Parenting and children | Top 35 novel treatment findings

Telehealth reduces car seat misuse

Misuse of CRS decreased by 97% among participants, and 100% retained the skills they mastered during the training after a 2-week follow-up.

Study published: 2020-12-22

Improved maternal nutrition reduces stunting

The intervention led to a significant reduction in the risk of stunting among children born to women in the intervention group, with a relative risk of 0.58 compared to the comparison group.

Study published: 2022-10-17

Parent-led Cognitive Behavioral Therapy improves anxiety in autistic children

Improved coping strategies for anxiety, enhanced understanding of the child's unique experiences, and greater acceptance of neurodiversity within family dynamics.

Study published: 2023-07-07

Parent-led sleep intervention improves sleep quality in children with Rolandic epilepsy.

The primary positive outcome is a reduction in parent-reported sleep problem scores, indicating improved sleep quality for children with Rolandic epilepsy. The intervention also aims to enhance overall child well-being, learning, memory, and parental quality of life.

Study published: 2022-05-31

Home-based intervention boosts child development

The intervention improved child cognitive development, language, and motor skills, and increased clinic visit attendance for health monitoring.

Study published: 2021-03-26

High-quality mother-child relationships reduce intimate partner violence risk in adults with childhood abuse history.

The findings suggest that high-quality mother-child relationships can significantly reduce the risk of IPV perpetration in adulthood, even among those with a history of childhood abuse. This indicates that fostering healthy family dynamics can be a crucial intervention in breaking the cycle of intergenerational violence.

Study published: 2021-08-30

Adequate antenatal care reduces child mortality risk for young brides

Providing adequate ANC significantly reduces the likelihood of neonatal and infant mortality among children born to young mothers.

Study published: 2022-12-05

Prenatal selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor exposure affects children's brain structure.

The study found that prenatal SSRI exposure was associated with increased left superior parietal surface area and lateral occipital cortical thickness, although these brain structure changes were not linked to depressive symptoms.

Study published: 2021-09-07

Video feedback enhances maternal sensitivity

High consent (67%), intervention completion (79%), and follow-up rates (93%) were achieved. There were large improvements in parenting confidence and perceptions of the parent-infant relationship, along with medium improvements in maternal sensitivity. Qualitative feedback indicated that mothers felt more confident and connected with their infants after receiving positive feedback.

Study published: 2023-09-29

Atraumatic care reduces hospitalization stress

The application of atraumatic care principles effectively reduced anxiety levels in hospitalized children, leading to improved psychological well-being and comfort during hospitalization.

Study published: 2022-07-13

Online program enhances parental relational trust

The anticipated positive outcomes include improved child-parent relationship quality and enhanced parental reflective functioning, contributing to better socioemotional development in children.

Study published: 2022-07-17

Digital platform improves maternal health access

Significant improvement in knowledge scores among trained CHWs, high satisfaction reported by CHWs and community members, and positive reception of the app by mothers.

Study published: 2023-04-12

Therapeutic play aids children's care

The use of therapeutic play has been shown to improve emotional well-being, reduce anxiety, and enhance communication between nursing staff and children, leading to better overall care experiences.

Study published: 2022-03-21

Parental sleep knowledge improves sleep

Increased parental sleep knowledge positively impacts both child and parental sleep outcomes, potentially reducing sleep impairment in parents and improving sleep quality for children with IDD.

Study published: 2021-01-14

Engaging in regular physical activity boosts interleukin-10 levels in obese youth.

Increased serum levels of IL-10, improved physical fitness, and potential reduction in obesity-related health risks in children and adolescents.

Study published: 2024-03-02

Trauma-focused cognitive behavior therapy reduces PTSD symptoms in children.

The network meta-analysis found that TF-CBT, EMDR, MDTs, and non-TF interventions were all effective in reducing PTSD symptoms compared to passive control conditions, with TF-CBT consistently yielding the highest treatment effects. Significant short-term effects were also observed for TF-CBT and EMDR compared to active control conditions, indicating their efficacy in clinical practice.

Study published: 2024-04-10

Combined interventions boost language, self-regulation

The expected positive outcomes include improved oral language skills, enhanced self-regulation, and better academic functioning in children, as well as improved teacher and parent interactions with children.

Study published: 2022-10-20

Empowered parents improve nutrition and reduce stunting in children.

Children from poorer households with either an empowered mother or a father with gender-equitable attitudes had lower odds of stunting and severe stunting, indicating improved nutritional status.

Study published: 2021-02-05

Interventions improve mothers' understanding of child weight, reducing obesity risk.

Improved accuracy in maternal weight perception may lead to healthier feeding practices, potentially reducing the risk of childhood obesity and associated health issues.

Study published: 2020-11-18

Health visitors use Maternal Postnatal Attachment Scale to improve parent-infant relationships in urban communities.

Health visitors reported benefits of using MPAS, such as opening conversations about attachment and identifying concerns, although challenges were noted.

Study published: 2021-11-30

Centre-based childcare improves development outcomes for disadvantaged children.

Centre-based childcare improved vocabulary and school readiness among children. Universal access to centre-based childcare reduced socio-economic inequalities in externalising symptoms and other developmental outcomes.

Study published: 2020-10-06

Web-based system improves mental health reporting

The study found that 69.1% of caregivers who received the MHE invitation completed the SDQ using the platform, compared to only 8.8% in the control group, indicating a significant increase in reporting rates. Caregivers reported benefits such as real-time feedback and ease of completion.

Study published: 2021-10-11

Specialized leisure services improve quality of life for disabled children.

The QI-Disability tool showed a statistically significant improvement in parents' estimates of their child's positive emotions, indicating some benefit from the specialized leisure provision.

Study published: 2023-11-16

Improved infant feeding and hygiene boost growth in stunted children

The study aims to provide insights into the long-term effects of early-life IYCF and WASH interventions on child health, growth, cognitive and physical function, and to identify early-life factors influencing these outcomes.

Study published: 2022-08-22

Community-led intervention improves infant care

The intervention was deemed feasible, with increased food responsiveness and decreased emotional over/undereating observed in children. Participants reported improved awareness and knowledge-sharing regarding infant feeding practices.

Study published: 2024-03-14

Youth care treatment improves mental health in children during pandemic

No evidence was found that the pandemic affected overall treatment effectiveness; however, children treated before the pandemic had better outcomes compared to those treated during it.

Study published: 2023-12-11

Pediatrician-parent collaboration improves child assessment

The study found that integrating pediatrician and parental perspectives improved the identification of children at risk for developmental disorders, with a significant number of children receiving appropriate evaluations and diagnoses.

Study published: 2023-03-27

Behavioral interventions improve communication in children with selective mutism.

The study indicates that children with SM can benefit from early detection and intervention, suggesting that access to special education resources and training for therapists can enhance treatment outcomes.

Study published: 2022-10-21

Mandatory vaccination schemes increase vaccine uptake among hesitant parents.

Increased vaccine uptake rates in countries with mandatory vaccination policies, although the effectiveness varies based on public perception and acceptance.

Study published: 2021-02-26

Peer counseling improves breastfeeding practices to reduce child diarrhoea in rural Peru.

Increased awareness and understanding of local beliefs can lead to better integration of breastfeeding support in healthcare, potentially reducing child diarrhoea rates and improving health outcomes.

Study published: 2021-03-01

Non-drug mental health interventions for youth reduce depression symptoms in children and adolescents.

The interventions showed favorable results, particularly in reducing symptoms of depression among children and adolescents during the pandemic.

Study published: 2023-10-09

Psychiatric residential treatment facilities improve outcomes for foster children with severe behavioral health disorders.

The study indicates a significant number of children receiving care in PRTFs, highlighting the need for appropriate treatment options and the potential for improved outcomes with better access to community-based services.

Study published: 2023-05-22

Maternal depression worsens child nutrition

Addressing maternal depression could potentially reduce the risk of moderate/severe chronic undernutrition in children, as indicated by the significant association found in the study (OR = 2.67).

Study published: 2021-11-01

Caregiver well-being interventions identified

The anticipated positive outcomes include improved well-being for caregivers, reduced stress levels, and better health outcomes for both caregivers and children with DD. The review aims to provide recommendations for effective interventions.

Study published: 2022-06-29

Accessing Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services improves support for autistic youth.

Some parents noted that compassionate professionals provided validation and support, which was beneficial despite the overall challenges faced in accessing services.

Study published: 2024-04-13