Effectiveness of Stepping Stones Triple P for Children with Mild Intellectual Disability
Author Information
Author(s): Kleefman Marijke, Jansen Daniëlle EMC, Reijneveld Sijmen A
Primary Institution: University Medical Center Groningen, University of Groningen
Hypothesis
Does the Stepping Stones Triple P parenting program effectively reduce psychosocial problems in children with mild intellectual disabilities compared to care as usual?
Conclusion
The study aims to provide evidence on the effectiveness of the Stepping Stones Triple P program in reducing psychosocial problems in children with mild intellectual disabilities.
Supporting Evidence
- Children with mild intellectual disabilities often face psychosocial problems.
- Improving parenting skills can reduce both child psychosocial problems and parental stress.
- Stepping Stones Triple P is designed to enhance parenting knowledge and skills.
Takeaway
This study is trying to see if a special parenting program can help kids with mild intellectual disabilities feel better and have less trouble at home and school.
Methodology
The study will be a Randomised Controlled Trial comparing the Stepping Stones Triple P program to Care as Usual, with assessments before, immediately after, and six months after the intervention.
Potential Biases
There may be risks of selection and allocation bias, as well as potential biases due to non-response from parents with lower incomes or more family problems.
Limitations
Potential selective dropout and non-response may bias results, and the follow-up period is short at six months.
Participant Demographics
Parents of children aged 5-12 years with an IQ of 50-85, living in the Northern provinces of the Netherlands.
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