Paths to Positive Parenting: Contributions from Some Recent European Research Projects

TitlePaths to Positive Parenting: Contributions from Some Recent European Research Projects
Publication TypeJournal Article
Year of Publication2019
AuthorsVerzola L
JournalInterdisciplinary Journal of Family Studies
Volume24
Issue2
Pagination53-72
Date Published12/2019
PublisherPadova University Press
Place PublishedPadova, IT
ISSN Number2282-2011
Keywordsequity and inclusion, European programs, knowledge development, Positive Parenting
Abstract

Parenting interventions are considered effective to promote wellbeing of children and families. Several types of parenting interventions are available in the literature, highlighting coexisting research lines. Some are in fact oriented to prevent or reduce child problem behaviors, others are explicitly aimed at improving children’s positive development as well as parenting skills. Basic concepts and some representative programs available in the European context will be summarized together with current efforts and developments. The paper will address goals and contents as well as effectiveness of parenting programs in European countries that are characterized by complexities and challenges. Choices underlining these programs and findings highlight the relevance of following diverse concurrent goals and integrating different perspectives in applied research programs.

URLhttp://ijfs.padovauniversitypress.it/2019/2/4