Evaluation of a home-based parenting support programme-Parenting Young Children-For parents with intellectual and

Marie Holmefur1, Tommie Forslund2, Eva Randell2

  • 1School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health, Örebro University, Örebro, Sweden.

Plos One
|February 10, 2025
PubMed

Insights

This study evaluates the Parenting Young Children (PYC) program for parents with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDDs). Findings will inform support for IDD parenting skills and child well-being.

Area of Science:

  • Developmental Psychology
  • Special Education
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Parents with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDDs) require tailored parenting support.
  • Few evidence-based programs exist for this population.
  • The Parenting Young Children (PYC) program is a home-based intervention for parents with IDDs.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of the PYC program in improving parenting for parents with IDDs.
  • To assess the impact of PYC on parenting skills, parental self-efficacy, and child mental health.
  • To explore parent and child perspectives on the PYC program.

Main Methods:

  • Mixed-methods study employing a multi-centre, pretest-posttest design.
  • Quantitative data collection on goal attainment in parenting skills, parental self-efficacy, and child mental health.
  • Qualitative data collection through interviews with parents and children.

Main Results:

  • The study aims to determine if the PYC program leads to measurable improvements in parenting outcomes.
  • Analysis will examine changes in parenting skills, self-efficacy, and child mental health.
  • Participant interviews will provide insights into the perceived benefits and challenges of the PYC program.

Conclusions:

  • The findings will provide evidence on the efficacy of the PYC program for parents with IDDs.
  • Results will inform the development and dissemination of adapted parenting support programs.
  • This research contributes to improving outcomes for families with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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