Exploring Parents’ Perspectives on the Positive Discipline Program for Children Aged 0–6: A Qualitative Study

Dayilar Candan H., Kaya Meral D., ARKAN B.

Child and Family Behavior Therapy, 2026 (SSCI, Scopus) identifier identifier

  • Yayın Türü: Makale / Tam Makale
  • Basım Tarihi: 2026
  • Doi Numarası: 10.1080/07317107.2026.2669139
  • Dergi Adı: Child and Family Behavior Therapy
  • Derginin Tarandığı İndeksler: Social Sciences Citation Index (SSCI), Scopus, Child Development & Adolescent Studies, CINAHL, Educational research abstracts (ERA), Psycinfo, Violence & Abuse Abstracts
  • Anahtar Kelimeler: early childhood, parental experiences, parenting education, qualitative research, The Positive Discipline Program
  • Bursa Uludağ Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet

Özet

This qualitative phenomenological study explored the experiences of 18 mothers in an eight-session online the Positive Discipline Program. Findings revealed two primary themes: “Reconstructing Parenting” and “The Social and Experiential Dimension.” Participants reported increased self-awareness and emotional regulation, alongside adopting more reflective and empathic parenting practices. They perceived greater sensitivity to children’s emotional needs and a shift away from authoritarian approaches. Furthermore, the group-based structure facilitated perceived peer support and normalization of challenges. Overall, parents experienced the program as a supportive, relationship-oriented intervention that enhanced their sense of parental competence and improved family interactions during early childhood.