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Comparing an Emotion- and a Behavior-Focused Parenting Program as Part of a Multsystemic Intervention for Child
Melissa E Duncombe1, Sophie S Havighurst2, Christiane E Kehoe2
1a School of Psychological Sciences , University of Melbourne.
Summary
This study found that multisystemic early intervention effectively reduced child conduct problems. Both emotion- and behavior-focused parenting programs showed equal effectiveness, with child age and parent well-being influencing outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Child Psychology
- Developmental Psychology
- Intervention Science
Background:
- Conduct problems in children are a significant concern.
- Early intervention is crucial for addressing disruptive behaviors.
- Parenting programs can be tailored to address emotional or behavioral aspects.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate a multisystemic early intervention for children's conduct problems.
- To compare emotion-focused and behavior-focused parenting programs.
- To identify moderators of intervention effectiveness.
Main Methods:
- Cluster randomized group design with three conditions (two parenting programs and a control).
- 320 children aged 4-9 with disruptive behavior problems.
- Parent, teacher, and child assessments at preintervention and 6-month follow-up.
Main Results:
- The multisystemic intervention was effective compared to the control group.
- Both emotion- and behavior-focused parenting programs equally reduced child conduct problems.
- Child age and parent psychological well-being moderated intervention outcomes.
Conclusions:
- Multisystemic early intervention is effective for child conduct problems.
- Both emotion- and behavior-focused parenting programs offer viable options.
- Intervention choice can be informed by child age and parent psychological well-being.
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