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At Risk YouthNCT06824012

Development and Evaluation of a Growth Mindset Intervention for Adolescents in Youth Custody Frameworks: Pilot Study

A study testing Growth Mindset Intervention in people with At Risk Youth, run by Miri Tal-Saban at 1 site in Israel.

Completed

Finished. The study has ended and is not enrolling. Results may be posted on the official record.

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Trial 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. Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 12 to 18 years, women onlyHealthy volunteers can take part
Conditions the study is for
At Risk Youth
What is being tested?
Growth Mindset Intervention
Could I receive a placebo?
No, everyone receives an active treatment
How many people
9 participants
Where
1 siteIsrael
Study dates
26 Mar 2025to 30 Jun 2025
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 12 to 18 years
  • Women only
  • Healthy volunteers accepted
  • Child, Adult

Who may be able to join

  • 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.

Who cannot join

  • 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.

Trial locations and contacts

1 site in 1 country.

Israel1 site

  • Alma Boarding School

    Ashdod, Israel, 6097000

Other trials in Israel

About this 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

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.

Read the 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.

Conditions
At Risk Youth
Being tested
Growth Mindset Intervention
Keywords
Growth Mindset, Adolescent Behavior, Youth in Custody, Psychological Adaptation, Daily Activities, Resilience
Medical subject headings
Adolescent Behavior

What participants receive

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

  • Growth Mindset InterventionBehavioural

    A structured, daily-activity-based intervention program designed to foster a growth mindset among adolescents in youth custody frameworks and their staff. The intervention involves:

    Guided engagement in practical, meaningful daily activities tailored to individual and group needs.

    Reflective feedback sessions to reinforce principles of a growth mindset. Pre- and post-intervention assessments using standardized tools, including the Canadian Occupational Performance Measure (COPM) and structured questionnaires.

Study groups in NCT06824012
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
Growth Mindset Intervention GroupExperimentalParticipants in this arm will receive a structured, daily-activity-based intervention designed to promote a growth mindset. The intervention includes: Guided participation in meaningful daily activities tailored to individual needs. Reflective discussions and feedback sessions to reinforce growth mindset principles. Pre- and post-intervention assessments using the Canadian Occupational Performance Measure (COPM) and structured questionnaires. The aim is to enhance psychological adaptation, resilience, and daily life participation among adolescents in youth custody frameworks and their staff.
Receives: Behavioral: Growth Mindset Intervention

What is being measured

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

  1. Canadian Occupational Performance Measure (COPM).

    This measure evaluates changes in participants' perceptions of their daily task performance and satisfaction before and after the intervention.

    Scale Details:

    Scale Title: COPM Performance and Satisfaction Scales Range: 1 to 10 Interpretation: Higher scores indicate better performance and greater satisfaction.

    Time Frame: Before and after the intervention (approximately 8 weeks).

    Measured: Before and after the intervention (approximately 8 weeks).

Secondary outcomes (1)

  1. Analysis of Barriers and Facilitators in the Framework - Customized Survey Scale

    his measure assesses perceived barriers and facilitators in the context of daily activities, psychological adaptation, and interpersonal support within the youth custody framework. The survey evaluates aspects such as perceived trust in staff, sense of security, support from peers and staff, independence, organization, and expectations for the future.

    Scale Details:

    Scale Title: Youth Custody Resident Experience Survey (YCRES) Range: 1 (Strongly Disagree) to 10 (Strongly Agree) Interpretation: Higher scores indicate a more positive perception of facilitators (e.g., trust in staff, support from peers, self-efficacy), whereas lower scores suggest greater perceived barriers and difficulties in adaptation.

    Measured: Before and after the intervention (approximately 8 weeks).

Timeline

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

  1. First posted13 Feb 2025
  2. Study start26 Mar 2025
  3. Primary completion30 Jun 2025
  4. Study completion30 Jun 2025

Resources

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
Supportive care
Allocation
Not applicable
Intervention model
Single group
Masking
None (open label)
Enrolment
9 participants (actual)
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT06824012
Sponsor's protocol ID
5032023
Status last verified
Dec 2025
First submitted
11 Feb 2025
Last updated
2 Jan 2026
Results posted
No
Data monitoring committee
No
FDA-regulated drug
No
FDA-regulated device
No
Individual data sharing
No: IPD will not be shared due to privacy concerns related to the sensitive nature of the data collected from adolescents in youth custody frameworks. Additionally, restrictions imposed by the ethics committee and institutional guidelines prevent the sharing of such data.

Publications

  • Polatajko HJ, Mandich AD, Missiuna C, Miller LT, Macnab JJ, Malloy-Miller T, Kinsella EA. Cognitive orientation to daily occupational performance (CO-OP): part III--the protocol in brief. Phys Occup Ther Pediatr. 2001;20(2-3):107-23.

    PubMed 11345506

  • Burnette JL, O'Boyle EH, VanEpps EM, Pollack JM, Finkel EJ. Mind-sets matter: a meta-analytic review of implicit theories and self-regulation. Psychol Bull. 2013 May;139(3):655-701. doi: 10.1037/a0029531. Epub 2012 Aug 6.

    PubMed 22866678

  • Bowman J, Mogensen L, Marsland E, Lannin N. The development, content validity and inter-rater reliability of the SMART-Goal Evaluation Method: A standardised method for evaluating clinical goals. Aust Occup Ther J. 2015 Dec;62(6):420-7. doi: 10.1111/1440-1630.12218. Epub 2015 Aug 19.

    PubMed 26286379

  • Billingsley, J., Lipsey, N. P., Burnette, J. L., & Pollack, J. M. (2021). Growth mindsets: defining, assessing, and exploring effects on motivation for entrepreneurs and nonentrepreneurs. Current Psychology, 42(11), 8855-8873. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12144-021-02149-w

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

A study testing Growth Mindset Intervention in people with At Risk Youth, run by Miri Tal-Saban at 1 site in Israel.

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 2 inclusion and 2 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: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 2 Jan 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 Israel. 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 is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.

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?

Canadian Occupational Performance Measure (COPM). (time frame: Before and after the intervention (approximately 8 weeks).). 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 NCT06824012, which also lists 4 linked publications.

Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?

No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.

How often is this information updated?

AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 2 Jan 2026.

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