Domestic ViolenceNCT05826041

Project INSPIRE: INtervention Support Groups: Peers Inspiring Resilience and Empowerment

A study testing (INSPIRE) INtervention Support groups: Peers Inspiring Resilience and Empowerment. and Traditional Domestic Violence Support Group in people with Domestic Violence, run by Yale University at 1 site in United States.

Terminated

Stopped early. The study ended before it was planned to and will not resume.

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Trial summary

Who is it for?: Ages 18 years and older, women only
Conditions the study is for: Domestic Violence
What is being tested?: (INSPIRE) INtervention Support groups: Peers Inspiring Resilience and Empowerment. and Traditional Domestic Violence Support Group
Type of treatment: Lifestyle or therapy programme
Could I receive a placebo?: No, everyone receives an active treatment
How many people: 21 participants
Where: 1 siteUnited States
Study dates: 23 Mar 2023to 28 Nov 2023
Phase: Interventional
Are there results?: None posted in the registry

Key requirements

Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.

Ages 18 years and older
Women only
No healthy volunteers
Adult, Older adult

Who may be able to join

Domestic Violence Service Provider client referred for support group services

Who cannot join

Unable to provide informed consent

Trial locations and contacts

1 site in 1 country.

United States1 site

Yale University
New Haven, Connecticut, 06511

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About this study

Official title: Development, Implementation and Evaluation of an Integrated, Peer-Led, Group Intervention for Survivors of Domestic Violence

The investigators will develop a new, integrated, group intervention to enhance safety, support, and empowerment for survivors of intimate partner violence in the community. The intervention will consist of 9 weekly, 90-minute group sessions that will teach specific skills for identifying various forms of trauma and abuse, developing mutually supportive relationships, safety planning and self-care, goal-oriented communication, empowerment and self-efficacy, goal setting, coping, and connecting to resources. The investigators will pilot test the intervention, including evaluating the process of implementation, including feasibility, acceptability/likeability, and safety, as well as evaluating outcomes of safety, support, and empowerment. Outcomes from the intervention will be compared to outcomes from a traditional domestic violence support group.

Conditions: Domestic Violence
Being tested: (INSPIRE) INtervention Support groups: Peers Inspiring Resilience and Empowerment., Traditional Domestic Violence Support Group
Keywords: Intimate Partner Violence

What participants receive

What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.

(INSPIRE) INtervention Support groups: Peers Inspiring Resilience and Empowerment.Behavioural
The support group contains both structured components, which are psychoeducational and focused on skill-building, and an unstructured component where discussion is open and determined by the needs and interests of the clients present (e.g., support and process-oriented.)
Traditional Domestic Violence Support GroupBehavioural
The activities of the group are determined by agency staff from week to week and may be open group discussion, psychoeducation, or a combination of both.

Study groups in NCT05826041
Study group	Role	What they receive
INSPIRE Group	Experimental	90-minute support group; 9 content sessions over 18 weeks; co-led by a professional facilitator and peer. Receives: Behavioral: (INSPIRE) INtervention Support groups: Peers Inspiring Resilience and Empowerment.
Intervention as Usual: Traditional Domestic Violence Support Group	Active comparator	75-minute support group; 18-weeks; led by a domestic violence service provider counselor or advocate Receives: Behavioral: Traditional Domestic Violence Support Group

What is being measured

The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.

Intervention acceptability/likability: Participant ratings of group cohesion assessed using the Group Attitude Scale (GAS)
Group cohesion will be assessed weekly by a modified version of the GAS. The 20 items are rated on a 1-5 Likert scale. A total score is computed by averaging the items. Scores range from 1-5, with higher scores indicating more group cohesion.
Measured: up to week 18
Intervention acceptability/likability: Participant ratings of acceptability assessed using the Trauma-Informed Practices Scale (TIPS)
Acceptability will be assessed using the Trauma-Informed Practices Scale (TIPS). TIPS is a 33-item self-report measure comprised of 6 subscales. This study will use 28 of the original 33 items representing 5 of the 6 subscales: agency, information, connection, strengths, and cultural responsiveness and inclusivity; the support for parenting subscale was excluded as the intervention is not designed specifically to support parents. Items are rated on a 0-3 Likert scale, and mean scores are computed for each subscale and overall scale. Scores range from 0-3, with higher scores representing perceived receipt of more trauma-informed services.
Measured: 9 weeks
Intervention acceptability/likability: Participant ratings of acceptability assessed using the Trauma-Informed Practices Scale (TIPS)
Acceptability will be assessed using the Trauma-Informed Practices Scale (TIPS). TIPS is a 33-item self-report measure comprised of 6 subscales. This study will use 28 of the original 33 items representing 5 of the 6 subscales: agency, information, connection, strengths, and cultural responsiveness and inclusivity; the support for parenting subscale was excluded as the intervention is not designed specifically to support parents. Items are rated on a 0-3 Likert scale, and mean scores are computed for each subscale and overall scale. Scores range from 0-3, with higher scores representing perceived receipt of more trauma-informed services.
Measured: 18 weeks
Intervention acceptability/likability: Participant ratings of Working alliance assessed using the Session Rating Scale (SRS)
Working alliance will be measured using an adapted version of the SRS. The SRS is a 4-item visual analog instrument. Each item is assessed using a 0-10 point scale. This measure will be modified for the participant to rate the working alliance with the peer co-facilitator and professional co-facilitator separately, for a total of 6 questions. A total score is computed by summing each item. Scores will range from 0-60, with an overall score of less than 56, or 9 on any item, indicating potential concerns in working alliance
Measured: up to week 18
Change in safety-related empowerment assessed using the Measure of Victim Empowerment Related to Safety (MOVERS) Scale
Change in safety-related empowerment will be assessed using the Expectation of Support and Internal Tools subscales of the MOVERS Scale. Items are rated on a 1-5 Likert scale. Items corresponding to each subscale are averaged. Scores range from 1-5, with higher scores indicating higher levels of safety-related empowerment.
Measured: Baseline, 9 weeks, 18 weeks
Change in support assessed using the Domestic Violence Resource Utilization (DVR) questionnaire
Change in support will be assessed using the DVR questionnaire. The 24 items represent various types of services/resources used, and a count variable (0-24) is computed to indicate the total number of different kinds of services/resources an individual use.
Measured: Baseline, 9 weeks, 18 weeks
Change in social support assessed using the Medical Outcomes Study Social Support (MOS-SS) Survey
Change in support will be assessed using the MOS-SS Survey. The 19 items are rated on a 5-point Likert scale. Mean scores are computed for each of the four subscales (emotional/informational support, tangible support, affectionate support, and positive social interaction), and a total summary score. Scores range from 1-5, with higher scores indicating greater levels of support.
Measured: Baseline, 9 weeks, 18 weeks
Change in empowerment assessed using the Personal Progress Scale - Revised (PPS-R)
Change in empowerment will be assessed using the PPS-R. The 28 items are rated on a 7-point Likert scale, and a total score is computed by averaging the items; total scores range from 1-7, with higher scores indicating higher levels of empowerment.
Measured: Baseline, 9 weeks, 18 weeks

Secondary outcomes (2)

Change in Wellbeing assessed using the Quality of Life questionnaire
Change in Wellbeing will be assessed using the Quality of Life questionnaire. The 9 items are rated on a 7-point Likert scale, and a total score is computed by averaging the items; total scores range from 1-7, with higher scores indicating higher levels of wellbeing.
Measured: Baseline, 9 weeks, 18 weeks
Change in Wellbeing assessed using the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale
Change in Wellbeing will be assessed using the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale. The 10-item scale ranges from 0-30. Scores between 15 and 25 are within normal range; scores below 15 suggest low self-esteem.
Measured: Baseline, 9 weeks, 18 weeks

Timeline

From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.

23 Mar 202328 Nov 2023

First posted24 Apr 2023
Study start23 Mar 2023
Primary completion28 Nov 2023
Study completion28 Nov 2023

Why it stopped: Site was unable to refer participants due to staffing issues post COVID

Resources

Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
Other trials for Domestic ViolenceStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
More trials run by Yale UniversityThe sponsor's other registered studies.
What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.

More details

For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.

Study design

Study type: Interventional
Phase: Phase N/A
Primary purpose: Other
Allocation: Randomised
Intervention model: Parallel groups
Model description: Other: INSPIRE support group Other: Intervention as usual
Masking: None (open label)
Enrolment: 21 participants (actual)

IDs, dates and publications

ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05826041
Sponsor's protocol ID: 2000024110
Other IDs: 2018-SI-AX-0005
Status last verified: Oct 2026
First submitted: 11 Apr 2023
Last updated: 26 Oct 2026
Results posted: No
Data monitoring committee: No
FDA-regulated drug: No
FDA-regulated device: No
Individual data sharing: No

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Study at a glance

From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 26 Oct 2026. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.

Official title: Development, Implementation and Evaluation of an Integrated, Peer-Led, Group Intervention for Survivors of Domestic Violence
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05826041
Acronym / sponsor ID: 2000024110
Conditions: Domestic Violence
Keywords: Intimate Partner Violence
Study type: Interventional
Recruitment status: TerminatedReason stopped: Site was unable to refer participants due to staffing issues post COVID
Enrolment: 21 participants (actual)
Lead sponsor: Yale UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
Study start: 23 Mar 2023 (actual)
Primary completion: 28 Nov 2023 (actual)
Study completion: 28 Nov 2023 (actual)
First posted: 24 Apr 2023 (actual)
Results: Not posted in the source record

Clinical summary

The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.

Study design

Primary purpose: Other
Allocation: Randomised
Intervention model: Parallel groups
Masking: None (open label)
Number of arms: 2
Model description: Other: INSPIRE support group Other: Intervention as usual

Arm	Type	Receives
INSPIRE Group	Experimental	Behavioral: (INSPIRE) INtervention Support groups: Peers Inspiring Resilience and Empowerment.90-minute support group; 9 content sessions over 18 weeks; co-led by a professional facilitator and peer.
Intervention as Usual: Traditional Domestic Violence Support Group	Active comparator	Behavioral: Traditional Domestic Violence Support Group75-minute support group; 18-weeks; led by a domestic violence service provider counselor or advocate

Who may qualify

Ages: 18 years and older
Sex: Female only
Healthy volunteers: Not accepted
Age groups: Adult, Older adult

Key inclusion criteria (1 listed)

Domestic Violence Service Provider client referred for support group services

Key exclusion criteria (1 listed)

Unable to provide informed consent

Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.

Interventions

Intervention	Type	Arms
(INSPIRE) INtervention Support groups: Peers Inspiring Resilience and Empowerment.The support group contains both structured components, which are psychoeducational and focused on skill-building, and an unstructured component where discussion is open and determined by the needs and interests of the clients present (e.g., support and process-oriented.)	Behavioural	INSPIRE Group
Traditional Domestic Violence Support GroupThe activities of the group are determined by agency staff from week to week and may be open group discussion, psychoeducation, or a combination of both.	Behavioural	Intervention as Usual: Traditional Domestic Violence Support Group

Primary outcome

Intervention acceptability/likability: Participant ratings of group cohesion assessed using the Group Attitude Scale (GAS)
Time frame: up to week 18
Group cohesion will be assessed weekly by a modified version of the GAS. The 20 items are rated on a 1-5 Likert scale. A total score is computed by averaging the items. Scores range from 1-5, with higher scores indicating more group cohesion.
Intervention acceptability/likability: Participant ratings of acceptability assessed using the Trauma-Informed Practices Scale (TIPS)
Time frame: 9 weeks
Acceptability will be assessed using the Trauma-Informed Practices Scale (TIPS). TIPS is a 33-item self-report measure comprised of 6 subscales. This study will use 28 of the original 33 items representing 5 of the 6 subscales: agency, information, connection, strengths, and cultural responsiveness and inclusivity; the support for parenting subscale was excluded as the intervention is not designed specifically to support parents. Items are rated on a 0-3 Likert scale, and mean scores are computed for each subscale and overall scale. Scores range from 0-3, with higher scores representing perceived receipt of more trauma-informed services.
Intervention acceptability/likability: Participant ratings of acceptability assessed using the Trauma-Informed Practices Scale (TIPS)
Time frame: 18 weeks
Acceptability will be assessed using the Trauma-Informed Practices Scale (TIPS). TIPS is a 33-item self-report measure comprised of 6 subscales. This study will use 28 of the original 33 items representing 5 of the 6 subscales: agency, information, connection, strengths, and cultural responsiveness and inclusivity; the support for parenting subscale was excluded as the intervention is not designed specifically to support parents. Items are rated on a 0-3 Likert scale, and mean scores are computed for each subscale and overall scale. Scores range from 0-3, with higher scores representing perceived receipt of more trauma-informed services.
Intervention acceptability/likability: Participant ratings of Working alliance assessed using the Session Rating Scale (SRS)
Time frame: up to week 18
Working alliance will be measured using an adapted version of the SRS. The SRS is a 4-item visual analog instrument. Each item is assessed using a 0-10 point scale. This measure will be modified for the participant to rate the working alliance with the peer co-facilitator and professional co-facilitator separately, for a total of 6 questions. A total score is computed by summing each item. Scores will range from 0-60, with an overall score of less than 56, or 9 on any item, indicating potential concerns in working alliance
Change in safety-related empowerment assessed using the Measure of Victim Empowerment Related to Safety (MOVERS) Scale
Time frame: Baseline, 9 weeks, 18 weeks
Change in safety-related empowerment will be assessed using the Expectation of Support and Internal Tools subscales of the MOVERS Scale. Items are rated on a 1-5 Likert scale. Items corresponding to each subscale are averaged. Scores range from 1-5, with higher scores indicating higher levels of safety-related empowerment.
Change in support assessed using the Domestic Violence Resource Utilization (DVR) questionnaire
Time frame: Baseline, 9 weeks, 18 weeks
Change in support will be assessed using the DVR questionnaire. The 24 items represent various types of services/resources used, and a count variable (0-24) is computed to indicate the total number of different kinds of services/resources an individual use.
Change in social support assessed using the Medical Outcomes Study Social Support (MOS-SS) Survey
Time frame: Baseline, 9 weeks, 18 weeks
Change in support will be assessed using the MOS-SS Survey. The 19 items are rated on a 5-point Likert scale. Mean scores are computed for each of the four subscales (emotional/informational support, tangible support, affectionate support, and positive social interaction), and a total summary score. Scores range from 1-5, with higher scores indicating greater levels of support.
Change in empowerment assessed using the Personal Progress Scale - Revised (PPS-R)
Time frame: Baseline, 9 weeks, 18 weeks
Change in empowerment will be assessed using the PPS-R. The 28 items are rated on a 7-point Likert scale, and a total score is computed by averaging the items; total scores range from 1-7, with higher scores indicating higher levels of empowerment.

2 secondary outcomes

Change in Wellbeing assessed using the Quality of Life questionnaire
Time frame: Baseline, 9 weeks, 18 weeks
Change in Wellbeing assessed using the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale
Time frame: Baseline, 9 weeks, 18 weeks

Results and safety

The study was stopped early (reason given: Site was unable to refer participants due to staffing issues post COVID). Results are not available in the source record.

Research links

Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 26 Oct 2026.
Individual participant dataSharing planned: No

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Referral and contact

AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.

Tami P Sullivan, PhD principal investigator

Department of Psychiatry, Yale School of Medicine

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Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.

Who may be eligible to take part?

The sponsor lists 1 inclusion and 1 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.

Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?

The record says: stopped early, as of the sponsor's last update on 26 Oct 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.

Where is the study taking place?

The record lists 1 site in United States. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.

What are the possible benefits and risks?

They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.

Are results available for this study?

The study was stopped early (reason given: Site was unable to refer participants due to staffing issues post COVID). Results are not available in the source record.

How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?

The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.

What does the primary outcome measure?

Intervention acceptability/likability: Participant ratings of group cohesion assessed using the Group Attitude Scale (GAS) (time frame: up to week 18). The study lists 8 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.

Where can I read the original study information?

On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT05826041.

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