Intimate Partner Violence (IPV)NCT06687278
Effectiveness of Interpersonal Relationship Psychotherapy Intervention for Female Victims of Intimate Partner Violence
A study testing Interpersonal Relationship Psychotherapy-Based Intervention Program in people with Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) and Interpersonal Psychotherapy, run by Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
Trial summary
This interventional study aims to examine the impact of the Interpersonal Relationship Psychotherapy-Based Intervention Program on the psychosocial well-being of female victims of intimate partner violence. The main questions to be answered are the following: 1. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 years and older, women onlyHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Intimate Partner Violence (IPV), Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Interpersonal Relations
- What is being tested?
- Interpersonal Relationship Psychotherapy-Based Intervention Program
- Type of treatment
- Lifestyle or therapy programme
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 40 participants
- Where
- 1 siteTurkey (Türkiye)
- Study dates
- 3 Feb 2025to Jun 2025
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- Not yet: the study is under way
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
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Adult, Older adult
Who may be able to join
- Proficiency in the Turkish language, including the ability to speak and understand it.
- Exposure to any form of violence perpetrated by an intimate partner.
Who cannot join
- Exposure to violence by an individual other than an intimate partner for the purpose of maintaining group homogeneity.
- Presence of sensory loss, including but not limited to hearing and vision.
- Physical injury and/or disability resulting from violence that precludes participation in the intervention program.
- Diagnosis of schizophrenia spectrum disorders and other psychotic disorders.
- Presence of active self-destructive thoughts and/or plans.
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country. Contact the study team or a site near you to ask about taking part.
Asst. Prof. contact
Turkey (Türkiye)1 site, 1 recruiting
- Recruiting
Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing
Istanbul, 34381
Özge Sukut, Asst. Prof., ozgesukut@gmail.com
About this study
Official title: The Effect of Interpersonal Relationship Psychotherapy-Based Intervention Program on Psychosocial Well-Being of Female Victims of Intimate Partner Violence
This interventional study aims to examine the impact of the Interpersonal Relationship Psychotherapy-Based Intervention Program on the psychosocial well-being of female victims of intimate partner violence.
The main questions to be answered are the following:
- Is the Interpersonal Relationship Psychotherapy-Based Intervention Program effective on the interpersonal problems of female victims of intimate partner violence?
- Is the Interpersonal Relationship Psychotherapy-Based Intervention Program effective on the mental well-being of female victims of intimate partner violence?
The study will include eight individual interviews using a variety of data collection forms.
Read the detailed description
World Health Organization, defines intimate partner violence as behaviours that cause physical, sexual or psychological harm in an intimate relationship. These behaviours include physical aggression, sexual coercion, psychological abuse and controlling behaviours. One in three women will experience violence from a partner at some point in their lifetime. A strong correlation has been identified between women's exposure to violence and their susceptibility to mental health issues. In instances of prolonged violence, women tend to exhibit a range of emotional responses, including feelings of insecurity, loss of control, guilt, low self-esteem, helplessness, and hopelessness.
Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) is a time-limited psychotherapy developed in the 1970s for the treatment of depression. It focuses on interpersonal relationships and social support systems. The primary focus of IPT is on the resolution of existing interpersonal conflicts. IPT is delivered to different clinical populations across the lifespan in a range of flexible formats, including individual, couple, group, telephone sessions, and web-based applications in a variety of settings and doses. It has been demonstrated to be an efficacious intervention for the treatment of psychiatric disorders, including anxiety disorders, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, and bipolar disorder, particularly during the perinatal period. Despite the existence of numerous studies examining the impact of IPT across diverse populations, only one investigation has explored the efficacy of IPT in women who have experienced violence. In the aforementioned examination, no established treatment program for women victims of intimate partner violence has been identified in our country. Although intimate partner violence affects a significant proportion of the population, the paucity of studies focusing on interpersonal relationships in this context represents a gap in the existing literature.
Given the high prevalence of violence against women and the associated burden of physical, mental, social, and social problems, as well as the limitations of existing intervention programs designed to enhance the psychosocial well-being of women victims of intimate partner violence, it is imperative to develop novel intervention strategies that prioritize interpersonal relationships and aim to bolster the coping skills and social support systems of these individuals. In light of the aforementioned considerations, the objective of the present study is to examine the impact of an intervention program based on interpersonal relationship psychotherapy on the psychosocial well-being of women victims of intimate partner violence. This study will examine the psychosocial well-being, interpersonal problems and mental well-being levels of women victims of intimate partner violence.
- Being tested
- Interpersonal Relationship Psychotherapy-Based Intervention Program
- Keywords
- Intimate Partner Violence, Psychological Well-Being, Interpersonal Relations, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Mental Health
- Medical subject headings
- Psychological Well-Being
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Interpersonal Relationship Psychotherapy-Based Intervention ProgramBehavioural
The Interpersonal Relationship Psychotherapy-Based Intervention Program is based on IPR and developed with reference to relevant literature and a previously published study (Cort et all., 2014). Subsequent to the development of the program, a series of expert opinions were obtained from seven specialists in the field. The Interpersonal Relationship Psychotherapy-Based Intervention Program is a 2.5-3 month program comprising eight individual sessions. The program is designed to be administered on a weekly basis, with each session lasting approximately 45-60 minutes. The participants in this group will receive an Interpersonal Relationship Psychotherapy Based Intervention Programme, which consists of eight individual sessions.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| The Initiative Group | Experimental | Participants in this group will receive an Interpersonal Relationship Psychotherapy-Based Intervention Program consisting of eight individual sessions. Receives: Behavioral: Interpersonal Relationship Psychotherapy-Based Intervention Program |
| The Control Group | No intervention | The control group will be left unaltered throughout the course of the study. In the event that participants are already undergoing medical and/or supportive care outside of the parameters of the study, they shall continue to receive such care according to standard protocols. |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Inventory of Interpersonal Problems Circumplex Scales (IIP-C)
The scale was developed by Alden and colleagues for the purpose of assessing interpersonal functioning in the context of personal stress and difficulties. The scale employs a 5-point Likert-type response format, comprising a total of 32 items that assess various domains of interpersonal functioning. The scale comprises eight subscales, each comprising four items. Higher scores on the total scale and its constituent subscales indicate elevated levels of interpersonal stress and the presence of specific interpersonal difficulties. The Turkish validity and reliability study was conducted by Akyunus and Gencoz (2016), and the total scale Cronbach's alpha coefficient was found to be 0.86. The scale has been demonstrated to possess sufficient validity and reliability to be employed in research on interpersonal attitudes and behaviours in Turkey and in clinical applications.
Measured: The scale will be administered during the second individual interview of the intervention phase.
Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Well-Being Scale (WEMWBS)
The scale was developed by Tennant and colleagues as a means of measuring the mental well-being levels of individuals. The scale employs a 5-point Likert scale, with a minimum score of 14 and a maximum score of 70. The scale is scored according to the following key: 1=strongly disagree, 2=disagree, 3=somewhat agree, 4=agree, 5=strongly agree. The scale comprises 14 items, with higher scores indicative of elevated levels of psychological well-being. The reliability of the scale was evaluated in studies conducted with individuals aged 16 and above. The Cronbach alpha coefficient for the scale was found to be 0.89. The test-retest reliability coefficient of the scale was found to be 0.83. The Turkish reliability and validity study of the scale was conducted by Keldal (2015). The Cronbach's Alpha internal consistency reliability coefficient of the Turkish version of the scale was found to be 0.92.
Measured: The scale will be administered during the second individual interview of the intervention phase.
Inventory of Interpersonal Problems Circumplex Scales (IIP-C)
The scale was developed by Alden and colleagues for the purpose of assessing interpersonal functioning in the context of personal stress and difficulties. The scale employs a 5-point Likert-type response format, comprising a total of 32 items that assess various domains of interpersonal functioning. The scale comprises eight subscales, each comprising four items. Higher scores on the total scale and its constituent subscales indicate elevated levels of interpersonal stress and the presence of specific interpersonal difficulties. The Turkish validity and reliability study was conducted by Akyunus and Gencoz (2016), and the total scale Cronbach's alpha coefficient was found to be 0.86. The scale has been demonstrated to possess sufficient validity and reliability to be employed in research on interpersonal attitudes and behaviours in Turkey and in clinical applications.
Measured: The scale will be administered at the close of the eighth session.
Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Well-Being Scale (WEMWBS)
The scale was developed by Tennant and colleagues as a means of measuring the mental well-being levels of individuals. The scale employs a 5-point Likert scale, with a minimum score of 14 and a maximum score of 70. The scale is scored according to the following key: 1=strongly disagree, 2=disagree, 3=somewhat agree, 4=agree, 5=strongly agree. The scale comprises 14 items, with higher scores indicative of elevated levels of psychological well-being. The reliability of the scale was evaluated in studies conducted with individuals aged 16 and above. The Cronbach alpha coefficient for the scale was found to be 0.89. The test-retest reliability coefficient of the scale was found to be 0.83. The Turkish reliability and validity study of the scale was conducted by Keldal (2015). The Cronbach's Alpha internal consistency reliability coefficient of the Turkish version of the scale was found to be 0.92.
Measured: The scale will be administered at the close of the eighth session.
Inventory of Interpersonal Problems Circumplex Scales (IIP-C)
The scale was developed by Alden and colleagues for the purpose of assessing interpersonal functioning in the context of personal stress and difficulties. The scale employs a 5-point Likert-type response format, comprising a total of 32 items that assess various domains of interpersonal functioning. The scale comprises eight subscales, each comprising four items. Higher scores on the total scale and its constituent subscales indicate elevated levels of interpersonal stress and the presence of specific interpersonal difficulties. The Turkish validity and reliability study was conducted by Akyunus and Gencoz (2016), and the total scale Cronbach's alpha coefficient was found to be 0.86. The scale has been demonstrated to possess sufficient validity and reliability to be employed in research on interpersonal attitudes and behaviours in Turkey and in clinical applications.
Measured: The scale will be administered within the fourth week following the eighth session.
Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Well-Being Scale (WEMWBS)
The scale was developed by Tennant and colleagues as a means of measuring the mental well-being levels of individuals. The scale employs a 5-point Likert scale, with a minimum score of 14 and a maximum score of 70. The scale is scored according to the following key: 1=strongly disagree, 2=disagree, 3=somewhat agree, 4=agree, 5=strongly agree. The scale comprises 14 items, with higher scores indicative of elevated levels of psychological well-being. The reliability of the scale was evaluated in studies conducted with individuals aged 16 and above. The Cronbach alpha coefficient for the scale was found to be 0.89. The test-retest reliability coefficient of the scale was found to be 0.83. The Turkish reliability and validity study of the scale was conducted by Keldal (2015). The Cronbach's Alpha internal consistency reliability coefficient of the Turkish version of the scale was found to be 0.92.
Measured: The scale will be administered within the fourth week following the eighth session.
Secondary outcomes (5)
Beck Depression Inventory (BDI)
It is a self-report scale designed to assess vegetative, emotional, cognitive, and motivational symptoms of depression. The scale items are presented on a 4-point Likert scale, with responses ranging from "not at all" to "very much" (0-3). The scale comprises 21 items, and it has been suggested that a score of 17 or above may be indicative of above-normal depression. A study of the validity and reliability of the scale in a Turkish cultural context was conducted by Hisli (1989) with a sample of university students. The original version of the scale exhibited a Cronbach's alpha coefficient of 0.92, while the Turkish version demonstrated a coefficient of 0.80.
Measured: in the second interview with the participant
Beck Depression Inventory (BDI)
It is a self-report scale designed to assess vegetative, emotional, cognitive, and motivational symptoms of depression. The scale items are presented on a 4-point Likert scale, with responses ranging from "not at all" to "very much" (0-3). The scale comprises 21 items, and it has been suggested that a score of 17 or above may be indicative of above-normal depression. A study of the validity and reliability of the scale in a Turkish cultural context was conducted by Hisli (1989) with a sample of university students. The original version of the scale exhibited a Cronbach's alpha coefficient of 0.92, while the Turkish version demonstrated a coefficient of 0.80.
Measured: end of session 8
Intervention Program Evaluation Form
In order to evaluate the effectiveness of the intervention program, the researcher employed a 5-point Likert-type scale (1 = strongly disagree, 2 = disagree, 3 = undecided, 4 = agree, 5 = strongly agree), based on self-report and aligned with the content of the intervention program. It is intended that each participant in the intervention group will complete the form at the post-test and follow-up test.
Measured: end of session 8
Beck Depression Inventory (BDI)
It is a self-report scale designed to assess vegetative, emotional, cognitive, and motivational symptoms of depression. The scale items are presented on a 4-point Likert scale, with responses ranging from "not at all" to "very much" (0-3). The scale comprises 21 items, and it has been suggested that a score of 17 or above may be indicative of above-normal depression. A study of the validity and reliability of the scale in a Turkish cultural context was conducted by Hisli (1989) with a sample of university students. The original version of the scale exhibited a Cronbach's alpha coefficient of 0.92, while the Turkish version demonstrated a coefficient of 0.80.
Measured: The scale will be administered within the fourth week following the eighth session.
Intervention Program Evaluation Form
In order to evaluate the effectiveness of the intervention program, the researcher employed a 5-point Likert-type scale (1 = strongly disagree, 2 = disagree, 3 = undecided, 4 = agree, 5 = strongly agree), based on self-report and aligned with the content of the intervention program. It is intended that each participant in the intervention group will complete the form at the post-test and follow-up test.
Measured: The scale will be administered within the fourth week following the eighth session.
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted13 Nov 2024
- Study start3 Feb 2025
- Primary completionMay 2025 (estimated)
- Study completionJun 2025 (estimated)
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Publications (12)Papers the sponsor has linked to this study.
- Other trials for Intimate Partner Violence (IPV)Studies of the same condition, open and under way.
- More trials run by Istanbul University - CerrahpasaThe 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
- Supportive care
- Allocation
- Non-randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Model description
- The study will employ a pretest-posttest-follow-up test experimental design with a control group.
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Enrolment
- 40 participants (estimated)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Cennet Kara Özçalık, Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa
- Investigators
- Cennet Kara Özçalık, Principal investigator, Istanbul Universty-Cerrahpasa
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT06687278
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- IstanbulUC-CKOzcalik-001
- Status last verified
- Apr 2025
- First submitted
- 11 Nov 2024
- Last updated
- 29 Apr 2025
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No: The requisite legal and ethical permissions for the research were obtained on the condition that the data would not be shared with third parties.
Publications
Ruiz-Perez I, Plazaola-Castano J. Intimate partner violence and mental health consequences in women attending family practice in Spain. Psychosom Med. 2005 Sep-Oct;67(5):791-7. doi: 10.1097/01.psy.0000181269.11979.cd.
PubMed 16204440Mufson, L., Dorta, K.P., Moreau, D. and Weissman, M.M., 2004, Interpersonal Psychotherapy for Depressed Adolescents, 2nd ed., The Guilford Press, New York, ISBN-13: 978-1-59385-042-5.
Ravitz P, Watson P, Lawson A, Constantino MJ, Bernecker S, Park J, Swartz HA. Interpersonal Psychotherapy: A Scoping Review and Historical Perspective (1974-2017). Harv Rev Psychiatry. 2019 May/Jun;27(3):165-180. doi: 10.1097/HRP.0000000000000219.
PubMed 30883446Cort, N. A., Cerulli, C., Poleshuck, E. L., Bellenger, K. M., Xia, Y., Tu, X., Mazzotta, C. M. and Talbot, N. L., 2014, Interpersonal psychotherapy for depressed women with histories of intimate partner violence, Psychological trauma: theory, research, practice, and policy, 6 (6), 700-707.
Almis BH, Kutuk EK, Gumustas F, Celik M. Risk Factors for Domestic Violence in Women and Predictors of Development of Mental Disorders in These Women. Noro Psikiyatr Ars. 2018 Mar 19;55(1):67-72. doi: 10.29399/npa.19355. eCollection 2018 Mar.
PubMed 30042644Almis BH, Gumustas F, Kutuk EK, 2020, Effects of Domestic Violence Against Women on Mental Health of Women and Children, Current Approaches in Psychiatry, 12 (2), 232-242. doi: 10.18863/pgy.567635
Atar, A.O. & Aydın, P.C., 2019, Evidence for Efficacy of interpersonal psychotherapy, Interpersonal Relations Psychotherapy, In Aydın, N., Omay, O. (ed), Türkiye Clinics, Ankara, 1st ed., 12-18.
Akyunus, M., & Gencoz, T., 2016, Psychometric properties of the Inventory of Interpersonal Problems Circumplex Scales short form: a reliability and validity study, Dusunen Adam The Journal of Psychiatry and Neurological Sciences, 29 (1), 36-48. DOI: 10.5350/DAJPN2016290104
Alden LE, Wiggins JS, Pincus AL. Construction of circumplex scales for the Inventory of Interpersonal Problems. J Pers Assess. 1990 Winter;55(3-4):521-36. doi: 10.1080/00223891.1990.9674088. No abstract available.
PubMed 2280321Keldal, G., 2015, Turkish Version of the Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Well-Being Scale: A validity and reliability study, The Journal of Happiness & Well-Being, 3 (1), 103-115.
Hisli, N., 1989, Validity and reliability of Beck Depression Inventory for university students, Journal of Psychology, 7 (23), 3-13.
Turgut EO, Cam MO. The Effect of Tidal Model-Based Psychiatric Nursing Approach on the Resilience of Women Survivors of Violence. Issues Ment Health Nurs. 2020 May;41(5):429-437. doi: 10.1080/01612840.2019.1672222. Epub 2020 Mar 18.
PubMed 32186926
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 29 Apr 2025. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- The Effect of Interpersonal Relationship Psychotherapy-Based Intervention Program on Psychosocial Well-Being of Female Victims of Intimate Partner Violence
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT06687278
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- IstanbulUC-CKOzcalik-001
- Keywords
- Intimate Partner Violence, Psychological Well-Being, Interpersonal Relations, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Mental Health
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Recruiting
- Enrolment
- 40 participants (estimated)
- Lead sponsor
- Istanbul University - CerrahpasaUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 3 Feb 2025 (actual)
- Primary completion
- May 2025 (estimated)
- Study completion
- Jun 2025 (estimated)
- First posted
- 13 Nov 2024 (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.
This interventional study aims to examine the impact of the Interpersonal Relationship Psychotherapy-Based Intervention Program on the psychosocial well-being of female victims of intimate partner violence.
The main questions to be answered are the following:
- Is the Interpersonal Relationship Psychotherapy-Based Intervention Program effective on the interpersonal problems of female victims of intimate partner violence?
- Is the Interpersonal Relationship Psychotherapy-Based Intervention Program effective on the mental well-being of female victims of intimate partner violence?
The study will include eight individual interviews using a variety of data collection forms.
Detailed description
World Health Organization, defines intimate partner violence as behaviours that cause physical, sexual or psychological harm in an intimate relationship. These behaviours include physical aggression, sexual coercion, psychological abuse and controlling behaviours. One in three women will experience violence from a partner at some point in their lifetime. A strong correlation has been identified between women's exposure to violence and their susceptibility to mental health issues. In instances of prolonged violence, women tend to exhibit a range of emotional responses, including feelings of insecurity, loss of control, guilt, low self-esteem, helplessness, and hopelessness.
Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) is a time-limited psychotherapy developed in the 1970s for the treatment of depression. It focuses on interpersonal relationships and social support systems. The primary focus of IPT is on the resolution of existing interpersonal conflicts. IPT is delivered to different clinical populations across the lifespan in a range of flexible formats, including individual, couple, group, telephone sessions, and web-based applications in a variety of settings and doses. It has been demonstrated to be an efficacious intervention for the treatment of psychiatric disorders, including anxiety disorders, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, and bipolar disorder, particularly during the perinatal period. Despite the existence of numerous studies examining the impact of IPT across diverse populations, only one investigation has explored the efficacy of IPT in women who have experienced violence. In the aforementioned examination, no established treatment program for women victims of intimate partner violence has been identified in our country. Although intimate partner violence affects a significant proportion of the population, the paucity of studies focusing on interpersonal relationships in this context represents a gap in the existing literature.
Given the high prevalence of violence against women and the associated burden of physical, mental, social, and social problems, as well as the limitations of existing intervention programs designed to enhance the psychosocial well-being of women victims of intimate partner violence, it is imperative to develop novel intervention strategies that prioritize interpersonal relationships and aim to bolster the coping skills and social support systems of these individuals. In light of the aforementioned considerations, the objective of the present study is to examine the impact of an intervention program based on interpersonal relationship psychotherapy on the psychosocial well-being of women victims of intimate partner violence. This study will examine the psychosocial well-being, interpersonal problems and mental well-being levels of women victims of intimate partner violence.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Supportive care
- Allocation
- Non-randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Number of arms
- 2
- Model description
- The study will employ a pretest-posttest-follow-up test experimental design with a control group.
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| The Initiative Group | Experimental | Behavioral: Interpersonal Relationship Psychotherapy-Based Intervention ProgramParticipants in this group will receive an Interpersonal Relationship Psychotherapy-Based Intervention Program consisting of eight individual sessions. |
| The Control Group | No intervention | –The control group will be left unaltered throughout the course of the study. In the event that participants are already undergoing medical and/or supportive care outside of the parameters of the study, they shall continue to receive such care according to standard protocols. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 18 years and older
- Sex
- Female only
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Adult, Older adult
Key inclusion criteria (2 listed)
- Proficiency in the Turkish language, including the ability to speak and understand it.
- Exposure to any form of violence perpetrated by an intimate partner.
Key exclusion criteria (5 listed)
- Exposure to violence by an individual other than an intimate partner for the purpose of maintaining group homogeneity.
- Presence of sensory loss, including but not limited to hearing and vision.
- Physical injury and/or disability resulting from violence that precludes participation in the intervention program.
- Diagnosis of schizophrenia spectrum disorders and other psychotic disorders.
- Presence of active self-destructive thoughts and/or plans.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Interpersonal Relationship Psychotherapy-Based Intervention ProgramThe Interpersonal Relationship Psychotherapy-Based Intervention Program is based on IPR and developed with reference to relevant literature and a previously published study (Cort et all., 2014). Subsequent to the development of the program, a series of expert opinions were obtained from seven specialists in the field. The Interpersonal Relationship Psychotherapy-Based Intervention Program is a 2.5-3 month program comprising eight individual sessions. The program is designed to be administered on a weekly basis, with each session lasting approximately 45-60 minutes. The participants in this group will receive an Interpersonal Relationship Psychotherapy Based Intervention Programme, which consists of eight individual sessions. | Behavioural | The Initiative Group |
Primary outcome
Inventory of Interpersonal Problems Circumplex Scales (IIP-C)
Time frame: The scale will be administered during the second individual interview of the intervention phase.
The scale was developed by Alden and colleagues for the purpose of assessing interpersonal functioning in the context of personal stress and difficulties. The scale employs a 5-point Likert-type response format, comprising a total of 32 items that assess various domains of interpersonal functioning. The scale comprises eight subscales, each comprising four items. Higher scores on the total scale and its constituent subscales indicate elevated levels of interpersonal stress and the presence of specific interpersonal difficulties. The Turkish validity and reliability study was conducted by Akyunus and Gencoz (2016), and the total scale Cronbach's alpha coefficient was found to be 0.86. The scale has been demonstrated to possess sufficient validity and reliability to be employed in research on interpersonal attitudes and behaviours in Turkey and in clinical applications.
Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Well-Being Scale (WEMWBS)
Time frame: The scale will be administered during the second individual interview of the intervention phase.
The scale was developed by Tennant and colleagues as a means of measuring the mental well-being levels of individuals. The scale employs a 5-point Likert scale, with a minimum score of 14 and a maximum score of 70. The scale is scored according to the following key: 1=strongly disagree, 2=disagree, 3=somewhat agree, 4=agree, 5=strongly agree. The scale comprises 14 items, with higher scores indicative of elevated levels of psychological well-being. The reliability of the scale was evaluated in studies conducted with individuals aged 16 and above. The Cronbach alpha coefficient for the scale was found to be 0.89. The test-retest reliability coefficient of the scale was found to be 0.83. The Turkish reliability and validity study of the scale was conducted by Keldal (2015). The Cronbach's Alpha internal consistency reliability coefficient of the Turkish version of the scale was found to be 0.92.
Inventory of Interpersonal Problems Circumplex Scales (IIP-C)
Time frame: The scale will be administered at the close of the eighth session.
The scale was developed by Alden and colleagues for the purpose of assessing interpersonal functioning in the context of personal stress and difficulties. The scale employs a 5-point Likert-type response format, comprising a total of 32 items that assess various domains of interpersonal functioning. The scale comprises eight subscales, each comprising four items. Higher scores on the total scale and its constituent subscales indicate elevated levels of interpersonal stress and the presence of specific interpersonal difficulties. The Turkish validity and reliability study was conducted by Akyunus and Gencoz (2016), and the total scale Cronbach's alpha coefficient was found to be 0.86. The scale has been demonstrated to possess sufficient validity and reliability to be employed in research on interpersonal attitudes and behaviours in Turkey and in clinical applications.
Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Well-Being Scale (WEMWBS)
Time frame: The scale will be administered at the close of the eighth session.
The scale was developed by Tennant and colleagues as a means of measuring the mental well-being levels of individuals. The scale employs a 5-point Likert scale, with a minimum score of 14 and a maximum score of 70. The scale is scored according to the following key: 1=strongly disagree, 2=disagree, 3=somewhat agree, 4=agree, 5=strongly agree. The scale comprises 14 items, with higher scores indicative of elevated levels of psychological well-being. The reliability of the scale was evaluated in studies conducted with individuals aged 16 and above. The Cronbach alpha coefficient for the scale was found to be 0.89. The test-retest reliability coefficient of the scale was found to be 0.83. The Turkish reliability and validity study of the scale was conducted by Keldal (2015). The Cronbach's Alpha internal consistency reliability coefficient of the Turkish version of the scale was found to be 0.92.
Inventory of Interpersonal Problems Circumplex Scales (IIP-C)
Time frame: The scale will be administered within the fourth week following the eighth session.
The scale was developed by Alden and colleagues for the purpose of assessing interpersonal functioning in the context of personal stress and difficulties. The scale employs a 5-point Likert-type response format, comprising a total of 32 items that assess various domains of interpersonal functioning. The scale comprises eight subscales, each comprising four items. Higher scores on the total scale and its constituent subscales indicate elevated levels of interpersonal stress and the presence of specific interpersonal difficulties. The Turkish validity and reliability study was conducted by Akyunus and Gencoz (2016), and the total scale Cronbach's alpha coefficient was found to be 0.86. The scale has been demonstrated to possess sufficient validity and reliability to be employed in research on interpersonal attitudes and behaviours in Turkey and in clinical applications.
Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Well-Being Scale (WEMWBS)
Time frame: The scale will be administered within the fourth week following the eighth session.
The scale was developed by Tennant and colleagues as a means of measuring the mental well-being levels of individuals. The scale employs a 5-point Likert scale, with a minimum score of 14 and a maximum score of 70. The scale is scored according to the following key: 1=strongly disagree, 2=disagree, 3=somewhat agree, 4=agree, 5=strongly agree. The scale comprises 14 items, with higher scores indicative of elevated levels of psychological well-being. The reliability of the scale was evaluated in studies conducted with individuals aged 16 and above. The Cronbach alpha coefficient for the scale was found to be 0.89. The test-retest reliability coefficient of the scale was found to be 0.83. The Turkish reliability and validity study of the scale was conducted by Keldal (2015). The Cronbach's Alpha internal consistency reliability coefficient of the Turkish version of the scale was found to be 0.92.
5 secondary outcomes
Beck Depression Inventory (BDI)
Time frame: in the second interview with the participant
Beck Depression Inventory (BDI)
Time frame: end of session 8
Intervention Program Evaluation Form
Time frame: end of session 8
Beck Depression Inventory (BDI)
Time frame: The scale will be administered within the fourth week following the eighth session.
Intervention Program Evaluation Form
Time frame: The scale will be administered within the fourth week following the eighth session.
Results and safety
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 29 Apr 2025.
- Background: PubMed 16204440Ruiz-Perez I, Plazaola-Castano J. Intimate partner violence and mental health consequences in women attending family practice in Spain. Psychosom Med. 2005 Sep-Oct;67(5):791-7. doi: 10.1097/01.psy.0000181269.11979.cd.
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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.
Asst. Prof. contact
Cennet Kara Özçalık principal investigator
Istanbul Universty-Cerrahpasa
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Interpersonal Relationship Psychotherapy-Based Intervention Program in people with Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) and Interpersonal Psychotherapy, run by Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
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 5 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: looking for participants now, as of the sponsor's last update on 29 Apr 2025. 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 Turkey (Türkiye). 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?
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
Contact Cennet Kara Özçalık (+9005078267597, cennetkaraozcalik@gmail.com), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Inventory of Interpersonal Problems Circumplex Scales (IIP-C) (time frame: The scale will be administered during the second individual interview of the intervention phase.). The study lists 6 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 NCT06687278, which also lists 12 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 29 Apr 2025.