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Stewart L Einfeld1, Bruce J Tonge, Kristina S Clarke
1Brain & Mind Research Institute, University of Sydney, Australia. stewart.einfeld@sydney.edu.au
Current Opinion in Psychiatry
|March 16, 2013
Summary
Behavioral and parent training interventions effectively reduce behavior problems in children with developmental disabilities. However, research on early intervention and prevention remains limited, necessitating further effectiveness studies.
Area of Science:
- Developmental Psychology
- Behavioral Science
- Pediatric Health
Background:
- Children with developmental disabilities often exhibit behavior problems.
- Early intervention and prevention are crucial for improving outcomes.
- Evidence-based strategies are needed to support these children and their families.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review recent evidence (2011-2013) on early intervention and prevention for children with developmental disabilities and behavior problems.
- To discuss recent advances in the field.
- To highlight future research directions.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of studies published between 2011 and 2013.
- Synthesis of findings on behavioral and parent training interventions.
- Identification of gaps in current research.
Main Results:
- Antecedent interventions and skills training effectively reduce behavior problems.
- Parent training shows preliminary effectiveness in various formats.
- Behavioral interventions are useful for children with genetic causes of disability.
Conclusions:
- Behavioral and parent training interventions are effective for reducing behavior problems.
- Research on prevention and early intervention is still scarce.
- Further large-scale dissemination and effectiveness studies in applied settings are needed.
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