HOT DOCS and DOCS K-5
University of South Florida
Summary
HOT DOCS and DOCS K-5 are group-delivered behavioral parent training interventions for caregivers of children ages 0-12 years.
Description
Challenging behaviors such as whining, temper tantrums, and non-compliance are very common during the toddler and preschool years, and if left unaddressed, will persist through early and middle childhood. Children with special needs are at even greater risk for behavioral problems. Caregivers may not understand why their children misbehave and may become frustrated in their attempts to discipline. The HOT DOCS \& DOCS K-5 programs offer caregivers a problem-solving approach to understand and resolve everyday behavior problems. These programs emphasize prevention strategies and positive behavi…
Eligibility
- Age range
- 18+ years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Yes
Inclusion Criteria: * caregiver or professional caring for child ages 0-12 years, or * caregiver or professional caring for a child enrolled in kindergarten-5th grade. * Must speak English or Spanish. Exclusion Criteria: * Language other than English or Spanish. * Caregiver/professional under the age of 18.
Interventions
- BehavioralHelping our Toddlers, Developing our Children's Skills
HOT DOCS is a group delivered behavioral parenting intervention for caregivers and professionals of children 0-5 years
- BehavioralDeveloping our Children's Skills K-5
DOCS K-5 is a group delivered behavioral parent training intervention for caregivers and professionals of children in Kindergarten thru 5th Grade
Location
- University of South FloridaTampa, Florida