There is a need for research to evaluate the feasibility and efficacy of alternative delivery methods to make evidence-based parenting programs more accessible to parents of teenagers. This study aimed to test the efficacy of a 2-h parenting discussion group for parents of adolescents experiencing family conflict. It was hypothesised that parents…

Purpose: We studied whether physical activity (PA) counseling for parents influenced the level of parental support of children's PA and leisure-time PA in children of different levels of initial parental support. We hypothesized that the initial level of parental support would moderate the intervention efficacy. Method: Children (n = 44,…

We examined the extent to which fathers can be taught and encouraged to develop positive relationships with their children, especially in infancy, and the effects of this fathering intervention on infant development. A multifaceted relationally focused intervention was used to assist fathers in Vietnam to engage in responsive direct and indirect…

The purpose of the present study was to give voice to fathers of young adult children diagnosed with schizophrenia within the past 10 years. A qualitative, phenomenological method was used to explore and describe the fathering experiences of the 6 volunteer participants. The findings suggest that mental health professionals should recognize the…

Parents sometimes present their children for counseling with the hope that counselors can resolve or ameliorate their children's "pathology." Often what is presented or understood by parents as the individual pathology of children in fact has a relational component involving parental interactions with the children. However, some parents may…

A positive attitude is necessary when parenting a child with disabilities. Among principles which help parents cope are: never underestimate the child's potential; find and follow positive mentors; keep in mind the feelings and needs of other family members; remember to consider what's been accomplished; and maintain a sense of humor. (CB)

The paper considers the nature of support and counseling needed by parents of emotionally disturbed/behavior disordered adolescents. Seven potential areas of conflict for the adolescent are identified and explained with the intention of providing parents with greater understanding of their children's lives. Crises are explained to include conflict…

Approximately 50 citations (1974-1976) are contained in the annotated bibliography on attitudes of and counseling for parents of handicapped children. The information is said to have been drawn from volume eight of Exceptional Child Education Resources. Entries are arranged by accession number and usually include information on author, title,…

A selection of four papers from those presented at the CEC Northwest Regional Conference (Vancouver, British Columbia, October 21-24, 1970) deals with the involvement of parents in school programs. Beryl Gridley briefly skims the area of work with parents of exceptional children while Vera Brinson details work with parents of preschoolers. Ila…

Problems experienced by parents of gifted children are described, indicating the need for parental counseling in the areas of expectations, discipline, favoritism, family values, and balanced development. A framework for parental guidance is proposed, with four dimensions: overall development, particular developmental needs, communication, and…

Offers a consultation model designed to assist school counselors in their contact with parents. Acknowledges that time constraints, parental resistance, and administrative philosophies all affect a counselor's ability to work with families on a regular basis in a counseling setting, but points out the benefits of this approach. (Author/ABB)

Describes a communications skills program oriented toward both parents and their children used effectively in the elementary setting (Grades 4-6). (HMV)

The author discusses some of the needs of the single parent and tells how Parents Without Partners attempts to meet those needs. Recent changes and innovations are given particular attention. (Editor)

The program described in this article examined the impact of parental group counseling in the reading performance of underachieving students. (MM)

Written in question and answer form, the guide for parents of mentally handicapped children provides information in the areas of health and medical concerns, assessment of the child's mental ability, parent-child-family relationships, education, psychological and psychiatric adjustments of both child and parent, improving communication, and…