PARENT-CHILD RELATIONS

This study tested a Norwegian intensive habilitation program for 93 children aged 2-6 with severe cerebral palsy or similar brain damage. The program aimed to improve the child's daily functioning and give parents more confidence and skills. Researchers measured changes in the ch…

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 healthier home environments 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 pa…

This study tested whether offering small financial rewards to parents would encourage them to brush their young children's teeth more often, aiming to prevent cavities. 244 families with children in Early Head Start programs took part. Parents used a special Bluetooth toothbrush …

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 AFFEKT program plus basic education to education alone. The goal was to see if AFFEKT helps improve children's …

This study tested a 6-week mobile app designed to support Chinese parents of children with autism. The app provided knowledge, skills, and mindfulness training to reduce parental stress and anxiety. 852 parents took part, and researchers measured changes in stress, mood, and pare…

This study tested a coaching program for parents of young children (ages 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 wanted to see if this approach could help pare…

This study tested a 6-week nurse-led program to help breastfeeding women manage breast and nipple pain. About 250 new mothers who planned to breastfeed took part. The program used a smartphone app to teach pain management skills and offered support through text messaging. Results…

This study tested a program to help children aged 8 to 14 from single-parent, low-income, or left-behind families in Shenzhen better manage their emotions. The program involved four group sessions and one follow-up session. Researchers measured changes in emotional skills, happin…

This study tested a video coaching program called FIND for 160 low-income caregivers with children aged 12-36 months. The program aims to reduce parenting stress and improve child behavior by coaching caregivers on responsive interactions. Results may help families facing economi…

This study tested a 6-week mobile app designed to help Chinese parents of children with autism. The app provided knowledge, skills, and mindfulness training. Researchers wanted to see if the app was easy to use and if it could reduce parental stress and improve well-being. 40 par…

This study tested a new program for parents and their 9-10 month old babies who were showing early signs of developmental or behavioral challenges. The program, called VIPP-PUF, used video feedback during home visits to help parents become more sensitive to their baby's needs. Re…

This study tested a program called ODISEA-T that combines therapy and video feedback to help parents and caregivers who have experienced trauma. About 153 caregivers and their children took part. The goal was to see if the program could improve parenting skills, reduce stress, an…

This study tested a new way of providing prenatal care that includes both mothers and fathers. Over 200 young couples took part in online classes and counseling to improve their parenting skills, co-parenting relationship, and job readiness. The goal was to see if this approach h…

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 could be easily accessed and used. The goal was to improve parenting ski…

This study looked at whether a music enrichment program could improve how parents and babies interact, reduce a baby's motivation for food (which is linked to obesity risk), and improve the language environment at home. 18 families with infants aged 9-24 months from low-income ba…

This study tested 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 improved how they communicate and ha…

This study tested a German questionnaire about how parents and children (ages 10-18) communicate. Over 2,300 families took part, and researchers checked if communication quality was linked to teens' mental health and physical symptoms. Two years later, they followed up to see if …