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Study protocol: evaluation of a parenting and stress management programme: a randomised controlled trial of Triple P

Melanie L Palmer1, Marion Henderson, Matthew R Sanders

  • 1Medical Research Council/Chief Scientist Office Social and Public Health Sciences Unit, University of Glasgow, 4 Lilybank Gardens, Glasgow G12 8RZ, United Kingdom. mpalmer@sphsu.mrc.ac.uk.

BMC Public Health
|September 27, 2013
PubMed

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This study protocol outlines a randomized controlled trial investigating a combined parenting and mental health intervention for parents of young children. The research aims to improve parenting practices and parental mental health, potentially informing future support policies.

Area of Science:

  • Child Psychology
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Child psychosocial problems are linked to negative developmental outcomes.
  • Parenting programs are recommended for child psychosocial issues, but parental mental health also requires attention.
  • Parental mental health impacts parenting practices, child development, and treatment effectiveness.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the protocol for a randomized controlled trial evaluating a combined parenting and mental health intervention.
  • To examine the effects of "Triple P Discussion Groups" and "Stress Control" on parenting and parental mental health.
  • To provide evidence for the efficacy of integrated interventions for parents and their children.

Main Methods:

  • Randomized controlled trial design with parents of children aged 3-8 years.
  • Intervention group receiving "Triple P Discussion Groups" and "Stress Control" compared to a waitlist control group.
  • Primary outcomes: changes in parenting practices and parental depression, anxiety, and stress symptoms; secondary outcomes include child behavior and parental self-efficacy.

Main Results:

  • N/A - This is a study protocol, results are pending.
  • N/A - This is a study protocol, results are pending.
  • N/A - This is a study protocol, results are pending.

Conclusions:

  • The study protocol describes a randomized controlled trial for a combined parenting and mental health intervention.
  • Evidence from this trial will inform policy on parenting support and mental health services for parents.
  • This research addresses the critical need for integrated support for parents facing psychosocial challenges.
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