TOPIC: The design of a temperament-based parenting program for inner-city families. PROBLEM: Selective intervention parenting programs are needed for children who are at high risk for developing behavioral problems. Planning should incorporate cultural considerations to ensure the program meets needs. METHODS: A pilot study to assess psychometrics of instruments, obtain preliminary date, test feasibility, and verify appropriateness of the intervention. Reports of child temperament, behavior problems, and maternal distress were obtained from a sample of 244 inner-city mothers of school-age children. FINDINGS: The three instruments showed adequate reliability with this sample. Attendance rate was 92% for the 18 mothers who participated in the parenting intervention. Focus groups supported the content of the program. CONCLUSIONS: A pilot study can assist nurses to plan an intervention that responds appropriately to the specific strengths and needs of the community.
TOPIC: The design of a temperament-based parenting program for inner-city families. PROBLEM: Selective intervention parenting programs are needed for children who are at high risk for developing behavioral problems. Planning should incorporate cultural considerations to ensure the program meets needs. METHODS: A pilot study to assess psychometrics of instruments, obtain preliminary date, test feasibility, and verify appropriateness of the intervention. Reports of child temperament, behavior problems, and maternal distress were obtained from a sample of 244 inner-city mothers of school-age children. FINDINGS: The three instruments showed adequate reliability with this sample. Attendance rate was 92% for the 18 mothers who participated in the parenting intervention. Focus groups supported the content of the program. CONCLUSIONS: A pilot study can assist nurses to plan an intervention that responds appropriately to the specific strengths and needs of the community.
Authors: Katherine T Baum; Anna W Byars; Ton J deGrauw; Cynthia S Johnson; Susan M Perkins; David W Dunn; John E Bates; Joan K Austin Journal: Epilepsy Behav Date: 2007-01-30 Impact factor: 2.937