Examining the Influence of Self-compassion Education and Training Upon Parents and Families When Caring for their Children : A Systematic Review
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Othman, Shwikar, Steen, Mary, Wepa, Dianne and McKellar, Lois. (2022). Examining the Influence of Self-compassion Education and Training Upon Parents and Families When Caring for their Children : A Systematic Review. Open Psychology Journal. 15(1), pp. 1-16. https://doi.org/10.2174/18743501-V15-E221020-2022-39
Authors | Othman, Shwikar, Steen, Mary, Wepa, Dianne and McKellar, Lois |
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Abstract | Background: It is well-recognized that early parenting significantly influences the health and well-being of children. However, many parents struggle with the daily demands of being a parent and feel overwhelmed and exhausted psychologically and physically. Encouraging self-care practices is essential for parents, and self-compassion may be a potential strategy to utilize. Objectives: The review aims to assess the influence and impact of providing self-compassion education for parents and families when caring for their children. Methods: This systematic review utilized Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) methodology. A three-stage search approach was undertaken that included seven electronic databases, registries and websites. These databases are Medline, Embase, PsycINFO, Emcare, Cochrane library, Scopus, and ProQuest. The included studies were appraised using the standardized critical appraisal instruments for evidence of effectiveness developed by JBI. Results: Ten studies met the inclusion criteria. Overall, the studies confirmed improved psychological well-being, and higher levels of self-compassion, kindness towards oneself and others, and mindfulness were reported. In addition, there were improvements in psychological well-being, decreased parental distress and perceived distress, lower levels of anxiety, and avoidance of negative experiences. Conclusion: The findings provide evidence to guide further research on developing, designing, facilitating, and evaluating self-compassion education programs and workshops for parents and families. PROSPERO registration: This systematic review title is registered at the International Prospective Register of Systematic Reviews: CRD42021225021. |
Keywords | Self-compassion; Parents; Families; Children; Systematic review; Parenting |
Year | 01 Jan 2022 |
Journal | Open Psychology Journal |
Journal citation | 15 (1), pp. 1-16 |
Publisher | Bentham Science Publishers |
ISSN | 1874-3501 |
Digital Object Identifier (DOI) | https://doi.org/10.2174/18743501-V15-E221020-2022-39 |
Web address (URL) | https://openpsychologyjournal.com/VOLUME/15/ELOCATOR/e187435012210190/ |
Open access | Open access |
Research or scholarly | Research |
Page range | 1-16 |
Publisher's version | License File Access Level Controlled |
Output status | Published |
Publication dates | |
Online | 19 Dec 2022 |
Publication process dates | |
Accepted | 29 Sep 2022 |
Deposited | 15 Nov 2024 |
Additional information | © 2022 Othman et al. |
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Place of publication | United Arab Emirates |
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