study and again at 6, 12, and 24 months after starting the program. The research team will measure parenting stress using a standardized index and evaluate other factors such as childrens psychological adjustment, family functioning, quality of life, parenting competence, and the severity of psychiatric symptoms. The study includes careful follow-up to monitor these outcomes over two years.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
A Transdiagnostic Mentalization-based Intervention for Parents With Mental Disorders
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Age over 18 years
- Diagnosed with non-psychotic disorders such as obsessive-compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, posttraumatic stress disorder, personality disorders, or dual diagnosis including substance use
- Parent of at least one child aged 0 to 17 years at baseline
- Fluent in Danish
- Living with child or having regular contact (minimum 5 days per month)
- Provided written informed consent
You will not qualify if you...
- Possible learning disability (IQ below 75)
- Diagnosis of schizotypal personality disorder or antisocial personality disorder
- Comorbid psychiatric disorder requiring specialist treatment elsewhere
- Receiving psychotherapeutic treatment outside the clinic
- Acute suicidal risk or crisis state
- Lack of informed consent
- Acute child endangerment
- Participation in another parenting-focused intervention at the same time
Research Team
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Emilie Hestbaek, Msc in Psyc.
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Sebastian Simonsen, Doctor
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