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IRCT20260425069154N1 IRCT 2026-04-27 Islamic Azad University The Effectiveness of a Self‑Working Educational-Therapeutic Program on Reducing Parenting Stress and Enhancing the Quality of Parent–Child Interactions The Effectiveness of a Self‑Working Educational-Therapeutic Program on Reducing Parenting Stress and Enhancing the Quality of Parent–Child Interactions among Parents of Elementary School Students 2026-04-21 anticipated 30 Complete https://irct.ir/trial/89625 interventional Randomization: Randomized, Blinding: Single blinded, Placebo: Not used, Assignment: Other, Purpose: Education/Guidance, Randomization description: Randomization and Allocation Concealment In this study, participants will be assigned to the intervention and control groups using stratified randomization. Stratification will be based on two variables: Child’s gender and baseline parenting stress level (below moderate / moderate or higher). Within each stratum, participants will be assigned using simple randomization.The random allocation sequence will be generated by an independent researcher familiar with statistical methods, using statistical software. Allocation concealment will be ensured using sequentially numbered, opaque, sealed envelopes (SNOSE). The envelopes will be opened only after baseline assessments are completed and eligibility criteria are confirmed, Blinding description: Participants will be unaware of their allocation to the intervention or control group. They will be informed that they are participating in a parenting‑related educational program, without being informed about the specific type of intervention they receive. To minimize potential bias during data collection, information regarding group allocation will be kept confidential and will not be disclosed to participants until the completion of the data collection phase. N/A Parenting Stress and the Quality of Parent–Child Interactions among Parents of Elementary School Students. Intervention 1: The group receiving the Self‑Working Educational‑Therapeutic Program. Intervention 2: Control group: The group not receiving the Self‑Working Educational‑Therapeutic Program. Yes - There is a plan to make this available What will be shared: Self‑Working Educational‑Therapeutic Program Data Obtained from Participants After the Posttest Findings, Discussion, and Conclusion When: From September 2026 to six months thereafter To whom: Students who intend to work in research‑based therapeutic interventions Faculty members specializing in this field Individuals who require its use for scientifically justified purposes Conditions: Teachers and education administrators who intend to use the study’s findings to improve the family and academic circumstances of students and their parents. Families and parents who intend to use the study’s findings to improve their own family and academic circumstances and those of their children. Where to obtain: Participants may contact the principal researcher, Ms. Kiani, via email at Shaghayeghk7713@gmail.com, or visit the Islamic Azad University, Ahvaz Branch, to establish communication with the principal researcher or obtain the necessary information directly from the university. How to obtain: The individual should inform the principal researcher, after which the principal researcher will review the requester’s reasons. In coordination with the Islamic Azad University, Ahvaz Branch, the request will be evaluated, and upon approval, the requested information will be provided to the applicant. Comments:
public Shaghayegh Keyani
No. 36, Philosof Street, between Zohreh and Ziba, Zeytoon Karmandi
Ahvaz Iran (Islamic Republic of) 616397743 +98 922 312 6791 Shaghayeghk7713@gmail.com Islamic Azad University scientific Shaghayegh Keyani
No. 36, Philosof Street, between Zohreh and Ziba, Zeytoon Karmandi
Ahvaz Iran (Islamic Republic of) 613967743 +98 922 312 6791 Shaghayeghk7713@gmail.com Islamic Azad University Iran (Islamic Republic of) Parents of elementary school students (child age 6–12 years). Reporting at least moderate levels of parenting stress (PSI score ≥ 80) Having sufficient literacy (at least the ability to read and write in Persian to complete the questionnaires and participate in the training sessions) Willingness to participate in 14 weeks of sessions at the clinic No severe psychological disorders (based on the initial interview) 20 years no limit Both Parents of children older than 12 years Parents of children with excellent academic performance, as determined by the average of their school grades Parents of children identified based on the researcher’s initial interview and consultation, as well as the school principal’s assessment Behavior Behavior The group receiving the Self‑Working Educational‑Therapeutic Program. Control group: The group not receiving the Self‑Working Educational‑Therapeutic Program Parenting Stress. Timepoint: Assessment of Parenting Stress Before and After the Self‑Working Educational‑Therapeutic Intervention. Method of measurement: Parenting Stress Index (Abidin, 1995). Quality of Parent–Child Interactions. Timepoint: Assessment of Quality of Parent–Child Interactions Before and After the Self‑Working Educational‑Therapeutic Intervention. Method of measurement: Parent–Child Relationship Scale (Pianta, 1994). Comparison of the Effect of the Self‑Working Educational‑Therapeutic Program on Reducing Parenting Stress at the Pre‑Intervention and Post‑Intervention Stages. Timepoint: Comparison of Parenting Stress Reduction Before and After the Self‑Working Educational‑Therapeutic Program. This comparison may indicate the effectiveness of the educational intervention on the target variable and demonstrate its potential to reduce parenting stress. Method of measurement: Parenting Stress Index (Abidin, 1995). Comparison of the Effect of the Self‑Working Educational‑Therapeutic Program on Improving the Quality of Parent–Child Interactions at the Pre‑Intervention and Post‑Intervention Stages. Timepoint: Comparison of the Improvement in Parent–Child Interaction Quality Before and After the Self‑Working Educational‑Therapeutic Program. This comparison may indicate the effectiveness of this educational program on the target variable and contribute to reducing parenting stress. Method of measurement: Parent–Child Relationship Scale (Pianta, 1994). Islamic Azad University Approved 2026-04-19 Ethics committee of Islamic Azad University- Ahvaz Branch No. 36, Philosof Street, between Zohreh and Ziba, Zeytoon Karmandi Ahvaz Khouzestan Iran (Islamic Republic of)