Web-Based Delivery of a Preventive Parent Training Intervention: A Feasibility Study.
Breitenstein, Susan M. PhD, RN, PMHCNS-BC 1; Gross, Deborah DNSc, RN, FAAN 2
[Article] Journal of Child & Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing. 26(2):149-157, May 2013.

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Problem: Low enrollment and participation are common in face-to-face parenting interventions. Developing innovative delivery methods is one way to address participation barriers. The purpose of this study was to test the feasibility of a Web-based delivery model for an evidence-based behavioral parent training program.

Methods: Parents (n = 9) completed two Web-based prototype sessions of the Chicago Parent Program delivered on an Android tablet over 2 weeks, and then participated in a post-intervention focus group. Quantitative and qualitative data were collected.

Findings: The Web-based delivery adaptation was feasible and useful for low-income urban parents.

Conclusions: Our preliminary findings suggest that Web-based delivery is a feasible approach to integrating mental health prevention into systems of care. Translating interventions to alternative delivery platforms is promising for nursing to increase access to evidence-based interventions.

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