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Implementing a new method of group toilet training in daycare centres Universiteit Antwerpen
Despite the existing methods, a trend towards a later initiation and completion of toilet training has been seen in Western society. This study is the first to investigate prospectively the efficacy of intensive group toilet training in daycare centres. The primary outcome of interest is the duration until the child is toilet trained. A cluster randomised controlled trial was established in daycare centres; clusters of participants were randomly ...
Parents' views on toilet training Universiteit Antwerpen
Aims The goals of this research were to investigate parents perceptions of toilet training and their beliefs and views on how to toilet train children. Methods Questionnaires were provided to parents of healthy children, aged 18-72 months, who were or had just finished toilet training. There were 928 questionnaires returned (38% response rate). After correcting for age compliance with the range stated in the study, 832 parents remained. Results ...
Delay in toilet training in healthy toddlers Universiteit Antwerpen
TT is a universal issue for children and one of the most important first steps toward independence. Researchers emphasize the importance of starting TT at the moment the child is ready and shows certain developmental skills and characteristics. But at the same time, parents tend to initiate TT at a later age, leading to a delayed acquisition of volitional bladder and bowel control. Delay in TT can lead to several disadvantageous consequences, ...
The Efficacy of a Wetting Alarm Diaper for Toilet Training of Young Healthy Children in a Day-Care Center: A Randomized Control Trial KU Leuven Universiteit Antwerpen
Aims: To evaluate, in a randomized controlled way, the use of a daytime wetting alarm in a day-care center during three consecutive weeks in healthy children. Methods: Thirty-nine healthy young children, between 18 and 30 months old, were selected at random for a wetting alarm diaper training (n = 27) or control wearing a placebo alarm (n = 12). Toilet behavior was observed during a period of 10 hr by independent observers before, at the end of, ...
Parents views on toilet training (TT) Universiteit Antwerpen
Background: In recent years, the age at which parents start and finish toilet training (TT) their children has increased. To cope with the problems caused by this later completion, it is essential to identify the beliefs and attitudes of the parents. Methods: Two thousand questionnaires were distributed to parents of children aged 30 to 36 months, attending 50 randomly selected schools in Antwerp, Belgium. Results: Too many children are toilet ...
Readiness signs used to define the proper moment to start toilet training Universiteit Antwerpen
Confusion exists about when to start toilet training, which causes stress and anxiety. Another consequence can be the actual postponement of the toilet training process, which has created extra social problems. Therefore, in this review we will focus on the proper moment to start toilet training, more specific on readiness signs. This will clarify on which topics further research is necessary. We searched databases for publications on toilet ...
Toilet training in children with a functional defecation disorder and concomitant symptoms of autism spectrum disorder KU Leuven
The purpose of this study was to determine the association between the presence of symptoms of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and the time of completion of toilet training in pediatric patients with a Functional Defecation Disorder (FDD). Consecutive children (4-12 yrs) presenting with FDD according to the ROME III criteria were screened for symptoms of ASD by two validated questionnaires; the Social Responsiveness Scale (SRS) and the Social ...
Development signs in healthy toddlers in different stages of toilet training Universiteit Antwerpen
There is much uncertainty about when to start toilet training. Age cannot be a strict stand-alone criterion, as every child has its own pace of development. We observed toilet training (TT) related development signs (DS) in healthy toddlers and determined which can help to define the proper time to start TT and to predict success. The study group consisted of 269 healthy children, in different stages of TT: not started, during, and after ...
Toilet training Universiteit Antwerpen
There is quite some literature on toilet training (TT) in children, and yet many questions remain. Definitions, assessment, psychological and other aspects, training methods, and the outcome will be among the topics covered in this chapter. That parental involvement is a must, and how all involved can be educated and supported is discussed. Data on the urinary and bowel TT are included. Notable items include development signs to use as TT ...