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Louis D Brown1, Adeniyi A Adeboye2, Rafeek A Yusuf2
1The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth), School of Public Health, 1851 Wiggins Way, HSN 486, El Paso, TX, 79968, United States.
Evaluation and Program Planning
|April 16, 2018
Summary
A simulated parent-led support group (PSG) increased parents' intentions to attend, particularly for Hispanic participants. However, actual attendance remained low, suggesting this strategy may need further integration for vulnerable populations.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Parenting Interventions
- Health Disparities
Background:
- Parenting interventions offer proven benefits but struggle with low engagement, especially in vulnerable populations.
- Low engagement hinders the reach and effectiveness of crucial parenting support programs.
- Addressing engagement barriers is vital for reducing educational and health disparities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To test a simulated parent-led support group (PSG) recruitment strategy to boost attendance intentions.
- To examine sociodemographic factors influencing the recruitment strategy's effectiveness and PSG engagement.
- To evaluate the impact of a simulated PSG on intentions and subsequent attendance in a low-income, minority sample.
Main Methods:
- A theoretically grounded study involving 95 participants from predominantly low-income, minority backgrounds.
- Pre- and post-simulation surveys measured intentions to attend a PSG.
- A 2-month follow-up assessed actual PSG attendance or planning meetings.
Main Results:
- Intentions to attend a PSG significantly increased post-simulation (Cohen's d = 1.15), with a notable effect among Hispanic participants.
- Despite increased intentions, actual PSG attendance within 2 months was low (13%).
- The simulation positively impacted intentions but did not fully translate to sustained attendance.
Conclusions:
- Simulated PSGs show promise for increasing initial engagement intentions in parenting interventions.
- This strategy may be a valuable component of broader efforts to engage vulnerable populations.
- Further research and integrated strategies are needed to overcome persistent attendance barriers in parenting interventions.
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