Incredible Years: Skill Development

A Feasibility Evaluation of the Incredible Years® School Readiness Parenting Programme

Hutchings, J., Pye, K.L., Bywater, T., & Williams, M.E. (2019). A Feasibility Evaluation of the Incredible Years® School Readiness Parenting Programme.  Psychosocial Intervention.   https://doi.org/10.5093/pi2020a2 Abstract Parental involvement in their children’s education, including activities undertaken by parents at home and through strong links with their children’s schools, contributes to children’s academic attainment..
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A mixed-methods evaluation of the longer-term implementation and utility of a teacher classroom management training programme in Irish primary schools

Leckey, Y., Hyland, L., Hickey, G., Lodge, A., Kelly, P., Bywater, T., Comiskey, C., Donnelly, M., & McGilloway, S. (2016). A mixed methods evaluation of the longer-term implementation and utility of a teacher classroom management training programme in Irish primary schools. Irish Educational Studies, 35:1, 35-55. DOI: 10.1080/03323315.2016.1147974 Abstract Inappropriate, aggressive and.
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Adaptation of the “Incredible Years Child Training Program” and Investigation of the Effectiveness of the Program

Bayrak, U.H. & Akman, B. (2018). Adaptation of the "Incredible Years Child Training Program" and investigation of the effectiveness of the program. Educational Sciences: Theory and Practice, 18 (2), 397-425. DOI 10.12738/estp.2018.2.0259   Abstract The purpose of this research is to examine the effect of the “Incredible Years (IY) Child Training Program” on behavioral.
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Common components of evidence-based parenting programs for preventing maltreatment of school-age children

Temcheff, C.E., Letarte, M.J., Boutin, S., Marcil, K. (2018). Common components of evidence-based parenting programs for preventing maltreatment of school-age children. Child Abuse & Neglect, 80, 226–237. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chiabu.2018.02.004 [spacer] Abstract Child maltreatment can lead to a variety of negative outcomes in childhood including physical and mental health problems that can extend into adulthood. Given the transactional nature of child maltreatment and.
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Do organizational conditions influence teacher implementation of effective classroom management practices: Findings from a randomized trial

Sebastian, J., Herman, K.C., & Reinke, W.M. (2019). Do organizational conditions influence teacher implementation of effective classroom management practices: Findings from a randomized trialJournal of School Psychology 72. 134-149. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jsp.2018.12.008 Abstract Although there is a growing evidence base about effective classroom management practices, teacher implementation of these practices varies due to.
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Efficacy of a Home Visiting Enhancement for High-Risk Families Attending Parent Management Programs A Randomized Superiority Clinical Trial

Lees, D., Frampton, C.M., & Merry, S.N. (2019, January 23). Efficacy of a Home Visiting Enhancement for High-Risk Families Attending Parent Management Programs A Randomized Superiority Clinical Trial. JAMA Psychiatry. doi:10.1001/jamapsychiatry.2018.4183 [spacer] Abstract Antisocial behavior and adult criminality often have origins in childhood and are best addressed early in the child’s life using evidence-based parenting.
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Engaging Families Who Are Disengaged

Parenting is not usually the primary problem for families. If there is mental health, domestic violence, trauma, addiction, poverty, service overload etc., those problems will prohibit parents from being able to focus on, believe in and follow through with parenting ideas.
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Evaluation of the Incredible Years® Teacher Classroom Management Program in a Regular Norwegian School Setting

Aasheim, M., Reedtz, C., Handegård, B.H., Martinussen, M., Mørch, W.T. (2018). Evaluation of the Incredible Years Teacher Classroom Management Program in a Regular Norwegian School Setting. Scandinavian Journal of Educational Research Journal63(6), 899-912. https://doi.org/10.1080/00313831.2018.1466357 Abstract This study examined whether the Incredible Years (IY) Teacher Classroom Management (TCM) program implemented as a school-wide preventive intervention.
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Exploring the impact of Incredible Years Teacher Classroom Management training on teacher psychological outcomes

Y. Kennedy, N. Flynn, E. O’Brien & G. Greene (2021). Exploring the impact of Incredible Years Teacher Classroom Management training on teacher psychological outcomes. Educational Psychology in Practice, 37(2), 150-168. DOI: 10.1080/02667363.2021.1882944 [spacer] Abstract Teacher wellbeing is an important prerequisite for promoting student wellbeing, yet there is limited research exploring the potentiality of.
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Exploring the potential utility and impact of a universal, multi-component early parenting intervention through a community-based, controlled trial

Hickey, G., McGilloway, S., Leckey, Y., Leavy, S., Stokes, A., O'Connor, S., Donnelly, M., Bywater, T. (2020). Exploring the potential utility and impact of a universal, multi-component early parenting intervention through a community-based, controlled trial. Children and Youth Services Review, 118 (Available online 11 September 2020). https://doi.org/10.1016/j.childyouth.2020.105458 Abstract  Background: This paper describes.
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Innovation of Incredible Years: Where we have been and where do we go from here?

Webster-Stratton, C.W. (2019) Innovation of Incredible Years: Where we have been and where do we go from here? In A.M. Feinberg (Ed.), Designing Effective Prevention and Public Health Programs: Expert Program Developers Explain the Science and the Art (in press). Abstract The Incredible Years (IY) Series developer reviews the rationale and theories.
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La fidélité d’implantation d’un programme probant au-delà de son implantation initiale: l’exemple de Ces années incroyables en protection de l’enfance de 2003 à 2013

Leclair Mallette, I.A., Paquette, G., & Letarte, M.J. (2017). La fidélité d’implantation d’un programme probant au-delà de son implantation initiale: l’exemple de Ces années incroyables en protection de l’enfance de 2003 à 2013. Canadian Journal of Program Evaluation / La Revue canadienne d’évaluation de programme, 32.1 (Spring / printemps), 90–108. doi: 10.3138/cjpe.31142 [spacer] Résumé Cet article présente une.
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Le programme d’entraînement aux habiletés parentales Ces Années Incroyables : expériences dans deux contextes

Year: 2010 Bibliography: Letarte, M.-J., Normandeau, S., & Allard, J. (2010). Le programme d’entraînement aux habiletés parentales Ces Années Incroyables: expériences dans deux contextes. In M. Déry, A.S. Denault and J.P. Lemelin (Eds.). Aide aux jeunes en difficulté de comportement: Regard sur nos pratiques (p. 27-48). Sherbrooke, Québec: GRISE, Université de Sherbrooke. [spacer] Abstract Les programmes d'entraînement aux habiletés.
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Mediators of Change in a Parent Training Program for Early ADHD Difficulties: The Role of Parental Strategies, Parental Self-Efficacy, and Therapeutic Alliance

Rimestad, M.L, O'Toole, M.S., & Hougaard, E. (2017).  Mediators of Change in a Parent Training Program for Early ADHD Difficulties: The Role of Parental Strategies, Parental Self-Efficacy, and Therapeutic Alliance. Journal of Attention Disorders, (published online October 2017). https://doi.org/10.1177/1087054717733043 Abstract Objective: The aim was to explore mediators of change in parent training (PT) for 3-.
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Moderating Role of the Form of Maltreatment Experienced by Children on the Effectiveness of a Parent Training Program

Sicotte, R., Letarte, M.J., Hélie, S., & Leclair Mallette, I.A. (2018). Moderating Role of the Form of Maltreatment Experienced by Children on the Effectiveness of a Parent Training Program. Child Maltreatment, 1-10. DOI: 10.1177/1077559518790695 [spacer] Abstract The study examines whether the form of maltreatment experienced by the child moderates the effects of a parent training program (PTP) on the probability.
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Outcomes of a Small Group Program for Early Elementary Students with Self-Regulation Difficulties: Limitations of Transportability from Clinic to School

Murray, D.W., Kuhn, L.J., Willoughby, M.T., LaForett, D.R., & Cavanaugh, A.M. (2021). Outcomes of a Small Group Program for Early Elementary Students with Self-Regulation Difficulties: Limitations of Transportability from Clinic to School. School Mental Health (2021). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s12310-021-09480-4 Abstract Several mental health programs have been developed in clinics and transported into schools,.
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Parent‑ and teacher‑reported long‑term effects of parent training on child conduct problems in families with child protection and other support services: a randomized controlled trial

Karjalainen, P., Santalahti, P., Aronen, E.T., Kiviruusu, O. (2021). Parent‑ and teacher‑reported long‑term effects of parent training on child conduct problems in families with child protection and other support services: a randomized controlled trial. Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Mental Health, 15(7), online. https://doi.org/10.1186/s13034-021-00358-6 Abstract Background: This randomized controlled trial (RCT) evaluated.
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Promoting Behavioral Health Equity through Implementation of the Incredible Years within Primary Care

Carson, M.C., Montaño, Z., Kelman, A., Coffey, D.M., Javier, J.R. (2019). Promoting Behavioral Health Equity through Implementation of the Incredible Years within Primary Care. Translational Issues in Psychological Science 5(4), 390–401.  https://doi.org/10.1037/tps0000212 Abstract Mental health disparities continue to be a concern for racial and ethnic minorities in the United States..
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Putting the Prevention of Problems of Living Into Action in New Zealand: The Incredible Years Series of Parent, Teacher, and Child Programmes

Stanley, P. & Stanley, L. (2018). Putting the Prevention of Problems of Living Into Action in New Zealand: The Incredible Years Series of Parent, Teacher, and Child Programmes. Journal of the New Zealand College of Clinical Psychologists 28(2), 9-15. [spacer] Abstract This submission to the New Zealand Government Inquiry into Mental Health and Addiction.
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Strengthening stakeholder buy-in and engagement for successful exploration and installation: A case study of the development of an area-wide, evidence-based prevention and early intervention strategy

Hickey, G., McGilloway, S., O'Brien, M., Leckey, Y., Devlin, M., Donnelly, M. (2018). Strengthening stakeholder buy-in and engagement for successful exploration and installation: A case study of the development of an area-wide, evidence-based prevention and early intervention strategy. Children and Youth Services Review 91, 185-195. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.childyouth.2018.06.008 Abstract Background: The implementation of evidence-based.
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Supporting Portuguese residential child care staff: An exploratory study with the Incredible Years Basic Parent Programme

Year: 2014 Bibliography: Silva, I., & Gaspar, M. Supporting Portuguese residential child care staff: An exploratory study with the Incredible Years Basic Parent Programme. Psychosocial Intervention, 2014. 23, 33-41. Authors: Silva, Gaspar DOI:10.5093/in2014a4 [spacer]

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Children in residential care have experienced high levels of social, emotional and behavioral difficulties and behaviour control by staff is an issue.
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Sustained CPD as an effective approach in the delivery of the Incredible Years Teacher Classroom Management programme

Nicole Davey & Margaret Egan (2021). Sustained CPD as an effective approach in the delivery of the Incredible Years Teacher Classroom Management programme. Educational Psychology in Practice, 37(2), 169-186, DOI: 10.1080/02667363.2021.1886910 [spacer] Abstract The Incredible Years Teacher Classroom Management (IYTCM) programme aims to equip teachers with the strategies and skills necessary to promote socio-emotional.
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Teaching Children to Problem-Solve through Puppet Play Interactions

Webster-Stratton, C., Reid, J.M. (2018). Teaching Children to Problem-Solve through Puppet Play Interactions. In A.A. Drewes and C.E. Schaefer (Eds.), Puppets in Play Therapy: A Practical Guidebook (pp. 130-142). New York: Routledge.   Abstract In this chapter, we will focus on how we use puppets in the Incredible Years Dinosaur Program to teach.
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The extended school aged Incredible Years parent programme

Year: 2011 Bibliography: Hutchings, J., Bywater, T., Williams, M.E., Whitaker, C., Lane, E., & Shakespeare, K. (2011). The extended school aged Incredible Years parent programme. Child and Adolescent Mental Health, 16(3), 136-143. DOI: 10.1111/j.1475-3588.2010.00590.x. [spacer] Abstract Developed to improve parenting skills, parenting programmes have been shown to be effective and cost-effective interventions for.
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The Incredible Years ‘Dinosaur school’ programme: An interpretative phenomenological analysis of children’s experiences

Houlihan, T.M. (2013). The Incredible Years 'Dinosaur school' programme: An interpretative phenomenological analysis of children's experiences (Unpublished doctoral dissertation). University of Limerick, Ireland. Abstract The Incredible Years (IY) programme is an evidence-based preventative and early intervention programme designed to reduce behavioural problems and promote social and emotional competencies in children. There.
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The Incredible Years Parent Program for Chinese Preschoolers With Developmental Disabilities

Mo-yee Kong, M., & Kit-fong Au, T. (2018) The Incredible Years Parent Program for Chinese Preschoolers With Developmental Disabilities. Early Education and Development, 29(4), 494-514. https://doi.org/10.1080/10409289.2018.1461987 Abstract The objective of this research was to evaluate the effectiveness of Incredible Years Basic Parent Training (IYPT Basic) in a community clinic setting in Hong.
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The Incredible Years Parent Programs: Methods and Principles that Support Fidelity of Program Delivery

Year: 2015 Bibliography: Webster-Stratton, C., The Incredible Years Parent Programs: Methods and Principles that Support Fidelity of Program Delivery. in Evidence-Based Parenting Education: A Global Perspective. J. Ponzetti, Editor, 2015. Routledge. Author: Webster-Stratton [spacer] Abstract Social, emotional, and behavioral problems in young children are the most com­mon reason parents seek help from mental health professionals..
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The Incredible Years Series: An Internationally Evidenced Multi-modal Approach to Enhancing Child Outcomes

Webster-Stratton, C., & Bywater, T. (2019). The Incredible Years® series: An internationally evidenced multi-modal approach to enhancing child outcomes. In B. Fiese, M. Whisman, M. Celano, K. Deater-Deckard, and E. Jouriles (Eds.), APA Handbook of Contemporary Family Psychology.  This chapter provides an overview of theory and practice of The Incredible Years® Series;.
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The Incredible Years® Group-Based Parenting Program for Young Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Webster-Stratton, C., Dababnah, S., & Olson, E. (2018). The Incredible Years® Group-Based Parenting Program for Young Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. In M. Siller & L. Morgan (Eds.), Handbook of Parent-Implemented Interventions for Very Young Children with Autism (pp. 261-282). Springer. [spacer] Abstract A new Incredible Years® (IY) Parent Program for preschool children with autism.
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Trauma-informed Incredible Years Approaches and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TF-CBT) Approaches To Help Children Exposed to Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)

Year: 2017
Bibliography: Webster-Stratton, C.  (2017). Trauma-informed Incredible Years Approaches and  Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TF-CBT) Approaches To Help Children Exposed to Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs).  (unpublished report).  Incredible Years, Inc., Seattle, WA.

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An increasing body of research identifies the long-term impact and health harm that can.
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Understanding the Needs, Preferences, and Feasibility for Parent Training in Hmong Americans

Zhou, X., Lee, R.M., Ohm, J., & Khuu, B. (2018). Understanding the Needs, Preferences, and Feasibility for Parent Training in Hmong Americans. Asian American Journal of Psychology, 9(1), 62-71. http://dx.doi.org/10.1037/aap0000095 [spacer] Abstract To provide a culturally competent parent training program for Hmong American parents, we sought to identify their cultural preferences and parenting needs,.
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Using the Incredible Years Parent Program to Help Parents Promote Children’s Healthy Life Style and Well-Being

Webster-Stratton, C. (2018). Using the Incredible Years Parent Program to Help Parents Promote Children’s Healthy Life Style and Well-Being (Unpublished paper). Incredible Years, Inc., Seattle, WA. [spacer] Abstract It is well established that parents have a critical influence on the development of positive health habits and childhood development (Golan, 2006). Parents influence the food.
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Webster-Stratton Incredible Years Basic Parent Programme (IY) in child care placements: residential staff carers’ satisfaction results

Year: 2014 Bibliography:  Silva, I. S., Gaspar, M. F., Anglin, J. Webster-Stratton Incredible Years Basic Parent Programme (IY) in Child Care Placements: Residential staff carers’ satisfaction results. Child & Family Social Work, 2014. 1-10. Authors: Silva, Gaspar, Anglin DOI:10.1111/cfs.12129 [spacer]

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The aim of the present study was to investigate residential child care staff satisfaction with.
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