Effect of strengths-based, tiered, accessible resources and supports (STARS) for Kids project, a codesigned hybrid service delivery framework to identify and support child development, parent mental health and psychosocial needs among parents and carers of children aged 6 months to 3 years: a randomised controlled trial protocol.
James Rufus John, Jane Kohlhoff, Sini Lambiase et al.
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This randomized controlled trial protocol evaluates the STARS for Kids model, designed to enhance early identification and support for child development and parental mental health among parents of children aged 6 months to 3 years. Conducted across three diverse sites in Australia, the study aims to compare the effectiveness of the STARS model against enhanced usual care, focusing on outcomes such as completion of child developmental checks.
Key findings
- The primary outcome is parent or carer-reported completion of child developmental checks.
- Secondary outcomes include changes in child developmental vulnerabilities and parental mental health.
- The study will involve approximately 140 participants per site across three locations.
Why it matters
This research addresses the critical need for equitable access to early developmental support, particularly for vulnerable populations. Understanding the effectiveness of the STARS model could inform future interventions and policies aimed at improving child and family health outcomes.