Parents’ experiences with the Circle of Security Parenting (COSP) intervention – a scoping review of qualitative studies | Synapse
March 22, 2026Open Access
Parents’ experiences with the Circle of Security Parenting (COSP) intervention – a scoping review of qualitative studies
Key Points
The review aims to explore parents' experiences and perceptions of the Circle of Security Parenting intervention.
Conducted a scoping review of available qualitative studies
Analyzed parents' feedback and experiences regarding the COSP intervention
Evaluated potential challenges and benefits of program implementation
Parents perceive the COSP intervention as valuable for promoting health in parenting roles
Concerns exist about the appropriateness of the program for non-target groups
The review suggests careful consideration of implementation to maximize benefits for all families
Abstract
The review shows that parents find the COSP intervention to have valuable potential as a health-promoting intervention, but the program should be used with careful consideration to non-target groups.