Study on strategic planning for the sustainable and scalable integration of Parenting for Lifelong Health (PLH) in policy and service delivery in Thailand

Abstract

Children are at risk of being victims of violence and mistreatment, with rates assumed to be higher in low-and-middle-income countries (LMICs), including Thailand. The report focuses on reviewing international literature on frameworks and tools for scaling up social interventions, particularly evidence-based parenting support programs and programs to prevent violence against children, as well as best practices from High-Income Countries (HICs) and LMICs in scaling up social learning theory-based interventions, particularly parenting programs. This scoping review aimed to identify relevant literature on scaling up social interventions and public health programs. The search strategy involved searching academic databases and grey literature from international organizations, as well as recommendations from experts. Out of 91 identified publications, 77 were deemed relevant and included in the review. The literature was coded and analyzed based on constructs, frameworks, strategies, influencing factors, new tools, and new approaches to scaling up. According to the analysis of the review, scaling up evidence-based interventions (EBIs) is a complex process that requires careful planning and execution. There are several different frameworks and models that can be used to guide the scaling-up process. The most effective frameworks and models consider the specific context of the intervention and the target population. Scaling up EBIs can be challenging, but it is essential if we want to improve the lives of people around the world. It was recommended that specific actions to address violence against children in Thailand should include training parents, providing support, developing programs for positive parenting, as well as diversifying approaches to mitigate risks in scaling up efforts.