First Posted at Australian Policy Online , 12-09-2007.

This study investigates the economic case for the implementation of the Triple P Positive Parenting Program on a population basis in Queensland, Australia, in order to reduce the prevalence of conduct disorder in children. It concludes that Triple P is likely to be a worthwhile use of limited health funds.

The study was carried out by Cathrine Mihalopoulos and others and published in the Australian and New Zealand Journal of Psychiatry.

Read the full text of Does the Triple P-Positive Parenting Program provide value for money? (PDF file).