Evaluation of High School-based Relationship Education

This study is a randomized controlled trial testing the effectiveness of a program provided in Colorado high schools by the Center for Relationship Education based in Denver, Colorado. 14 schools are randomly assigned to either provide the Real Essentials curriculum as part of health or similar classes or teach these classes as usual. The study design includes surveys administered pre-program, post-program and at 6-month and 12-month follow ups. Primary study outcomes are increased knowledge of healthy relationships and reduced risky sexual behavior.

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Key information

Conditions

Responsible Sex Behavior Safe Sex Sexual Behavior

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

University of Denver

Denver, Colorado, 80208-3500, United States

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

Must be enrolled in designated classes at 14 participating high schools schools in Colorado

Exclusion criteria

Treatment and study plan

Real Essentials

Behavioral

The REAL Essentials curriculum is a healthy relationship education program for youth developed by the Center for Relationship Education.

Primary outcomes

Healthy Relationship Knowledge and Skills

Time frame: Change from pre-program through 1 year

This outcome is measured by self-report survey.
Risky Sexual Behavior

Time frame: Change from pre-program through 1 year

This outcome is measured by self-report survey.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

University of Denver

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Evaluation of High School-based Relationship Education: Center for Relationship Education

Important dates

Study start: 2017
Primary completion: 2019
Study completion: 2019
First posted: Jun 18, 2018
Registry last updated: Nov 23, 2021

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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