Identifying the Common Elements of Early Childhood Interventions Supporting Cognitive Development in Low‑ and Middle‑Income Countries
Author team: Kamilla Mamedova, Christina A. Laurenzi, Sarah Gordon, Mark Tomlinson & Pasco Fearon.
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Read the full paper here: https://doi.org/10.1007/s42844-023-00105-0
What we did
To improve child development outcomes, it's vital for researchers and policy-makers to know what works. To find this out, we need to collect evidence. This paper reviewed psychosocial interventions in lower- and middle-income countries (LMICs).
What we found out
1. The most effective techniques identified were:
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Caregiver psychoeducation |
Play/pretend |
| Talking to baby | Responsive parenting |
| Use of toys | Attachment building. |
2. The most effective interventions tended to:
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Have a longer duration |
Be more intensive | Address mothers' mental health |
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