Table 1.

Description of Treatment Parent Training Components

Session Titles	Discussion Topics
Building Relationships and Teaching Cooperation	TFC is an evidence-based intervention for youth Developing positive relationships with kids	Social Learning Theory model (ABCs) Building the Foundation: Tracking Behavior
Setting Expectations	The power of praise Building a trusting relationship one day at a time	Giving effective versus ineffective instructions Setting up, revising, or fine-tuning house rules
Use of Effective Parenting Tools to Enhance Cooperation	Button pushing What is a power struggle? What is a Conflict Cycle and what does it look like?	How to avoid and get out of a power struggle “You messages” vs. “I messages” Teachable moments Developing a behavior contract
Implementing Effective Consequences	What is a consequence? Time out Privilege removal Natural and logical consequences Restitution Work chores	Making behavior management work Consistency and follow-through What works and what doesn't When consequences are not working…What then?
Preparing Kids for the Future	The Transition to Independence Process (TIP) Family communication and problem solving Success at school starts at home	Developing short and long-range goals Essential life skills for transition to adulthood Problem-solving and decision-making Identifying resources – “Circle of Support”
Taking Care of Self	Family communication and problem-solving Recognizing, talking about and dealing with feelings Taking care of self	What's stress got to do with it? Pie of life Managing daily life stressors