PST is an 8-session coping skills parent training program. The first session focuses on general parenting
principles, stress and coping, general problem-solving skills, and the “do’s” and “don’ts” of parenting. The 2nd
through 8th sessions focus on individualized problem-solving, modeling and rehearsal, and a specific skill
trainings such as replacing negative thoughts with positive thoughts, psychoeducation about drugs and alcohol,
communication skills, using positive and negative consequences, establishing and maintaining house rules, and
issues related to adolescent’s treatment and post-treatment planning