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Parent-mediated intervention: adherence and adverse effects.

David McConnell¹, Miriam Parakkal, Amber Savage

¹Family and Disability Studies Initiative, Rehabilitation Medicine, University of Alberta , Alberta , Canada and.

Disability and Rehabilitation

|July 31, 2014

Summary

Parents implementing home-based therapy for children with disabilities succeed when regimens are integrated into daily routines. Sacrificing personal time for therapy negatively impacts family well-being, highlighting the need for supportive integration strategies.

Keywords:

Developmental disability family-centered care home programs parent therapy

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Area of Science:

Child Development
Family Studies
Rehabilitation Science

Background:

Parent-mediated interventions are increasingly utilized for children with disabilities.
Effective implementation of home-based therapy is crucial for treatment success.
Understanding the impact on family dynamics is essential for optimizing therapeutic outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

To examine how parents implement home-based therapy regimens for children with disabilities.
To investigate the association between parent implementation and overall family well-being.
To identify factors influencing successful integration of therapy into family life.

Main Methods:

A random sample of 538 families with children with disabilities in Alberta, Canada participated.
The Family Life Survey was used to collect data on child and family measures.
Parental implementation of home-based therapy regimens was assessed through survey items.

Main Results:

Therapeutic regimens are more readily implemented when integrated into existing daily activities and routines.
Parents who must "find a slot" for therapy often sacrifice personal leisure, work, and family time.
Increased parental sacrifices were negatively correlated with family well-being.

Conclusions:

Family well-being is foundational for child well-being, requiring adequate resources to manage care demands.
Utilizing parents as interventionists can strain family resources.
Rehabilitation professionals should consider the benefits and drawbacks of parent-mediated interventions, prioritizing the integration of therapy into everyday family routines.