The utility of the Positive Parenting Program (Triple P) for refugee background parents

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Parenting effectively after resettlement is a significant challenge faced by many former refugees. This study considers experiences of the Positive Parenting Programme (Triple P), an evidence-based parenting program; specifically, its perceived utility in assisting refugee background parents. This includes identifying amendments to better meet these parents’ needs. This New Zealand-based study involved interviewing seven refugee background mothers following their attendance of the Triple P Discussion Group Series. Analysis of accounts has participants describing this series as useful in addressing parenting needs, but also identifying amendments which would render the program more effective and relevant, including addressing changes in family dynamics, parental mental health concerns, and single parenting.

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Relevant Evidence Summaries

The evidence was reviewed and included in the following summaries: 

How do family interventions impact functioning of newcomer household dynamics?

One strong source of evidence and several smaller moderate and suggestive studies show that interventions on intergenerational relationships can help decrease negative mental health symptoms and increase positive parenting practices. Multiple studies reported significant improvements in the overall mental health of both child and caregiver participants. Caregivers reported high levels of satisfaction with several different…

About this study

AGE: Adults

DIRECTION OF EVIDENCE: Positive impact

FULL TEXT AVAILABILITY: Paid

HOST COUNTRY: New Zealand

INTERVENTION DURATION: Various

POPULATION: Refugees

STRENGTH OF EVIDENCE: Positive impact

TYPE OF STUDY: Suggestive evidence

YEAR PUBLISHED: 2021

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