Using Group-Based Parent Training Interventions with Parents of Children with Disabilities: A Description of Process, Content and Outcomes in Clinical Practice

Authors: Todd, Samantha¹; Bromley, Jo²; Ioannou, Korina³; Harrison, James⁴; Mellor, Christine¹; Taylor, Eric⁵; Crabtree, Elizabeth⁶

Source: Child and Adolescent Mental Health, Volume 15, Number 3, September 2010 , pp. 171-175(5)

Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell

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Abstract:

Background:

There is a need for further development and evaluation of group-based parent- training interventions for parents of children with disabilities. This paper describes interventions delivered in two areas of Greater Manchester. Method:

The process and content of an approach designed for parents of children with learning disabilities and autistic spectrum disorders is described. Results:

Clinical outcome data for 22 parents/carers are presented. Client feedback about the course is also reported. Conclusions:

The data suggest that this intervention is effective in reducing the frequency and impact of children's challenging behaviours, and improving parental psychological well-being. More rigorous and extensive evaluation is required.

Keywords: Parent-training; parenting groups; learning disabilities; autism

Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1475-3588.2009.00553.x

Affiliations: 1: The Winnicott Centre, Hathersage Road, Manchester, M13 0JE, UK., Email: sam.todd@nhs.net 2: Carol Kendrick Centre, Baguley, Manchester M23 9XD, UK 3: Zochonis Building, University of Manchester, Manchester M13 9PL, UK 4: Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services, Royal Bolton Hospital, Bolton BL4 0JR, UK 5: Castle Hill Centre, Bolton, BL2 2JW, UK 6: Learning Disability Team, Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust, Mulberry House, Alder Road, Liverpool L12 2A, UK