Evidence-Based Practices What Does it Mean to be Evidence Based?

 Evidence-based practices are becoming a requirement in corrections. Unfortunately, the term "evidence based" has been claimed by many programs that do not in fact meet the criteria for evidence based practices.  Many parenting education and skills training interventions have been developed, but few have been tested in a scientifically rigorous fashion. Evidence Based is Easy to Say, but it’s Hard to Do

The Kaufman Best Practices Project What is “Evidence Based?”  Have a sound theoretical base in generally accepted psychological principles indicating that it would be effective in treating at least some problems of the population.  Are generally accepted in practice as appropriate for the population.  Have at least one randomized controlled study indicating its efficacy.  Have a book, manual or other writings available to professionals that specifies the components of the program and how to conduct it.  Can be delivered by typical professionals who have received a reasonable level of training and supervision in its use.  Can be delivered in common settings with a reasonable degree of fidelity to the program principles and elements.

Parenting Inside Out meets the criteria for an evidence based program.

 Children of incarcerated parents are at increased risk for antisocial behavior problems that can lead to criminal behavior (Eddy & Reid, 2001; Eddy & Poehlmann, 2010).  Parenting Inside Out began with a comprehensive review of studies on the psychosocial treatment of conduct disordered children and adolescents (Brestan & Eyberg, 1998).  Only two interventions were found to meet stringent criteria for a "well- established" intervention that has been proven to make a significant difference in child behavior, and both were variants of Parent Management Training (PMT) (Forgatch & Martinez, 1998; Eddy, 2006). Based on Accepted Principles PMT is at the core of Parenting Inside Out.

Generally Accepted Practice for the Population  Criminal justice involved parents frequently have errors in their thinking about their role as a parent.  Cognitive restructuring has been demonstrated to help offenders change their thinking.  Parenting Inside Out uses cognitive behavioral theory to directly address parents' errors in thinking and to help them form appropriate parenting and prosocial citizen behaviors. Parenting Inside Out is informed by Cognitive Behavioral Practices.

Randomized Controlled Study  $2.1 million randomized controlled study funded by the National Institute of Mental Health.  Conducted by researchers from the Oregon Social Learning Center.  359 mothers and fathers (41% racial minority) followed from 18 months pre-release to 18 months post-release.  Looked at factors from parent-child relationships, parent-caregiver relationships and depression, to rearrest and substance abuse rates. Largest study ever done on a parenting program for this population.

Manualized Curriculum  Comprehensive curriculum manual for Parenting Coaches that is a script to guide program delivery.  Supplementary Coach manual that provides information on how to work within an institution, potential behavioral issues, and tips for extending learning.  Complete set of student materials that can be reproduced for use in class.  Ongoing access to Master Coaches for continuous Coach improvement. Parenting Inside Out is designed for delivery with high fidelity.

Training  Comprehensive three-day training program:  Theory and background of program design  Research  Curriculum demonstrations  Classroom management  Learner practice, role play and presentations Evidence based training ensures high fidelity program delivery.

Deliverable in Multiple Settings Four Versions of Parenting Inside Out:  Prison-90 – 90 hours of curriculum in an institutional setting  Prison-60 – 60 hours of curriculum in an institutional setting  Community – 48 hours of curriculum appropriate in an community setting  Jail – 20 hours of curriculum to accommodate short periods of incarceration Parenting Inside Out meets parent’s needs wherever they are.

Parenting Inside Out: An evidence based parent management training program for criminal justice involved parents.