Parental engagement in preventive parenting programs for child mental health: a systematic review of predictors and strategies to increase engagement.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Child mental health problems are now recognised as a key public health concern. Parenting programs have been developed as one solution to reduce children's risk of developing mental health problems. However, their potential for widespread dissemination is hindered by low parental engagement, which includes intent to enrol, enrolment, and attendance. To increase parental engagement in preventive parenting programs, we need a better understanding of the predictors of engagement, and the strategies that can be used to enhance engagement.

Method

Employing a PRISMA method, we conducted a systematic review of the predictors of parent engagement and engagement enhancement strategies in preventive parenting programs. Key inclusion criteria included: (1) the intervention i

SUBMITTER: Finan SJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5926551 | biostudies-literature | 2018

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature