Bridging access and impact: primary care parenting intervention reduces early behavior problems in both virtual and in-person delivery modes.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Early childhood behavior problems are common and linked to adverse outcomes, including risk of maltreatment. Child-Adult Relationship Enhancement in primary care (PriCARE) is an evidence-based group parenting program delivered in pediatric primary care to reduce disruptive behaviors and strengthen caregiver-child relationships. In-person RCTs have demonstrated the efficacy of PriCARE, but barriers such as workforce shortages, transportation issues, and limited behavioral health infrastructure restrict access. Virtual delivery offers a potential solution, yet its effectiveness relative to in-person delivery is not well established.

Objective

To evaluate the effectiveness of virtual PriCARE in improving child behavioral outcomes and compare these outcomes with those

SUBMITTER: Andom F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12932534 | biostudies-literature | 2026

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature