PARENTING

This study tested a parenting support program called ODISEA-T to see if it helps caregivers improve their parenting skills and emotional health, which could reduce the risk of child maltreatment. It involved 153 parents and caregivers in Chile who were already part of family supp…

This study tested whether a smartphone app could help parents at risk for adversity. For four weeks, 24 parents received daily text messages with parenting tips and answered questions about their mood and interactions with their child. Researchers wanted to see if these in-the-mo…

This study tested a program called 'Wakȟáŋyeža' (Little Holy One) designed to support Native American families. It aimed to help caregivers manage stress and trauma, improve their parenting skills, and promote healthy emotional development in their young children (ages 2-5). The …

This study tested whether providing digital tools to community health workers and giving cash payments to families could improve early childhood development in Tanzania. It involved over 3,500 pregnant women across 258 health centers. Researchers compared standard care against a …

This study tested a new way to help young expectant parents prepare for their baby by including fathers in prenatal care. The program offered online education on infant care, relationship skills, and job support to 216 young couples. Researchers wanted to see if this approach lea…

This study tested an online parenting program for rural parents who misuse opioids or other substances. It aimed to improve parenting skills, reduce stress, and help prevent future substance use problems in both parents and their young children. Researchers compared the online pr…

This study tested a program in pediatric clinics to help low-income parents support their child's early development and school readiness. Researchers combined two approaches: video coaching during doctor visits and optional home visits for families needing extra support. They fol…

This study tested whether a simple educational program given to parents during routine pediatric check-ups could help prevent harmful childhood experiences. Researchers worked with 576 parents of children aged 2-10 to see if providing information about positive discipline and chi…

This study tested three different ways to deliver a parenting program designed for military families after a parent returns from deployment. Researchers wanted to see if a web-based, group-based, or telehealth format worked best to improve parenting skills and prevent negative ou…

This study tested two different 8-week virtual group programs designed to help parents of children with learning and attention difficulties. The goal was to see if these programs were practical and acceptable for reducing stress and improving parents' well-being. Researchers comp…

This study tested a virtual group program called 'Tuning in to Kids' for parents of young children with congenital heart disease. The program taught parents skills to help their children understand and manage emotions, aiming to improve the children's emotional and behavioral wel…

This study tested whether a 22-week online parenting program could help families of young children (ages 3-7) with genetic abnormalities and related developmental or behavioral challenges. Fifty-three families were randomly assigned to either participate in the weekly group sessi…

This study tested whether a special coaching program could help parents of young children (ages 1.5 to 4.5) who have or are at risk for developmental delays. The program combined a personal coach, online education tools, and peer support. Researchers wanted to see if this approac…

This study tested a special support program for pregnant women who have recently experienced violence from a partner. The program aimed to help improve the mothers' mental health, reduce their risk of further violence, and support better parenting and infant development. Research…

This program tested whether online workshops delivered over Zoom could help couples improve their relationships, parenting skills, and financial support for their children. Over 1,000 low-income couples with children in the Bronx participated. Researchers measured changes in rela…

This study tested whether adding text message reminders and easier access to community resources to a standard reading program could help improve language and social skills in young children from low-income Latino families. Researchers worked with 662 parent-child pairs from comm…

This study tested a program called HERO Dads, designed to help low-income fathers who don't live with their children. The program offered workshops on parenting, managing relationships and anger, and finding jobs. Researchers measured if the program improved fathers' involvement …