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Need and demand for parenting programmes in general practice

J Patterson1, C Mockford, J Barlow

  • 1Health Services Research Unit, Institute of Health Sciences, Old Road, Headington, Oxford OX3 7LF, UK. jacoby@ukgateway.net

Archives of Disease in Childhood
|November 29, 2002
PubMed

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Behavioral problems affect one-fifth of parents with young children. Parenting programs are needed across all socioeconomic groups, with interest driven by child

Area of Science:

  • Child Psychology
  • Public Health
  • Socioeconomic Determinants of Health

Background:

  • Behavioral problems in children aged 2-8 years are a significant concern for parents.
  • Understanding the prevalence and socioeconomic associations of these problems is crucial for targeted interventions.
  • Parenting programs aim to support families facing child behavioral challenges.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the prevalence of behavioral problems in children aged 2-8 years.
  • To assess parental interest in attending parenting programs.
  • To investigate the relationship between behavioral problems, parenting program interest, and socioeconomic factors.

Main Methods:

  • A postal survey was conducted among parents of children aged 2-8 years.
  • Participants were recruited through three general practitioner surgeries.
  • A response rate of 70% was achieved.

Main Results:

  • One-fifth of parents reported experiencing difficulties with their children's behavior.
  • Behavior problems were more common in manual social classes, but perceived need for support was high across all groups.
  • 58% of parents expressed interest in future parenting program attendance, which was associated with the child's age and existing behavioral issues, not socioeconomic class.

Conclusions:

  • Child behavioral problems represent a significant public health issue requiring attention.
  • A non-selective approach to offering parenting programs in the UK is supported by these findings.
  • Interventions should be accessible to all socioeconomic groups, addressing the widespread need for parenting support.
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