Randomised Controlled Trial of Parent Groups for Child Antisocial Behaviour Targeting Multiple Risk Factors: The SPOKES Project

There is a pressing need for cost-effective population-based interventions to tackle early-onset antisocial behaviour. As this is determined by many factors, it would seem logical to devise interventions that address several influences while using an efficient means of delivery. The aim of this trial was to change four risk factors that predict poor outcome: ineffective parenting, conduct problems, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms, and low reading ability.

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Year: 2010
Bibliography: Scott, S., Sylva, K., Doolan, M., Price, J., Jacobs, B., Crook, C., Landau, S., 2009. Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry doi:10.1111/j.1469-7610.2009.02127.x
Authors: Scott, Sylva, Doolan, Price, Jacobs