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Original Articles

Does Parent-Child Interaction Therapy Reduce Maternal Stress, Anxiety, and Depression Among Mothers of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder?

, PhD, , PhD, , PhD, , PhD & , PhD
Pages 283-303 | Received 20 Jun 2016, Accepted 07 Nov 2016, Published online: 16 Oct 2017
 

ABSTRACT

Maternal stress, anxiety, and depression are associated with ineffective parenting strategies for families of children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). We present the use of Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) with three mother-child dyads to reduce maternal stress, anxiety, and depression and child disruptive behavior in children with ASD. Results included increases in positive parenting skills, and decreases in maternal anxiety, depression, and stress, as well as child behavior problems. PCIT is a promising alternative to more intensive and costly interventions, both at reducing disruptive behaviors and improving maternal health. Implications of PCIT for dyads affected by ASD are discussed.

Acknowledgments

The authors would like to acknowledge the participating families for sharing their journey with ASD.

Additional information

Funding

The funding of this project was provided by the USF Health Women’s Health Collaborative.

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