Perceptions of Parents, Children, Youth Care Professionals, and Teachers About Cooperation in The Netherlands. An Explorative Study

How competent parents feel about their parenting and how children feel that they are heard and seen are key elements of a good cooperation between parents, children, and professionals. Based on a questionnaire study (N = 479), the views of parents, children, youth care professionals and special education teachers in diverse contexts were described. The findings suggest that professionals find it difficult to support parents’ self-efficacy concerning parenting competences. Also, children feel less heard and seen then professionals estimate this. Professionals should focus more on supporting parenting skills, especially for at risk families, and give enduring attention to children’s voice.