Turkish Parents as Teachers: Teaching Parents How to Teach Self-care and Domestic Skills to Their Children with Mental Retardation

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to determine the effectiveness of a parent training program teaching self-care and domestic skills to children with mental retardation. The study was conducted with three mothers, their children and classroom teachers. Multiple probe across behaviors design was used. Experimental procedure consisted of three meetings and a home visit. Results of the study showed that children achieved the target skills independently. They continued to use these skills during the follow up phase. Overall findings indicated that parent training program was effective on teaching self-care and domestic skills.