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Voluntary or required viewing of a violence prevention program in pediatric primary care

Seth J Scholer1, Courtney A Walkowski, Len Bickman

  • 1Department of Pediatrics, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN 37232-9225, USA. seth.scholer@vanderbilt.edu

Clinical Pediatrics
|January 25, 2008
PubMed

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Pediatricians can effectively use well-child visits to teach parents childhood aggression management skills. The "Play Nicely" program increased comfort and willingness to discuss child behavior and discipline.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Child Psychology
  • Behavioral Science

Background:

  • Childhood aggression is a common concern for parents.
  • Pediatric well-child visits offer opportunities for preventative education.
  • Effective behavior management strategies are crucial for child development.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of the "Play Nicely" intervention for childhood aggression management.
  • To assess parental acceptance and perceived benefits of the program during well-child visits.
  • To explore the integration of violence prevention education into routine pediatric care.

Main Methods:

  • A quasi-experimental design comparing voluntary and required viewing groups of parents.
  • Intervention: "Play Nicely" program focused on childhood aggression management skills.
  • Data collection involved assessing parental satisfaction, comfort in managing aggression, and willingness to discuss behavior.

Main Results:

  • 100% of parents were pleased the program was offered by their pediatrician.
  • 94% of parents felt more comfortable managing childhood aggression after viewing the program.
  • Approximately 75% of parents in both groups showed increased willingness to discuss child behavior and discipline with their pediatrician.

Conclusions:

  • The "Play Nicely" program is well-received by parents during well-child visits.
  • Pediatrician-led delivery of aggression management education can enhance parental confidence and communication.
  • Integrating such educational materials into routine care supports childhood violence prevention efforts.

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