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Summary
A randomized controlled trial of the after deployment, adaptive parenting tools (ADAPT) program for deployed National Guard and Reserve (NG/R) families with a school-aged child was conducted. ADAPT is a 14 week multifamily group program targeting improvement of parenting skills that uses active teaching methods such as roleplay, practice, and discussion. Overall, the observed outcomes of the program went beyond just enhancing parenting skills.
Citation
Gewirtz, A. H., DeGarmo, D. S., Zamir, O. (2016). Effects of a Military Parenting Program on Parental Distress and Suicidal Ideation: After Deployment Adaptive Parenting Tools. Suicide and Life-Threatening Behavior, 46, S23-S31. doi:10.1111/sltb.12255