PARENT-CHILD RELATIONS

This study tested a special intensive therapy program for children aged 2-6 with severe brain damage or cerebral palsy. The program aimed to improve the child's daily living skills and help parents feel more empowered. 93 families took part, and researchers measured changes in th…

This study tested whether offering small financial rewards to parents helps them brush their young children's teeth more often. 244 families with children in Early Head Start programs took part. The goal was to see if this approach could prevent cavities by improving toothbrushin…

This study tested an online parenting program called Family Check-Up Online for rural families where a parent may misuse opioids or other substances. About 356 parents of young children (18 months to 5 years) took part. The program aimed to improve parenting skills, reduce stress…

This study tested an online program called HomeStyles-2 that helps parents create a healthier home environment for their children aged 6 to 11. The program focuses on improving diet, physical activity, and sleep habits to reduce the risk of childhood obesity. About 459 families p…

This study tested a mobile app designed to help Chinese parents of children with autism. The app provided knowledge, skills, and mindfulness training over 6 weeks. Researchers wanted to see if the app was easy to use and if it could reduce parental stress and improve well-being. …

This study tested a program to help children aged 8 to 14 from single-parent, low-income, or left-behind families in Shenzhen improve their emotional regulation. 183 children took part in four group sessions and a booster session. The program aimed to teach better coping strategi…

This study tested a 6-week mobile app designed to help parents of children with autism feel less stressed and more confident. Over 850 parents in Hong Kong used the app, which taught skills and mindfulness. The goal was to see if the app could reduce anxiety and depression in par…

This study tested a brief program called AFFEKT for parents of children aged 6-12 with challenging behaviors like acting out. About 200 parents took part, comparing the program plus basic education to education alone. The goal was to see if AFFEKT helps improve children's behavio…

This study tested a 6-week nurse-led program delivered through a smartphone app to help breastfeeding women manage breast and nipple pain. About 250 new mothers who intended to breastfeed participated. The program provided education, skills, and text-based support from a nurse to…

This study tested a program where community health nurses taught parents how to respond sensitively to their baby's needs. The goal was to reduce mental health problems and support healthy weight in infants showing early signs of difficulty. About 406 families took part, and the …

This study tested a program called ODISEA-T that helps parents and caregivers who have experienced trauma. The program combines therapy with video feedback to improve parenting skills and reduce stress. 153 families took part, and researchers measured changes in parenting, emotio…

This study tested a coaching program for 306 parents of children aged 1.5 to 4.5 years with suspected or confirmed developmental delays. The program included a personal coach, online tools, and a peer support network. Researchers measured whether this approach improved parents' s…

This study tested an online parenting training program called GenerationPMTO to help prevent behavior problems in children. Researchers worked with 94 parents and primary care providers to see if the program was easy to access and effective. The goal was to improve parenting skil…

This study tested whether a music enrichment program could improve parent-child bonding, reduce a baby's motivation for food (linked to obesity risk), and boost language development. Eighteen families with infants aged 9-24 months from low-income backgrounds were randomly assigne…

This study looked at whether a family therapy program originally done in person could work over video calls for teens involved with child welfare and their parents. About 93 teens and their caregivers took part. The goal was to see if the program helped them communicate better an…

This study tested a video coaching program called FIND for 160 low-income caregivers with children aged 12-36 months. The program aims to improve responsive caregiving and child development by recording and reviewing parent-child interactions. Researchers measured parenting stres…

This study tested a program that includes expectant fathers in prenatal care to help young couples prepare for parenthood. 216 couples took part in online education, co-parenting support, and job help. The goal was to improve relationship skills, parenting confidence, and infant …

This study tested a German questionnaire about how parents and children (ages 10-18) communicate. Researchers looked at whether communication quality relates to teens' physical and mental health. They followed up after two years to see if early communication patterns predicted la…