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January 30, 2009
Researchers find program may help prevent child abuse
MedPage Today (1/27, Fiore) reported that University of South Carolina researchers found that "community programs that teach parents good child-rearing skills may help prevent them from abusing their youngsters."
In a study published "in the Jan. 26 online edition of Prevention Science," the researchers "used a modified version of an Australian program, developed by researchers at the University of Queensland in Brisbane, to enhance parent competence and prevent or change dysfunctional parenting practices."
After their program was implemented, "the researchers found that child abuse and maltreatment can be reduced if parents have easy access to suggestions and recommendations on how to handle difficult times with their kids."
Related Links:
- "Offering Parents Advice Lowers Rates of Child Abuse," Kristina Fiore, Medpage Today, January 27, 2009.
Posted by admin at January 30, 2009 03:08 PM