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Patty Leijten1, Geertjan Overbeek, Jan M A M Janssens
1Department of Developmental Psychology, Utrecht University, Heidelberglaan 1, 3584 CS Utrecht, The Netherlands. p.h.o.leijten@uu.nl
The Parents and Children Talking Together (PCTT) program improved parenting skills and reduced behavior problems in children. It was most effective for families with higher socioeconomic status and older adolescents.
Area of Science:
- Child Psychology
- Family Studies
- Behavioral Science
Background:
- Parenting difficulties can lead to child behavior problems.
- Effective parenting strategies are crucial for child development.
- Parent training programs aim to enhance parental skills.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of the Parents and Children Talking Together (PCTT) program.
- To assess the program's impact on parents' communication, problem-solving, and disciplining skills.
- To identify factors influencing the program's effectiveness.
Main Methods:
- Randomized controlled trial with 78 families.
- Multi-informant and multi-method data collection.
- Intention-to-treat analysis with immediate posttest evaluation.
Main Results:
- PCTT significantly improved parents' communication and problem-solving skills.
- The program reduced dysfunctional disciplining behavior in conflict situations.
- Intervention effects were strongest for higher SES families and parents of 14-16 year olds.
Conclusions:
- The PCTT program is effective in enhancing parenting skills and reducing child behavior issues.
- Socioeconomic status and child's age are important moderators of intervention effectiveness.
- Targeted parent training can yield significant positive outcomes for families.
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