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View article: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder as a moderator of the efficacy of family-based problem solving after pediatric traumatic brain injury.
Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder as a moderator of the efficacy of family-based problem solving after pediatric traumatic brain injury. Open
ADHD status had a significant effect on adolescent and parent outcomes and moderated the effect of FBPS on functional outcomes. Findings highlight the importance of identifying children with preinjury ADHD as well as new onset ADHD symptom…
View article: Usability Testing of an Internet-Based Responsive Parenting Program for Caregivers of Young Survivors of Childhood Cancer Living in Rural and Appalachian Communities: Mixed Methods Study
Usability Testing of an Internet-Based Responsive Parenting Program for Caregivers of Young Survivors of Childhood Cancer Living in Rural and Appalachian Communities: Mixed Methods Study Open
Background Young survivors of childhood cancer diagnosed and treated before the age of 7 years are at heightened risk of developmental difficulties. As a result, their caregivers may experience stress as they navigate various educational a…
View article: A Systematic Literature Review of Autistic Adolescents’ Understanding and Experiences of Belonging
A Systematic Literature Review of Autistic Adolescents’ Understanding and Experiences of Belonging Open
Many autistic adolescents experience difficulties finding belonging; however, the current understanding of belonging is from non-autistic perspectives. A stronger understanding of belonging from the autistic perspective is critical to impr…
View article: Children's participation in school and leisure activities after paediatric acquired brain injury—Children's, parents' and teachers' experiences
Children's participation in school and leisure activities after paediatric acquired brain injury—Children's, parents' and teachers' experiences Open
Children living with the consequences of paediatric acquired brain injury (pABI) may experience persistent challenges that impact their social interactions, academic performance and community integration. Participating in activities is of …
View article: Scaling up: Facilitators, barriers, and EDI considerations for clinical implementation of a stepped-care early mental health parenting program (I-InTERACT-North)
Scaling up: Facilitators, barriers, and EDI considerations for clinical implementation of a stepped-care early mental health parenting program (I-InTERACT-North) Open
Background Clinicians, health care organizations, and families demand better and more accessible children's mental health services with greater patient engagement. The I-InTERACT-North program was developed for children following traumatic…
View article: A user-experience study of an online parenting program for rural and Appalachian caregivers of young childhood cancer survivors (Preprint)
A user-experience study of an online parenting program for rural and Appalachian caregivers of young childhood cancer survivors (Preprint) Open
BACKGROUND Young childhood cancer survivors (YCCS) diagnosed and treated before age 7 are at heightened risk of developmental difficulties. As a result, their caregivers may experience stress as they navigate various educational and hospi…
View article: Examining the Implementation of the Italian Version of the Teen Online Problem-Solving Program Coupled With Remote Psychological Support: Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial
Examining the Implementation of the Italian Version of the Teen Online Problem-Solving Program Coupled With Remote Psychological Support: Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial Open
Background Pediatric acquired brain injury (ABI) is frequently associated with cognitive and socioemotional alterations. Therefore, targeted rehabilitation to improve everyday functioning, particularly executive functioning (EF), is needed…
View article: Early Childhood Concussion
Early Childhood Concussion Open
The unconsolidated motor and cognitive skills that are typical of the early childhood period place infants, toddlers, and preschoolers at risk for a variety of traumatic injuries. Such injuries may include mild traumatic brain injury or co…
View article: SMART-goal domains and goal attainment in an individualized, goal-oriented intervention for children with acquired brain injury and their families
SMART-goal domains and goal attainment in an individualized, goal-oriented intervention for children with acquired brain injury and their families Open
ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT04798859.
View article: Stepped-Care Web-Based Parent Support Following Congenital Heart Disease: Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial
Stepped-Care Web-Based Parent Support Following Congenital Heart Disease: Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial Open
Background Early neurodevelopmental risks, compounded with traumatic medical experiences, contribute to emotional and behavioral challenges in as many as 1 in 2 children with congenital heart disease (CHD). Parents report a strong need for…
View article: Stepped-care online parent support following congenital heart disease: Protocol for a randomized control trial (Preprint)
Stepped-care online parent support following congenital heart disease: Protocol for a randomized control trial (Preprint) Open
BACKGROUND Early neurodevelopmental risks, compounded with traumatic medical experiences, contribute to emotional and behavioural challenges in as many as 1 in 2 children with congenital heart disease (CHD). Parents report a strong need f…
View article: Implementation of the Italian Version of the Teen Online Problem-Solving (TOPS) Program for adolescents with ABI: A Protocol for a Randomized Control Trial (Preprint)
Implementation of the Italian Version of the Teen Online Problem-Solving (TOPS) Program for adolescents with ABI: A Protocol for a Randomized Control Trial (Preprint) Open
BACKGROUND Pediatric acquired brain injury (ABI) is frequently associated with cognitive and socioemotional alterations. Targeted rehabilitation to improve everyday functioning, in particular executive functioning, is therefore needed to …
View article: Children and families with chronic pediatric acquired brain injury in need of rehabilitation: characteristics and main challenges in daily life
Children and families with chronic pediatric acquired brain injury in need of rehabilitation: characteristics and main challenges in daily life Open
Rehabilitation for pABI should have a broad, interdisciplinary, and family-centered approach, with school, fatigue, and emotional functioning of parents and children as potential core elements.
View article: Elucidating a genomic signature associated with behavioral and executive function after moderate to severe pediatric TBI: a systems biology informed approach
Elucidating a genomic signature associated with behavioral and executive function after moderate to severe pediatric TBI: a systems biology informed approach Open
Introduction: There is significant unexplained variability in behavioral and executive functioning after pediatric traumatic brain injury (TBI). Prior research indicates that there are likely genetic contributions; however, current researc…
View article: The feasibility and acceptability of integrating dogs into inpatient rehabilitation therapy with children with acquired brain injury
The feasibility and acceptability of integrating dogs into inpatient rehabilitation therapy with children with acquired brain injury Open
Introduction Children with acquired brain injury (ABI) are at risk for poor therapeutic engagement due to cognitive impairment, affect lability, pain, and fatigue. Animal‐assisted therapy (AAT) has the potential to improve patient engageme…
View article: Feasibility and acceptability of an online parenting intervention to address behaviour problems in moderately to extremely preterm pre‐school and school‐age children
Feasibility and acceptability of an online parenting intervention to address behaviour problems in moderately to extremely preterm pre‐school and school‐age children Open
Background Preterm birth is associated with adverse mental health outcomes, including internalizing problems, social difficulties and inattention. Interventions are needed beyond infancy and toddlerhood to support children and their famili…
View article: Barriers to Care and Perceived Need for Mental Health Services Among Adolescent and Emerging Adult Survivors of Pediatric Brain Tumors
Barriers to Care and Perceived Need for Mental Health Services Among Adolescent and Emerging Adult Survivors of Pediatric Brain Tumors Open
Purpose: Pediatric brain tumor survivors (PBTS) commonly experience mental health challenges, which can be exacerbated during adolescence and emerging adulthood (AEA). We examined survivors and caregivers' perceived need for mental health …
View article: 87 Suitability of the I-InTERACT-North Parenting Program for families with autistic children
87 Suitability of the I-InTERACT-North Parenting Program for families with autistic children Open
Objective: I-InTERACT-North is a stepped-care telepsychological parenting intervention designed to promote positive parenting skills and improve child behaviour. Initially developed for children with traumatic brain injury, our pilot study…
View article: 28 A Graph Theoretical Approach to Understanding Associations between Structural Connectivity and Improvements in Behavior of Children Born Very Preterm Following a Positive Parenting Intervention
28 A Graph Theoretical Approach to Understanding Associations between Structural Connectivity and Improvements in Behavior of Children Born Very Preterm Following a Positive Parenting Intervention Open
Objective: Children born very preterm (VPT; <32 weeks gestation) are at increased risk for long-term neurocognitive sequelae such as behavioral problems. These problems may be caused by disrupted brain development, particularly white matte…
View article: Stepping up to COVID-19: A Clinical Trial of a Telepsychology Positive Parenting Program Targeting Behavior Problems in Children With Neurological Risk
Stepping up to COVID-19: A Clinical Trial of a Telepsychology Positive Parenting Program Targeting Behavior Problems in Children With Neurological Risk Open
Objective To evaluate the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary efficacy of a stepped-care parenting program implemented during COVID-19 among families of behaviorally at-risk children with neurological or neurodevelopmental disorder…
View article: The Role of Speech-Language Pathologists in Expanding Delivery of Teen Online Problem Solving for Adolescents With Acquired Brain Injury: A Quality Improvement Project
The Role of Speech-Language Pathologists in Expanding Delivery of Teen Online Problem Solving for Adolescents With Acquired Brain Injury: A Quality Improvement Project Open
Purpose: Teen Online Problem Solving (TOPS) is an evidence-based teletherapy program designed to promote neurocognitive, behavioral, and psychosocial recovery following brain injury through family-centered training. To date, TOPS has been …
View article: Iterative Development of the Caregiver Wellness After Traumatic Brain Injury Program (CG-Well)
Iterative Development of the Caregiver Wellness After Traumatic Brain Injury Program (CG-Well) Open
Objectives: (1) To iteratively design a web/phone-based intervention to support caregivers of adults acutely following traumatic brain injury (TBI), Caregiver Wellness (CG-Well), and (2) to obtain qualitative and quantitative feedback on C…
View article: Caregivers matter: Neurological vulnerability for pediatric brain tumor survivors
Caregivers matter: Neurological vulnerability for pediatric brain tumor survivors Open
Background Pediatric brain tumor survivors (PBTS) are at risk of worse quality of life (QOL) due to the impact of neurotoxic treatments on the developing nervous system. Parenting factors such as protectiveness have been linked to worse QO…
View article: Widespread clinical implementation of the teen online problem-solving program: Progress, barriers, and lessons learned
Widespread clinical implementation of the teen online problem-solving program: Progress, barriers, and lessons learned Open
Objective We describe the clinical implementation in North America of Teen Online Problem Solving (TOPS), a 10+ session, evidence-based telehealth intervention providing training in problem-solving, emotion regulation, and communication sk…