Abstract

CARO-CANIZARES, I.; RODRIGUEZ BLANCO, L.; VIDAL MARINO, C.  and  SEGURA-VALVERDE, M.. A Mental Health Prevention Program in Pediatric Primary Care: a pilot study. Rev Pediatr Aten Primaria [online]. 2014, vol.16, n.62, pp.109-115. ISSN 1139-7632.  https://dx.doi.org/10.4321/S1139-76322014000300003.

Introduction: childhood mental disorders are the most important non-organic reasons for consultation and the most common chronic conditions attended in Pediatric Primary Care. Early detection and intervention may prevent or ameliorate the development of these disorders and reduce healthcare burden in the long run. Methods: we designed a parenting program for 16 parents or principal caregivers of 0-5-aged children. Participants were recruited from the Pediatric Primary Care services of the Ventura Rodriguez Health Center in Madrid. Participants were divided into two groups according to their children’s age. Our program was carried out in two sessions of one hour and a half combining theoretical contents and practical activities. Results: in the first group, we obtained positive qualitative results regarding the usefulness of the addressed contents and the viability of the program. Quantitative data showed that 100% participants in the second group assessed the program as "Good" or "Very Good" and considered useful all the information provided in the program. Conclusion: our results support the necessity of implementing prevention activities in the field of childhood mental health. It is also important to promote cooperation between Pediatric Primary Care and Mental Health services.

Keywords : Parenting Program; Primary Prevention; Childhood; Mental health.

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