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Article Review: Needs Assessment of Parent Education in Houston, Texas
Article Abstract
Study Objective: This study [1] sought to determine the level of the perceived need as well as the readiness of parents in the Houston community to attend evidence-based parenting classes.
Background of the Research: A growing body of evidence confirms the need for parental education concerning the importance of providing a nurturing and safe environment for children. Studies have shown that parent education reduces behavioral, emotional and social problems in young people, as well as reducing maternal depression and stress and the corresponding levels of child maltreatment. In addition, parental education also contributes to childrens readiness to attend school.
Study Design and Method: A Houston-based initiative called Children at Risk conducted a community needs assessment of parent education using key informant interviews, focus groups and archived data to determine the extent to which parents attended parenting classes, their interest in attending such classes and any barriers that might be involved.
Principal Results of the Study: The key findings that emerged from the study were the need for additional funding and the stigma that is associated with attendance at parenting classes.
Keywords: #parents; #children, #nurturing; #parenting classes
Introduction:
Statement of the Problem: Many of the social, emotional and behavioral problems that children develop which have lifelong implications can be attributed, at least in part, to a lack of safe, secure and nurturing relationships and environments. Research has shown time and again that interventions such as parenting classes can help improve the quality of life for young people and their parents in ways that reduce the above-mentioned problems as well helping children become better prepared for school attendance.
Purpose of the Study: The purpose of this study was to conduct a needs assessment of the Houston community in order to develop a better understanding concerning what services were currently available, willingness and ability of the community to implement programs to address gaps in these services, and the constraints to encouraging parents to attend evidence-based parent education programming.
Research Questions or Hypotheses and Limitations (if any): Although the researchers did not articulate any research questions or hypotheses, they did stress the need for additional funding for community-based resources as well as studies of this nature to keep abreast of any changes in parental education need or preferences.
Methodology:
Methods: This was an exploratory, qualitative study using a series of interviews with key informants, three focus groups and an analysis of evidence-based parent education initiatives in general and the Positive Parenting Program (the Triple P) in particular.
Participants: The key informants were drawn from local government agencies, nonprofit organizations, parent-teacher organizations, hospitals, educators, community-based health clinics, subject matter experts and faith-based organizations.
Data Collection Procedures: The qualitative data...…methodology and study design also contributed to the applicability of this studys findings to the larger Houston conurbation that encompasses more than 7 million Americans. For example, citing the need for improved parent education, a study by Hughes et al. assessed the impact of an evidence-based parenting education program to teach parents of young children about the importance of fresh fruits and vegetables in childrens diets and how to identify their preferences, how to encourage children to try new foods, and helping their children self-regulate their snacking behaviors [2]. Although the short-term effects of the intervention were minimal on childrens food preferences, the greater involvement of parents in their children dietary routine as regarded as a significant long-term outcome in addressing children obesity rates [2].
In sum, babies are not born with an instruction manual and many first-time parents are at a loss concerning how to provide their child with the safe, healthy and nurturing environment it needs to thrive. Certainly, some aspects of parenting are intuitive and straightforward, and just about anyone can change a diaper or prepare a bottle of formula without any specialized training. Many other aspects of parenting, however, are not only challenging, far too many parents lack the skills they need to cope with these demands in positive ways but do not know where to turn for help…
References
[1] Correa NP, Greeley C, Giardino AP. Report from the Field: The Results of a Community Needs Assessment for Parent Education in Houston, Texas. Journal of Applied Research on Children. 2013;4(2).
[2] Hughes SO, Power TG, Beck A, et al. Short-Term Effects of an Obesity Prevention Program Among Low-Income Hispanic Families with Preschoolers. Journal of Nutrition Education & Behavior. 2020;52(3):224-239.
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