The objective of this study is to describe feedback on a multimedia violence prevention program. Professionals and laypersons provided feedback regarding a multimedia CD program by completing an anonymous form. Feedback was obtained from 66% of participants (314). In general, participants felt more comfortable managing childhood aggression after the program (p<0.001). Pediatric residents felt more comfortable counseling parents (p<0.001). Approximately 90% of participants would either strongly or very strongly recommend the program to others. Multimedia programs can increase comfort level with managing childhood aggression, suggesting that they hold promise for use as adjunctive violence prevention tools.
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