A quasi-experimental effectiveness evaluation of the 'Incredible Years Toddler' parenting programme on children's development aged 5: A study protocol.

ABSTRACT: Child behavioural and mental health problems have become a public health crisis. The consequences of poor mental health in childhood have large economic costs and consequences for the individual, their families, and for society. Early intervention through parenting programmes can reduce the onset of poor mental health in childhood, hence evaluating the effectiveness of parenting programmes is critical. The 'Incredible Years Toddler' parent programme is an education and training intervention designed to enhance the social and emotional wellbeing of children aged 1-3 years. Whilst previous studies show Incredible Years Toddler to provide promising effects on child outcomes in the short term, the research samples have lacked ethnic diversity and representation from socioeconomically deprived

SUBMITTER: Mooney KE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10529533 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature