Reviews the history of parent education in Canada, describes the current scene, and identifies directions for future development of parent education policy and programming. (Contains 40 references.) (JOW)

This article introduces social workers to policy and practice innovations that address men's roles as fathers. Through a critical review of research and descriptive programmatic material, this article considers the mixed implications of these policy and practice interventions for family well being and recommends future directions for policy and…

Assesses a behavioral intervention program for 31 children aged nine months to 3 1/2 years who had sleep problems. The children's sleep showed rapid improvement following the intervention, and similar changes were observed in other measures. (RJC)

Studies the effect of training on nine parents' knowledge of childhood grief and on parent-child communication about death. Parents who received training had greater knowledge about childhood grief than did parents in the control group. No significant differences were found for parent-child communication about death. (RJC)

Mothers of urban Sudanese families adopted more modern methods of child rearing in order to enhance the development of their young children. (PCB)

Examined impact of creative parenting program in which parents (N=70) participated. Found the program was effective in changing parental behaviors on two dimensions; parents became more accepting of their children and relied less on parental authority in their relationship with their children. (Author/ABL)

Describes results of a study of differences between rural parents' and non-parents' knowledge about child development. Reports adults' knowledge in general was limited, but women and parents with children scored higher on the child development measures than men, with or without children. Discusses implications and directions for parent education.…

Discusses a survey to assess current and future child care needs, identify parent and child self-care educational needs, and identify preferred sources of child care information. (JOW)

The advisor's role in the establishment of auditory-oral programs to serve parents of infants with hearing impairments in developing countries involves liaison with organizing authorities; selection and training of local personnel; determination of the program's size, eligibility criteria, facilities, and equipment; and supervision of the program…

Middle school educators believing in the importance of parent involvement soon discover the need to educate parents as well as students. One Pennsylvania middle school offers a series of workshops focusing on the physical, social-emotional, and intellectual characteristics of students aged 11-13, transmitting information through discussion,…

Utah State Extension collaborated with community groups and local cable providers to broadcast programs for parents on teen sexuality and substance abuse. A survey of cable subscribers yielded 638 responses (4.5%). Of the 103 who watched programs, most were positive, but better ways to advertise the programs were needed. (SK)

States that Chapter I services can be used to encourage parents and children to work together in language arts. Asserts that parents who lack basic literacy skills are limited when helping their children. Shows how parent education programs, language arts training, and laptop computers can help overcome parents' sense of inadequacy and enable them…

Twenty Puerto Rican mothers with young limited-English-proficient children were interviewed to ascertain individual parental needs regarding home-school-community participation. Results of the interview are provided. (14 references) (JL)

This study evaluated the efficiency of an eight-hour parent training course for parents (n=32) of autistic children in Singapore. Parents evaluated the training methods (with theoretical, applied, and emotional bases) positively in terms of usefulness and comfort. The assumption that Asians would not be comfortable sharing their problems was not…

Juvenile gang activity is not limited to low-income, inner-city youth. In February 1990, suburban Santa Rosa (California) junior high school curbed emergent gang-related activities on campus. Action plan depended on positive school climate emphasizing safety and security, early identification of gang members and possible recruits, intervention…