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This study aims to evaluate the impact of parent learning groups on reflective functioning and self-efficacy in parents of children with neurodevelopmental and conduct difficulties.

March 25, 2026ChildrenOpen Access

Parent Learning Groups in Alternative Provision: A Mixed-Methods Study of Psychoeducation, Mentalization, and Peer Support for Parents of Children with Neurodevelopmental and Conduct Difficulties

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This study aims to evaluate the impact of parent learning groups on reflective functioning and self-efficacy in parents of children with neurodevelopmental and conduct difficulties.
Mixed-methods design incorporating retrospective pretest–posttest questionnaires and semi-structured interviews
Participants included twelve parents attending at least six group sessions
Quantitative data analyzed using paired t-tests and effect sizes, qualitative data through reflexive thematic analysis
Significant improvements in parental reflective functioning (d = 1.34) and self-efficacy (d = 1.61)
Increased interest in children's mental states (d = 1.83) and a trend towards balanced understanding of mental states (d = 0.63)
Qualitative themes highlighted enhanced mentalizing capacity and reduced parental stress

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A mixed-methods study evaluates parent learning groups supporting children with neurodevelopmental and conduct difficulties, suggesting effective intervention implications.

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Chelouche-Dwek et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69c37b93b34aaaeb1a67e102 https://doi.org/10.3390/children13030431

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A mixed-methods study evaluates parent learning groups supporting children with neurodevelopmental and conduct difficulties, suggesting effective intervention implications.

Parent Learning Groups in Alternative Provision: A Mixed-Methods Study of Psychoeducation, Mentalization, and Peer Support for Parents of Children with Neurodevelopmental and Conduct Difficulties

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Parent Learning Groups in Alternative Provision: A Mixed-Methods Study of Psychoeducation, Mentalization, and Peer Support for Parents of Children with Neurodevelopmental and Conduct Difficulties

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