Efficacy of dialectical behavior therapy for parents with a child with acute mental health needs
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Abstract
This study aims to examine treatment outcomes for primary caregivers receiving a virtual dialectical behavioral therapy intervention. Caregivers recruited for this study are seeking treatment to support themselves, and their child, who was experiencing acute mental health needs such as suicidality, aggression, and self-harm. Data on several outcome measures were analyzed at three time points (post intervention, three months into treatment, and six months into treatment) to assess how this intervention supports caregivers. Results contribute to the discussion on the importance of virtual treatment, caregiver focused interventions, and how family focused interventions can have positive effects for direct participants (e.g., parents) as well other members within the family system, even if they are not directly involved in treatment themselves.
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2025
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Attribution 4.0 International