Trial Outcomes & Findings for Pathways for Parents After Incarceration Feasibility Study (NCT NCT04525703)

NCT ID: NCT04525703

Last Updated: 2023-07-07

Results Overview

The feasibility of this approach will in part be measured by successful recruitment of participants from this population. This is measured by the proportion of eligible fathers and caregivers who consent to study participation and enrollment.

Recruitment status

COMPLETED

Study phase

NA

Target enrollment

48 participants

Primary outcome timeframe

baseline

Results posted on

2023-07-07

Participant Flow

The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration Program study was conducted between September 2020 and March 2022 during the COVID-19 pandemic.

51 Fathers were assessed for eligibility, 43 were eligible, 21 consented and started the study.

Participant milestones

Participant milestones
Measure
Caregivers
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Fathers
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks
Children
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks
Overall Study
STARTED
12
21
15
Overall Study
Completed Baseline Interview
12
21
15
Overall Study
Attended Any of the P4P Program
9
16
11
Overall Study
Completed P4P Program
7
12
9
Overall Study
Completed Post Intervention Survey
7
12
9
Overall Study
Completed 3-month Follow up Survey
6
6
7
Overall Study
COMPLETED
6
6
7
Overall Study
NOT COMPLETED
6
15
8

Reasons for withdrawal

Reasons for withdrawal
Measure
Caregivers
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Fathers
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks
Children
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks
Overall Study
Lost to Follow-up
6
15
8

Baseline Characteristics

Pathways for Parents After Incarceration Feasibility Study

Baseline characteristics by cohort

Baseline characteristics by cohort
Measure
Caregivers
n=12 Participants
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Fathers
n=21 Participants
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Children
n=15 Participants
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Total
n=48 Participants
Total of all reporting groups
Age, Categorical
<=18 years
0 Participants
n=93 Participants
0 Participants
n=4 Participants
15 Participants
n=27 Participants
15 Participants
n=483 Participants
Age, Categorical
Between 18 and 65 years
11 Participants
n=93 Participants
21 Participants
n=4 Participants
0 Participants
n=27 Participants
32 Participants
n=483 Participants
Age, Categorical
>=65 years
1 Participants
n=93 Participants
0 Participants
n=4 Participants
0 Participants
n=27 Participants
1 Participants
n=483 Participants
Sex: Female, Male
Female
12 Participants
n=93 Participants
0 Participants
n=4 Participants
8 Participants
n=27 Participants
20 Participants
n=483 Participants
Sex: Female, Male
Male
0 Participants
n=93 Participants
21 Participants
n=4 Participants
7 Participants
n=27 Participants
28 Participants
n=483 Participants
Ethnicity (NIH/OMB)
Hispanic or Latino
3 Participants
n=93 Participants
3 Participants
n=4 Participants
4 Participants
n=27 Participants
10 Participants
n=483 Participants
Ethnicity (NIH/OMB)
Not Hispanic or Latino
9 Participants
n=93 Participants
18 Participants
n=4 Participants
11 Participants
n=27 Participants
38 Participants
n=483 Participants
Ethnicity (NIH/OMB)
Unknown or Not Reported
0 Participants
n=93 Participants
0 Participants
n=4 Participants
0 Participants
n=27 Participants
0 Participants
n=483 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
American Indian or Alaska Native
1 Participants
n=93 Participants
1 Participants
n=4 Participants
1 Participants
n=27 Participants
3 Participants
n=483 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
Asian
0 Participants
n=93 Participants
0 Participants
n=4 Participants
0 Participants
n=27 Participants
0 Participants
n=483 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0 Participants
n=93 Participants
0 Participants
n=4 Participants
0 Participants
n=27 Participants
0 Participants
n=483 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
Black or African American
6 Participants
n=93 Participants
12 Participants
n=4 Participants
6 Participants
n=27 Participants
24 Participants
n=483 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
White
3 Participants
n=93 Participants
6 Participants
n=4 Participants
4 Participants
n=27 Participants
13 Participants
n=483 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
More than one race
2 Participants
n=93 Participants
2 Participants
n=4 Participants
4 Participants
n=27 Participants
8 Participants
n=483 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
Unknown or Not Reported
0 Participants
n=93 Participants
0 Participants
n=4 Participants
0 Participants
n=27 Participants
0 Participants
n=483 Participants
Region of Enrollment
United States
12 participants
n=93 Participants
21 participants
n=4 Participants
15 participants
n=27 Participants
48 participants
n=483 Participants
Time Since Incarceration
NA months
STANDARD_DEVIATION NA • n=93 Participants
8 months
STANDARD_DEVIATION 13.94 • n=4 Participants
NA months
STANDARD_DEVIATION NA • n=27 Participants
8 months
STANDARD_DEVIATION 13.94 • n=483 Participants

PRIMARY outcome

Timeframe: baseline

Population: 43 Fathers were eligible, 23 consented and started the study

The feasibility of this approach will in part be measured by successful recruitment of participants from this population. This is measured by the proportion of eligible fathers and caregivers who consent to study participation and enrollment.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Fathers
n=43 Participants
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Caregivers
n=12 Participants
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Proportion of Eligible Fathers and Caregivers Who Consent
0.49 proportion of participants
1.0 proportion of participants

PRIMARY outcome

Timeframe: up to 9 weeks

Population: This combined criteria (enrolled AND participated in the first intervention class) changes the baseline N to something smaller (n=16, not n=21)

The feasibility of this approach will in part be measured by the retention of participants in this intervention. This is measured by the proportion of enrolled fathers and caregivers who participate in the first intervention class (after baseline) and complete entire intervention.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Fathers
n=16 Participants
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Caregivers
n=12 Participants
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Proportion of Enrolled Fathers and Caregivers Who Complete Entire Intervention
0.75 proportion of participants
0.58 proportion of participants

PRIMARY outcome

Timeframe: up to 9 weeks

Population: Team stopped collecting this survey after 3 responses as it was determined to be burdensome for the participant and not useful for the investigation.

Adherence is measured using the Parenting Inside Out (PIO) Group Observation Feedback Form to assess program integrity and fidelity to the model. This is a 35-item survey that assesses 5 domains: curriculum delivery and fidelity; facilitation skills, behavior support and group management; interpersonal skills, and PIO specific items. Each item is scored on a scale of 1-5 where 1 is remediation needed, 2 is growth area, 3 is developing, 4 is effective, and 5 is highly effective. Average scores from each domain are reported for a total possible range of scores 1-5, higher scores indicate better adherence.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Fathers
n=3 Participants
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Caregivers
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Provider Adherence Measured by the Parenting Inside Out Group Observation Feedback Form Score
Overall Fidelity
4.46 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 0.16
—
Provider Adherence Measured by the Parenting Inside Out Group Observation Feedback Form Score
Curriculum Delivery & Fidelity Subscale
4.57 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 0.14
—
Provider Adherence Measured by the Parenting Inside Out Group Observation Feedback Form Score
Facilitation Skills Subscale
4.55 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 0.04
—
Provider Adherence Measured by the Parenting Inside Out Group Observation Feedback Form Score
Behavior Support and Group Management Subscale
4.86 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 0.14
—
Provider Adherence Measured by the Parenting Inside Out Group Observation Feedback Form Score
Interpersonal Skills Subscale
5.00 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 0.00
—
Provider Adherence Measured by the Parenting Inside Out Group Observation Feedback Form Score
PIO Specific Skills Subscale
4.17 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 0.32
—

PRIMARY outcome

Timeframe: up to 9 weeks

Population: Providers were not consented to the study, but were surveyed for acceptability of the intervention.

Acceptability is assessed by interventionists using an overall rating of the content delivered to participants each week. The overall score is rated on a scale of 1=poor to 10=excellent, with higher scores indicating greater acceptability.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Fathers
n=2 Participants
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Caregivers
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Acceptability of Intervention Assessed by Providers
8.43 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 0.37
—

PRIMARY outcome

Timeframe: up to 21 weeks

Acceptability and usefulness of the intervention is assessed in part by a series of questions that ascertain perceived helpfulness of program for the participant. How helpful was the parenting program for you? 1= Not at all helpful, 2=A little helpful, 3=Somewhat helpful, 4=Quite helpful, 5=Very helpful

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Fathers
n=12 Participants
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Caregivers
n=7 Participants
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Self-Perceived Helpfulness of the Program for the Participant
4.67 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 0.65
4.71 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 0.49

PRIMARY outcome

Timeframe: up to 21 weeks

Population: There are missing data from 2 participants in the Fathers group.

Acceptability and usefulness of the intervention is assessed in part by a series of questions that ascertain perceived helpfulness of program for the participant. "Overall, do you think your participation in this program has had any effect on your child?" 1=has had a very negative effect, 5=has had a very positive effect.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Fathers
n=10 Participants
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Caregivers
n=7 Participants
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Participant-Perceived Helpfulness of the Program for the Participant's Child
3.90 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 0.57
4.43 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 0.53

PRIMARY outcome

Timeframe: up to 21 weeks

Acceptability and usefulness of the intervention is assessed in part by a series of questions that ascertain whether participants would recommend the program to other people. Would you recommend this program to other parents? 1=Strongly recommend, 2=Recommend, 3=Neutral, 4=Not recommend, 5=Strongly not recommend

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Fathers
n=12 Participants
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Caregivers
n=7 Participants
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Acceptability of Intervention Assessed by Participant Recommendation
4.83 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 0.39
5.00 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 0.00

PRIMARY outcome

Timeframe: up to 21 weeks

Population: One participant in the Fathers group did not answer the survey item.

Acceptability and usefulness is assessed by a series of questions that ascertain parent satisfaction. Q: How much has the Parenting Inside Out classes changed how happy and satisfied you are with being a parent to your child? 1=none, 2=A little, 3=Some, 4=A lot, 5=Very much

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Fathers
n=11 Participants
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Caregivers
n=7 Participants
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Acceptability of Intervention Assessed by Parent Satisfaction
4.64 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 0.67
4.57 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 0.53

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Baseline (pre-test), 9 weeks (post-test)

Family interactions \& relationships will be assessed with the 38-item Inventory of Family Feelings to assess fathers' and caregivers' perceptions of their relationship with another and with their children. Scores range from 0-38, with higher scores indicating more positive affect toward family members and lower scores reflecting conflicted relationships.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Fathers
n=12 Participants
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Caregivers
n=7 Participants
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Inventory of Family Feelings Score
Pre-test
16.0 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 1.58
16.14 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 2.06
Inventory of Family Feelings Score
Post-test
14.17 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 1.98
15.57 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 0.57

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Baseline (pre-test), 9 weeks (post-test)

The Undermining subscale of the Coparenting Relationship Scale contains 3-items, scored on a scale of 1=strongly disagree to 5=strongly agree. Change in summed score will be reported (between 3-15) with lower scores indicative of a stronger coparenting relationship.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Fathers
n=12 Participants
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Caregivers
n=7 Participants
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Coparenting Relationship Scale Score: Undermining Subscale
Pre-test
6.6 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 0.83
7.0 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 0.88
Coparenting Relationship Scale Score: Undermining Subscale
Post-test
6.8 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 1.0
6.9 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 1.4

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Baseline (pre-test), 9 weeks (post-test)

The Alliance subscale of the Coparenting Relationship Scale contains 5-items, scored on a scale of 1=strongly disagree to 5=strongly agree. Change in summed score will be reported (between 5-25) with higher scores indicative of a stronger coparenting relationship.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Fathers
n=12 Participants
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Caregivers
n=7 Participants
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Coparenting Relationship Scale Score: Alliance Subscale
Pre-test
18.7 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 1.5
21.9 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 1.5
Coparenting Relationship Scale Score: Alliance Subscale
Post-test
18.8 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 1.6
21.4 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 1.3

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Baseline (pre-test), 9 weeks (post-test)

The Gatekeeping subscale of the Coparenting Relationship Scale contains 3 items, scored on a scale of 1=strongly disagree to 5=strongly agree. Change in summed score will be reported (between 3-15) with lower scores are indicative of a stronger coparenting relationship.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Fathers
n=12 Participants
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Caregivers
n=7 Participants
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Coparenting Relationship Scale Score: Gatekeeping Subscale
Pre-test
5.5 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 0.61
5.3 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 0.75
Coparenting Relationship Scale Score: Gatekeeping Subscale
Post-test
5.2 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 0.83
3.7 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 0.47

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Baseline (pre-test), 9 weeks (post-test)

Parenting Satisfaction will be assessed with a 3-item scale, Kansas Parenting Satisfaction Scale. Items are scored on a scale of 1=extremely dissatisfied to 7=extremely satisfied. Change in summed score will be reported (between 3-21) with higher scores indicative of higher levels of parenting satisfaction.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Fathers
n=12 Participants
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Caregivers
n=7 Participants
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Kansas Parenting Satisfaction Scale Score
Pre-test
16.8 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 0.84
16.0 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 1.45
Kansas Parenting Satisfaction Scale Score
Post-test
15.1 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 1.4
16.4 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 1.31

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Baseline (pre-test), 9 weeks (post-test)

Parenting competence assessed with the 17-item Parenting Sense of Competence Scale. Items are scored on a scale of 1=strongly disagree to 6=strongly agree. Scores range from 17-102, with higher scores indicative of a stronger sense of competence, satisfaction and efficacy.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Fathers
n=12 Participants
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Caregivers
n=7 Participants
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Parenting Sense of Competence Scale Score
Post-test
76.4 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 2.1
76.7 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 5.12
Parenting Sense of Competence Scale Score
Pre-test
78.8 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 2.1
74.7 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 5.12

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Baseline (pre-test), 9 weeks (post-test)

Parenting alliance is assessed with the 20-items self-report Parenting Alliance Measure. Items are scored on a 5-point rating scale ranging from 1=strongly disagree to 5=strongly agree. Change in summed score will be reported (between 20-100), with higher scores reflecting stronger coparenting alliances between people.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Fathers
n=12 Participants
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Caregivers
n=7 Participants
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Alliance Measure Score
Pre-test
80.1 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 4.8
87.1 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 5.1
Alliance Measure Score
Post-test
82.4 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 5.1
83.4 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 5.3

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Baseline (pre-test), 9 weeks (post-test)

Assessed with the 15-item Child-Parent Relationship Scale-Short Form to assess perceptions of participants' relationship with their children. The Conflict subscale contains 8-items, scored on a scale of 1=definitely does not apply to 5=definitely applies. Change in summed scores (between 8 and 40) for each subscale over time will be reported, higher scores on each subscale (closeness, conflict) indicative of higher levels of each dimension.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Fathers
n=12 Participants
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Caregivers
n=7 Participants
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Child-Parent Relationship Scale (CPRS) Score: Conflict Subscale
Pre-test
19.3 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 1.7
17.86 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 1.4
Child-Parent Relationship Scale (CPRS) Score: Conflict Subscale
Post-test
18.3 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 1.7
16.1 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 1.5

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Baseline (pre-test), 9 weeks (post-test)

Assessed with the 15-item Child-Parent Relationship Scale-Short Form to assess perceptions of participants' relationship with their children. The Closeness subscale contains 7-items, scored on a scale of 1=definitely does not apply to 5=definitely applies. Change in summed scores (between 7 and 35) for each subscale over time will be reported, higher scores on each subscale (closeness, conflict) indicative of higher levels of each dimension.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Fathers
n=12 Participants
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Caregivers
n=7 Participants
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Child-Parent Relationship Scale (CPRS) Score: Closeness Subscale
Pre-test
30.4 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 1.3
31.1 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 0.74
Child-Parent Relationship Scale (CPRS) Score: Closeness Subscale
Post-test
30.2 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 1.4
29.43 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 2.58

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Baseline (pre-test), 9 weeks (post-test)

Stress will be assessed with the 10-item Cohen Perceived Stress Scale. Items are scored on a scale of 0=never to 4=very often. Change in summed score (between 0-40) will be reported, with higher scores reflecting higher levels of stress experienced by the participant.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Fathers
n=12 Participants
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Caregivers
n=7 Participants
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Cohen Perceived Stress Scale Score
Pre-test
34.2 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 2.5
33.57 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 2.99
Cohen Perceived Stress Scale Score
Post-test
32.0 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 1.8
33.71 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 2.92

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Baseline (pre-test), 9 weeks (post-test)

Depression will be assessed with the CESD Depression Scale. Items are scored on a scale of 0=rarely or none of the time (or less than 1 day) to 3=most or all of the time (5-7 days). Change in summed score (between 0-60) will be reported, with higher scores indicating the presence of more depression symptomology.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Fathers
n=12 Participants
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Caregivers
n=7 Participants
Pathways for Parents after Incarceration: The Pathways for Parents after Incarceration program uses eight key lessons, including topics on effective listening, speaking, and problem-solving skills, lessons on emotion regulation, and issues surrounding family engagement. The program (both classroom and therapeutic peer support) will be offered virtually and weekly for 8 continuous weeks.
Center for Epidemiologic Studies Depression (CESD) Depression Scale Score
Pre-test
15.0 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 2.5
9.71 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 2.9
Center for Epidemiologic Studies Depression (CESD) Depression Scale Score
Post-test
12.8 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 2.2
10.86 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 3.81

Adverse Events

Caregivers

Serious events: 0 serious events
Other events: 0 other events
Deaths: 0 deaths

Fathers

Serious events: 0 serious events
Other events: 0 other events
Deaths: 0 deaths

Children

Serious events: 0 serious events
Other events: 0 other events
Deaths: 0 deaths

Serious adverse events

Adverse event data not reported

Other adverse events

Adverse event data not reported

Additional Information

Pajarita Charles, PhD

University of Wisconsin - Madison

Phone: 608-263-3834

Results disclosure agreements

  • Principal investigator is a sponsor employee
  • Publication restrictions are in place