Evaluation of the PLUSS Model for Early Detection and Support of Neurodevelopmental and Behavioral Challenges in Preschool Children with Parental and Teacher Involvement

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are evaluating the PLUSS model, a collaborative approach involving guardians, healthcare, preschools, and social services in Jnkping County. The study focuses on early detection, evaluation, and treatment of behavioral problems and developmental delays in preschool children. It also assesses parental wellbeing and satisfaction with the model, aiming to reduce mental health issues among children and their families over time. The study includes a control group receiving usual care and an intervention group where parents participate in the PRIMUS parent training program over five half-day sessions. Preschool teachers may join a half-day education session alongside parents. For families needing additional support, a PLUSS toddler team develops individualized management plans and refers to specialists or provides targeted interventions like parent groups and web courses. Participants undergo assessments using questionnaires and observations, including the Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire and Childrens Engagement Questionnaire, to measure changes before and up to 24 weeks after intervention. Data collection involves parents, preschool teachers, and healthcare professionals, with privacy protections in place. The study observes childrens behavior, parental wellbeing, and family psychosocial problems, with results reported at the group level.

Early Detection and Intervention in Developmental Delay / Behavioral Problems in Preschool Children - PLUSS