Few studies have highlighted the perceptions of teachers and school staff carrying out an intervention about future parenthood at special upper secondary schools. The aim of the study was to explore the experiences of teachers and school staff when implementing an intervention using the Toolkit "Children--what does that involve?" and the…

Adolescents defined as at-risk typically lack healthy models of parenting and receive no parenthood education prior to assuming the parenting role. Unless a proactive approach is implemented, the cyclic pattern of dysfunctional parenting-- including higher rates of teen pregnancy, increased childhood abuse, low educational attainment,…

Having the ability to procreate does not ensure the ability to parent. Many offender mothers come to prison only to realize they are ill equipped to raise their children. After generations, devastated by abuse, single parenthood, neglect and poverty the offender mothers' worry their children will follow in their footsteps and eventually serve time…

The paper describes the background, planning and evaluation of a February 1985 conference in Vancouver, British Columbia, on teenage pregnancy and parenthood. The author concludes that the symposium demonstrated the effectiveness of a collaborative community approach to issues of sexuality. (CL)

Examined tasks mothers of adopted special-needs children undertook to prepare for parenthood. Found mothers engaged in tasks related to learning about the child and participating in training. Overall preparedness was positively associated with assessment of child and family functioning. Findings pose implications for adoption preparation programs.…

The authors describe a method for teaching parenting skills and helping students decide whether they want children by having them adopt a puppy or kitten for a 6-10 week period. They discuss how to use the pet adoption project in a family life education unit. (CH)

In Delaware, graduate student interns facilitate parenting programs for incarcerated fathers. Surveys indicated that participating inmates found them beneficial and increased their knowledge of parenting. Many moved toward more positive discipline. A longer time frame might produce more significant change. (SK)

Responds to Worobey and Brazelton's commentary on the author's assessment of a Brazelton-based newborn intervention by addressing two issues: (1) what the literature indicates with respect to this intervention technique, and (2) the significance of the process by which interventions are implemented. (HOD)

Describes personal parenting experiences with environmentally ethical decision making. Lists eight suggestions for dealing with dilemmas presented by the clash between environmental ideals and the reality of our environment. Provides an address for additional information. (MCO)

Examined effects of parenting courses (Parent Effectiveness Training or Systematic Training for Effective Parenting) on family relationships in 31 married couples. Found courses were generally seen as beneficial; revealed no perceived differences in the two courses. (Author/ABL)

Using a dictionary format, this book addresses many of the issues faced by parents. Following an introduction that defines "perfect parenting" and lists nine "perfect parenting keys," topics are arranged alphabetically. Under each topic, a situation is stated, thoughts about the situation are offered, and solutions are suggested. Topics include…

The manual, an outcome of Project IINTACT, a model demonstration project, is designed to help prepare retarded mothers for parenthood. Introductory material addresses specific child-rearing problems for this population and discusses techniques for successful communication with the retarded mother. Solutions are offered to 22 problems, including…

In rural Auglaize County, Ohio, adolescent mothers receive home visits in which their parenting needs are assessed, an individualized curriculum is taught, and information about community resources and services is provided. Of 233 teens referred, 164 completers significantly increased parenting knowledge and behavior as well as use of community…

Social trends indicating change in family structure and roles, more single-parent and blended families, and the important role of parents in socialization demonstrate the need for parenting education. A parenting course should include understanding of healthy family life and parental roles, parenting styles, child development, and parenting…

A project completed the final draft of a script for a video that would present the realities of teen parenthood. The video was intended to show the social and economic problems teen parents encounter, the potential problems single parents must face, and the expectations of parenthood. Steps in the writing process included the following: interviews…