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Getting with the (evidence-based) program: An evaluation of the Incredible Years Parenting Training Program in child welfare

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  • Marcynyszyn, Lyscha A.
  • Maher, Erin J.
  • Corwin, Tyler W.

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This study evaluates four group sessions of the Incredible Years (IY) Parenting Training Program used for the first-time in two child welfare agencies in New York State. Few studies have examined process and evaluation outcomes of evidence-based parenting programs in child welfare. Qualitative staff interviews and surveys on parenting behaviors were used to examine program processes, improvements in parenting behaviors, and participant satisfaction. Program participation was associated with less parental distress, defensive responding, dysfunctional parent-child interactions, child difficulty, total stress, and greater empathy and social support. The effectiveness of this evidence-based, parent education program in the context of a child welfare population, as well as implementation challenges and recommendations, are discussed.

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  • Marcynyszyn, Lyscha A. & Maher, Erin J. & Corwin, Tyler W., 2011. "Getting with the (evidence-based) program: An evaluation of the Incredible Years Parenting Training Program in child welfare," Children and Youth Services Review, Elsevier, vol. 33(5), pages 747-757, May.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:cysrev:v:33:y:2011:i:5:p:747-757
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