Therapist Coaching in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy in the Netherlands: An Archival Lag Sequential Analysis Study
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This study of Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) with a limited sample found that responsive therapist coaching, especially praise, can lead to parents' immediate increased use of positive parenting skills during the first three sessions. Directive coaching was also associated with parents using child-centered skills, though it was used less frequently. While promising, the study's small sample size, focus on early sessions, and correlational design limit its generalizability and causal inferences.
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Scientists found that when adult helpers told parents "good job" while they were with their kids, parents immediately used more positive ways to interact. It's like a coach cheering you on to help you play better!
Posibles conflictos de intereses
The research was supported by ZonMw, The Netherlands Organization of Health Research and Development (2017|04232). No other conflicts were disclosed.
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This study uses a novel method (lag sequential analysis) to investigate the bidirectional interactions between therapists and parents in PCIT, offering valuable insights into the coaching process. However, limitations related to the small and heterogeneous sample, limited timeframe of analysis, and correlational nature of the findings prevent a higher rating. The study acknowledges these limitations and warrants further investigation with more robust designs.
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