•A form of universal prevention that delivers psychoeducational information on parenting skills to parents. The "first step" gives broad information, yips, or messages to parents interested in this program.

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This program offers treatments/prevention for severe behavioral, emotional, and developmental problems in children from ages 0 to 16 by enhancing their parents' knowledge, skills, and confidence. This is meant to teach parents positive parenting behaviors that work best for their child.
There are five levels to the program.

The triple P positive parenting program

Graaf, I., Speetjens, P., Smit, F., Wolff, M.,  & Tavecchio, L. (2008). Effectiveness of the Triple P Positive Parenting Program on Parenting: A Meta-Analysis. Family Relations., 57(5), 553–566. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1741-3729.2008.00522.x

Effectiveness of the Triple P Positive Parenting Program on Parenting

Level 1 of the triple P positive parenting program

•A brief intervention for parents of children with mild behavioral problems, mainly one-time assistance to parents who cope well but have a couple of concerns with their child's behavior or development.

Level 2 of the triple P positive parenting program

•Targets children with mild to moderate behavioral difficulties and provides active skills training for parents. 

•Deals with specific problem behaviors or actions.


Level 3 of the triple P positive parenting program

•This level is where most parents start and is considered the core intervention. 

•This level is meant for parents of children with severe behavioral difficulties or for motivated parents interested in gaining a more in-depth understanding of Positive Parenting.

•It can be delivered in a variety of formats. Incorporates sessions dealing with the causes of children’s behavior problems, strategies for encouraging children’s development, and strategies for managing misbehavior. 

Level 4 of the triple P parenting program

•A program for families where other sources of family distress complicate parenting difficulties. 

•Intensive support for families with complex concerns

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