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  • Developmental Psychology
  • Intervention Science

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  • Limited systematic evaluations exist for father engagement programs, particularly for low-income minority families.
  • Effective interventions are crucial for supporting family relationships and child development in diverse populations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of different father engagement programs on family outcomes.
  • To compare the impact of fathers-only groups versus couples' groups.

Main Methods:

  • 289 low-income Mexican American and European American couples were randomly assigned to fathers' groups, couples' groups, or an informational meeting.
  • Intervention outcomes were assessed over an 18-month period.
  • Key outcome measures included father engagement, couple relationship quality, and child behavior.

Main Results:

  • Intervention families demonstrated improved father engagement, relationship quality, and reduced child problem behaviors compared to the control group.
  • Couples' groups yielded more consistent and sustained positive effects than fathers-only groups.
  • Intervention benefits were consistent across various family structures, income levels, and ethnicities.

Conclusions:

  • Family-focused interventions, especially those involving couples, are effective in enhancing father engagement and improving child outcomes.
  • These findings have significant implications for family policy and the design of evidence-based parenting programs.