A Pilot Cluster Evaluation of an Experiential Learning–Based First Aid Training Program for Mothers of Children With Intellectual Disabilities

IF 2.2 3区医学 Q2 PSYCHOLOGY, EDUCATIONAL

Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities Pub Date : 2026-06-02 DOI:10.1111/jar.70255

Ayşe Sezer Balci, Kerime Öğüt Düzen

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Abstract

Aim

This study evaluated the effects of an experiential learning–based first aid training program on knowledge and self-efficacy among mothers of children with intellectual disabilities.

Methods

A pretest–posttest control-group design was conducted in four special education schools. The intervention group received a 4-week training program. Data were collected using the Self-Efficacy Scale for Home Accidents and the First Aid Information Form. Linear mixed-effects models assessed group × time effects, and intraclass correlation coefficients (ICCs) evaluated clustering.

Results

A significant group × time interaction was found for self-efficacy (p = 0.006), with greater improvement in the intervention group. The ICC was 0.21, indicating moderate clustering. Correct responses to several first aid items also increased.

Conclusion

Experiential learning–based training may improve first aid knowledge and self-efficacy. Findings remained robust after accounting for data dependencies but should be interpreted cautiously given the limited number of clusters.

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智障儿童母亲体验性学习急救培训项目试点集群评估。

目的：探讨体验式学习急救训练对智障儿童母亲的知识和自我效能感的影响。方法：对4所特殊教育学校进行前测后测对照组设计。干预组接受为期4周的培训。数据采用家庭事故自我效能感量表和急救信息表收集。线性混合效应模型评估组×时间效应，类内相关系数（ICCs）评估聚类。结果：自我效能感存在显著的组与时间交互作用（p = 0.006），干预组的改善更大。ICC为0.21，为中度聚类。对一些急救项目的正确反应也有所增加。结论：体验式学习培训可提高急救知识水平和自我效能感。在考虑了数据依赖性之后，研究结果仍然是可靠的，但考虑到集群数量有限，应谨慎解释。

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Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities Multiple-

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4.70

自引率

12.50%

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期刊介绍： JARID is an international, peer-reviewed journal which draws together findings derived from original applied research in intellectual disabilities. The journal is an important forum for the dissemination of ideas to promote valued lifestyles for people with intellectual disabilities. It reports on research from the UK and overseas by authors from all relevant professional disciplines. It is aimed at an international, multi-disciplinary readership. Topics covered include community living, quality of life, challenging behaviour, communication, sexuality, medication, ageing, supported employment, family issues, mental health, physical health, autism, economic issues, social networks, staff stress, staff training, epidemiology and service provision.