Differential utility of temperament-based guidance materials for parents of infants

Journal/Book: Fam Relat. 1997; 46: 3989 Central Ave NE #550, Minneapolis, MN 55421. Natl Council Family Relations. 63-71.

Abstract: Factors that influence the usefulness of individualized temperament guidance materials for parents of infants were explored. Parents received guidance materials based on their child's temperament and rated the usefulness of the materials. Most parents found the materials useful. Global perceptions of temperamental difficultness affected usefulness. Educational level was associated with usefulness; usefulness was not influenced by parity. The results suggest that temperament guidance materials may facilitate a better parent-child interactional ''fit.''

Note: Article Ostergren CS, Prevent Ounce, 906 Garfield St, Madison,WI 53711 USA

Keyword(s): infants; intervention; parent-child; parent guidance; temperament; MOTHER-CHILD INTERACTION; DIFFICULT TEMPERAMENT; BEHAVIOR PROBLEMS; SELF-EFFICACY; PERCEPTIONS; RATINGS; QUESTIONNAIRE; THOMAS; MODEL; CHESS

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