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Implementation and evaluation of a parenting program to prevent child maltreatment in Suriname

Inger W van der Kooij1, Shandra Bipat2, Frits Boer1

  • 1Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam.

The American Journal of Orthopsychiatry
|August 18, 2017
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The Lobi Mi Pikin (LMP) parenting program significantly reduced child behavioral problems and corporal punishment (CP) in Suriname. This pilot study shows LMP

Area of Science:

  • Child development
  • Public health
  • Psychology

Background:

  • Child maltreatment is a global health concern and a violation of children's rights.
  • Parenting programs exist globally but are absent in Suriname.
  • Suriname lacks specific interventions for preventing child maltreatment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To implement the Lobi Mi Pikin (LMP) parenting program in Suriname.
  • To evaluate the program's effects on corporal punishment (CP) and child behavioral problems.
  • To assess changes in parenting styles and positive parenting behaviors.

Main Methods:

  • A pilot study involving 70 parents-caregivers of children aged 3-12 with externalizing behaviors.
  • Implementation of a structured 5-week Lobi Mi Pikin (LMP) parenting program.
  • Pre- and post-treatment assessments using the Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire and Parental Behavior Scale.

Main Results:

  • Significant reductions in total child difficulties and conduct problems.
  • Moderate reductions in hyperactivity and emotional problems.
  • Moderate to large increases in positive parenting behaviors and a small decrease in CP.

Conclusions:

  • Preliminary evidence suggests the LMP program is effective for parent training in Suriname.
  • LMP can guide efforts to reduce CP and promote positive parenting.
  • The program shows potential for preventing child maltreatment in the Surinamese context.

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