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Parenting and child mental health
Rachael Ryan1, Christine O'Farrelly1, Paul Ramchandani1,2
1The Centre for Psychiatry, Department of Medicine, Imperial College London, London, UK.
London Journal of Primary Care
|November 29, 2017
Summary
Early intervention through parenting programmes can prevent childhood behaviour problems. These evidence-based strategies support parents and improve children
Area of Science:
- Child Psychology
- Developmental Psychology
- Public Health
Background:
- Child behaviour problems are common, with 30% of GP consultations addressing them.
- Early identification of behaviour problems in infancy and toddlerhood is crucial.
- Parenting quality is a significant factor in child development and amenable to intervention.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the effectiveness of widely used parenting programmes for young children.
- To highlight resources for primary care practitioners supporting families.
- To critically evaluate early intervention strategies for preventing enduring behavioural issues.
Main Methods:
- Review of six widely evaluated and available parenting programmes in the UK.
- Inclusion of NICE-recommended programmes (Incredible Years, Triple P).
- Examination of programmes for different age groups (Parent-Infant Psychotherapy, Family Nurse Partnership) and video feedback interventions.
Main Results:
- Several effective parenting programmes exist, offering tiered and flexible approaches.
- Programmes like Incredible Years and Triple P are recommended for school-aged children.
- Interventions such as Parent-Infant Psychotherapy and video feedback target younger children and parent-child interactions.
Conclusions:
- Parenting programmes are effective in intercepting behaviour problems in early childhood.
- Early intervention is key to preventing long-term negative impacts on children's life chances.
- Supporting parents is a critical strategy for improving child mental health outcomes.
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