Positive parenting of children with developmental disabilities: A meta-analysis

► We examined association of parenting and outcomes for children with developmental disabilities. ► 1990-2008, 14 studies with 576 participants, 41% female, 50% with Down syndrome. ► Random effects weighted average effect size indicates moderate significant association. ► Effect sizes higher for older parents, younger children, and Down syndrome. ► Overall beneficial effect of positive parenting on functional outcome of children.