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16-10-2017 | Original Paper

The Effectiveness of Parenting Programs for Incarcerated Mothers: A Systematic Review

Auteurs: Monique D. Tremblay, Jessica E. Sutherland

Gepubliceerd in: Journal of Child and Family Studies | Uitgave 12/2017

Abstract

There is evidence to suggest that maternal incarceration can have negative implications for children. Children in these families can be at greater risk for conduct problems and antisocial behavior, as well as school dropout and academic failure. Institution-based parenting programs represent one means of addressing the potential negative impacts of maternal incarceration on children’s wellbeing. Through parent training programs, mothers may develop skills and strategies to help their children cope with the challenges and stressors associated with incarceration. However, it is currently unclear whether parenting programs for mothers in these facilities have a positive effect on different parenting outcomes. We conducted a systematic search of several electronic databases using key search terms and identified sixteen treatment studies. The results suggest that in the short-term, corrections-based parenting programs are associated with positive effects on parenting behavior, parenting attitudes, and parenting knowledge. However, these programs appear to have no effect on parenting stress immediately post-treatment. Implications for practice and recommendations for future research are discussed.

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Titel: The Effectiveness of Parenting Programs for Incarcerated Mothers: A Systematic Review
Auteurs: Monique D. Tremblay
Jessica E. Sutherland
Publicatiedatum: 16-10-2017
Uitgeverij: Springer US
Gepubliceerd in: Journal of Child and Family Studies / Uitgave 12/2017
Print ISSN: 1062-1024
Elektronisch ISSN: 1573-2843
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10826-017-0900-8

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