Core signal
What: A long-term follow-up meta-analysis synthesizing 27 studies (31 interventions) examining whether the effects of Behavioral Parent Training (BPT) are maintained after the program ends.
PRO Summary
How to read this card
Evidence scope
Who: Families of children with ADHD who completed BPT, followed up at an average of 5.3 months post-treatment.
Use principle
Results: At the average 5.3-month follow-up, small-to-moderate, statistically significant effects were maintained across ADHD symptoms, behavioral problems, positive parenting, parenting efficacy, and parent-child relationship quality.
Evidence Reading
What to check when interpreting the evidence
Study typeType: MetaAnalysis
PopulationTarget: Children with ADHD and their parents (long-term BPT follow-up synthesis)
EvidenceGrade: B
UseResults: At the average 5.3-month follow-up, small-to-moderate, statistically significant effects were maintained across ADHD symptoms, behavioral problems, positive parenting, parenting efficacy, and parent-child relationship quality.
Consultation Prep
Turn the card into questions before consultation
Even after a program ends, continuing to apply learned techniques (praise, environmental adjustment) consistently can help maintain the effects.
Record this as a question or context point before professional consultation.
Consider scheduling periodic check-ins with a professional after program completion.
Record this as a question or context point before professional consultation.
The best maintenance strategy for your child should be confirmed together with a professional.
Record this as a question or context point before professional consultation.
Limits
PRO use principles
Evidence scope
Limitations: The specific effect size (SMD) figures require verification from the full text; this card uses the qualitative descriptor "small-to-moderate." The average follow-up of 5.3 months means very long-term effects (1+ years) have not yet been sufficiently verified.
Hold individual application
Do not transfer group-level findings or review summaries directly to an individual case without considering family context, school context, comorbidity, and professional guidance.
Use principle
Disclaimer: This card is for informational purposes only and does not guarantee the effectiveness of any specific treatment program. Please consult a professional (healthcare provider, clinical psychologist) regarding parenting strategies and treatment plans.
Professional consultation
Parent training, caregiving support, and child ADHD management planning should be discussed with a qualified professional.
Scope Note
Notice and limits
Limitations: The specific effect size (SMD) figures require verification from the full text; this card uses the qualitative descriptor "small-to-moderate." The average follow-up of 5.3 months means very long-term effects (1+ years) have not yet been sufficiently verified.
Disclaimer: This card is for informational purposes only and does not guarantee the effectiveness of any specific treatment program. Please consult a professional (healthcare provider, clinical psychologist) regarding parenting strategies and treatment plans.