Abstract
ABSTRACT Parent–child psychotherapy (PIP) is recommended for maltreated children. This review provides a synthesis of PIP outcomes for parents, children, and their relationship. Eight databases were searched with 16 studies fitting the inclusion criteria. Most studies found improvements in parental mental health. Mixed results were obtained for child development and the attachment relationship. Those with >4 previous traumas benefited more from PIP than those in comparison groups. Clinical implications include the importance of screening for trauma to support access to treatment. Treatment fidelity, small samples, and confounding variables may limit the reliability and validity of results. Further research is needed.
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