Problem-solving intervention for caregivers of children with mental health problems

Arch Psychiatr Nurs. 2013 Jun;27(3):112-20. doi: 10.1016/j.apnu.2013.01.004. Epub 2013 Apr 15.

Abstract

Building Our Solutions and Connections (BOSC) focused on enhancing problem-solving skills (PSS) of primary caregivers of children with mental health problems. Aims were determining feasibility, acceptability, and effect size (ES) estimates for depression, burden, personal control, and PSS.

Methods: Caregivers were randomized to BOSC (n=30) or wait-list control (WLC) groups (n=31). Data were collected at baseline, post-intervention, and 3 and 6 months post-intervention.

Results: Three-months post-intervention, ES for burden and personal control were .07 and .08, respectively. ES for depressed caregivers for burden and personal control were 0.14 and 0.19, respectively.

Conclusions: Evidence indicates that the intervention had desired effects.

Publication types

  • Randomized Controlled Trial

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • Caregivers / education
  • Caregivers / psychology*
  • Child
  • Child Behavior
  • Cost of Illness
  • Depression / psychology
  • Depression / therapy
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Mental Disorders / psychology
  • Mental Disorders / therapy*
  • Middle Aged
  • Problem Solving*
  • Psychological Tests