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Key Theoretical Frameworks for Intervention: Understanding and Promoting Behavior Change in Parent-Infant Feeding Choices in a Low-Income Population
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Brophy-Herb, Holly E.; Silk, Kami; Horodynski, Mildred A.; Mercer, Laura; Olson, Beth – Journal of Primary Prevention, 2009
The early introduction of solids to infants is a risk factor associated with later health problems including allergies, overweight, and diabetes. The Infant Feeding Series (TIFS), a newly designed curriculum that promotes the appropriate transition to solids through parenting education and behavior change among low-income mothers, used the Theory…
Descriptors: Mothers, Self Efficacy, Prevention, Behavior Modification
Using Research Evidence to Inform and Evaluate Early Childhood Intervention Practices
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Dunst, Carl J.; Trivette, Carol M. – Topics in Early Childhood Special Education, 2009
This article includes descriptions of a process used to conduct practice-based research syntheses and the manner in which synthesis findings are used to inform and evaluate early childhood intervention practices. The main focus of a practice-based research synthesis is the unbundling of an intervention practice to identify those practice…
Descriptors: Early Intervention, Educational Research, Instructional Effectiveness, Program Effectiveness
Enhancing Parenting Practices of At-Risk Mothers
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Akai, Carol E.; Guttentag, Cathy L.; Baggett, Kathleen M.; Noria, Christine C. Willard – Journal of Primary Prevention, 2008
This study evaluated the effectiveness of an intervention designed to improve early parenting by increasing understanding of infant developmental needs and promoting maternal responsiveness as indicated by increased positive behavior support for infants and decreased psychological control. At-risk mothers were randomly assigned to control or…
Descriptors: Intervention, Mothers, Parenting Styles, Child Rearing
Relationship of Infant Psychobiological Development to Infant Intervention Programs.
Gardner, Judith M.; And Others – Journal of Children in Contemporary Society, 1984
The benefits of infant intervention programs depend on their appropriateness to the characteristics of the baby, the environment, and the transactions between them. For healthy, normal infants, intervention will be superfluous at best. A basic prerequisite for designing any intervention program is an understanding of the fundamental importance of…
Descriptors: Child Psychology, Developmental Stages, Early Childhood Education, Infant Behavior
An Empirical Comparison of Formulas Evaluating Early Intervention Program Impact on Development.
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Rosenberg, Steven A.; And Others – Exceptional Children, 1987
The study evaluated developmental progress in three groups of infants (9-30 months) presenting Down syndrome (n=28), mild disability (n=16), or moderate/severe disabilities (n=16). To evaluate intervention impact, formulas that measure rate of development and change in rate of development were computed. Findings indicated rate change formulas were…
Descriptors: Child Development, Developmental Programs, Developmental Stages, Downs Syndrome
Impact of Early Education on School Performance and Productivity.
Weikart, David P. – 1996
This report examines how early educational opportunities affect child development and eventually adult productivity. The report also discusses some implications for developing countries. The effectiveness of educational programs for infants to 2.5-year-olds has not yet been demonstrated. However programs that ensure health, nutrition,…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, At Risk Persons, Child Development, Cost Effectiveness