An evaluation of “groups for parents” a standardized format encompassing both behavior modification and humanistic methods

Abstract

The “Groups for Parents” approach is a standardized format for teaching parents child management in which both behavior modification and humanistic methods are integrated. The current study attempted to evaluate 13 of these groups comprised of 277 parents. Measures of client satisfaction indicated very high ratings of whether parents liked the course and whether they perceived it as helpful. A number of outcome measures indicated that the average parent was successful in improving both general child behaviors as well as individually targeted ones. Parents were successfully able to increase their own rates of positive reinforcement as well as being able to increase the compliance rates of their children. A comparison of client characteristics with attendance rates and successful outcome was made.