Clinical trial NCT06824012: Development and Evaluation of a Growth Mindset Intervention for Adolescents in Youth Custody Frameworks: Pilot Study
Official title: Development and Evaluation of a Daily-Activity-Based Growth Mindset Intervention for Adolescents and Staff in Youth Custody Frameworks: a Mixed-Methods Study
Study type: INTERVENTIONAL
Overall status: RECRUITING
Phase: NA
Conditions: At Risk Youth
Keywords: Growth Mindset
Adolescent Behavior
Youth in Custody
Psychological Adaptation
Daily Activities
Resilience
Lead sponsor: Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Sponsor class: OTHER
First posted: 2025-02-13
Enrollment: 8
Sex: FEMALE
Minimum age (years): 12
Maximum age (years): 18
Standard ages: CHILD
ADULT
Accepts healthy volunteers: yes
Allocation: NA
Intervention model: SINGLE_GROUP
Primary purpose: SUPPORTIVE_CARE

Brief summary: The purpose of this study is to develop and evaluate a daily-activity-based intervention aimed at fostering a growth mindset among adolescents in youth custody frameworks and their staff. The study seeks to answer whether this intervention can improve participants' perceptions of their ability to adapt, enhance daily life participation, and identify barriers and facilitators for promoting a growth mindset in this unique population. Using a mixed-methods design, the study includes pre- and post-intervention assessments with the Canadian Occupational Performance Measure (COPM), structured questionnaires, and focus groups to evaluate the effectiveness of the program.

Detailed description: This study aims to develop and evaluate an intervention program designed to promote a growth mindset among adolescents residing in youth custody frameworks and their staff. The intervention is grounded in daily-activity-based approaches, emphasizing practical engagement in meaningful activities and reflective learning. The program is tailored to address the unique challenges and strengths of participants within these frameworks, with the goal of fostering adaptability, resilience, and improved participation in daily life tasks.

The research employs a mixed-methods design to comprehensively assess the intervention's impact. Quantitative data will be collected using the Canadian Occupational Performance Measure (COPM) to measure changes in participants' perceptions of their performance and satisfaction with daily tasks. Structured pre- and post-intervention questionnaires will further evaluate shifts in growth mindset attitudes. Qualitative data will be gathered through focus groups with adolescents, alumni, and staff, providing insights into the intervention's feasibility, perceived barriers, and opportunities for adaptation.

The study is conducted at two youth custody institutions, Alma and Mitspa-Yam, which provide residential care for adolescents in high-risk situations. Participants include adolescents currently in care, alumni, and staff members. Findings from this research are expected to inform the development of evidence-based guidelines for integrating growth mindset interventions into youth custody settings, with implications for enhancing long-term outcomes for participants.

Eligibility criteria: Inclusion Criteria:

Adolescents currently residing in youth custody frameworks who are selected by the institution's staff based on their suitability for the study.

Alumni of youth custody frameworks who are contacted directly by the research team.

Exclusion Criteria:

Adolescents whose mental or physical condition prevents them from participating in the study.

Individuals who are unable to complete questionnaires or reflectively describe their experiences.

Primary outcomes:
measure: Canadian Occupational Performance Measure (COPM).
timeFrame: Before and after the intervention (approximately 8 weeks).
Secondary outcomes:
measure: Analysis of Barriers and Facilitators in the Framework - Customized Survey Scale
timeFrame: Before and after the intervention (approximately 8 weeks).
Other outcomes:
Locations:
city: Hatzor
country: Israel
facility: Alma Boarding School
Study officials:
References:
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