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Mark Stemmler1, Andreas Beelmann, Stefanie Jaursch
1University of Erlangen-Nuremberg, Institute of Psychology, Bismarckstrasse 1, 91054 Erlangen, Germany. mark.stemmler@psy.phil.uni-erlangen.de
International Journal of Hygiene and Environmental Health
|September 18, 2007
Summary
The EFFEKT parent training program improved parenting skills for mothers, leading to positive changes in the family environment. These effects were sustained one year later, demonstrating a cost-effective approach to child behavior prevention.
Area of Science:
- Developmental Psychology
- Family Studies
- Behavioral Science
Background:
- Inappropriate parenting is a risk factor for children's social development.
- Prevention programs focus on improving parenting skills.
- The EFFEKT program targets enhancing family development through parent and child training.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the relationship between parenting and problem behavior.
- To evaluate the effectiveness of the EFFEKT parent training program.
- To assess changes in parenting behavior post-intervention.
Main Methods:
- Data collected from 128 mothers and 16 fathers in the EFFEKT program.
- Comparison with a matched control group.
- Self-reported parenting behavior scales used for assessment.
- Follow-up surveys conducted 2-3 months and 1 year after training.
Main Results:
- Trained mothers demonstrated significantly more positive parenting.
- Trained mothers exhibited less inconsistent discipline compared to controls.
- No significant effects were observed for fathers in this study.
- Positive changes in the family environment were noted.
Conclusions:
- The EFFEKT parent training is effective in positively modifying the family environment.
- The program offers sustainable effects with low costs for parents.
- Parent training can be a valuable tool for child behavior prevention.
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