Citation

Bernazzani O, CÙtÈ C, Tremblay RE. Am. J. Prev. Med. 2001; 578(1): 90-103.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2001, Elsevier Publishing)

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Abstract

Early forms of disruptive behaviors in children often leading to juvenile delinquency are associated with poor parenting skills. Thus early intervention programs targeting parenting skills may have an important impact on disruptive behaviors in children. The objective of this review was to assess the impact of early parenting and home visitation programs on behavior problems and delinquency in children. Selected trials were identified using electronic databases and relevant reviews. The following selection criteria were used: (1) the intervention involved the provision of parent training to families with a child age 3, and (2) the design was a randomized or quasi-experimental trial. Overall, of the seven trials identified, only three reported some beneficial effects on disruptive behavior or delinquency. Due to the limited number of adequately designed studies, caution is recommended in the interpretation of available results. Numerous well-designed early prevention experiments specifically targeting disruptive behaviors and delinquency should be initiated. (Abstract Adapted from Source: The Annals of the American Academy of Political and Social Science, 2001. Copyright © 2001 by SAGE Publications)

Program Effectiveness
Program Evaluation
Prevention Program
Early Childhood Intervention
Juvenile Delinquency
Delinquency Prevention
Child Behavior
Child Problem Behavior
Behavior Intervention
Behavior Prevention
Parent Training
Parenting Skills
Home Visitation
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