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Academia Mental Health and Well-Being, Sep 30, 2024

Evaluability assessments are being used by organizations more frequently to improve the effective... more Evaluability assessments are being used by organizations more frequently to improve the effective outcomes of programs. This study presents a model for examining the evaluability of 11 community-based drug misuse prevention programs funded by a state government office. This paper aims to provide further understanding and an overview of the application of evaluability assessment. It demonstrates the use of The Five-Tiered Approach to Evaluation as a conceptual framework to assess the preparedness of these programs for outcome evaluation and pinpoint areas that require additional development prior to outcome evaluation. The research focuses on the adoption of an evaluation methodology for use by a government agency to assist in drug prevention programs as they move toward outcome evaluation. The results found six programs ready for outcome evaluation, notwithstanding the wide range in program readiness revealed by the findings. The absence of clear, quantifiable goals, insufficient capacity for data gathering, and poor community engagement are among the main barriers to beginning an outcome evaluation. To enhance assessment efforts, recommendations include educating program personnel on how to set reasonable goals, enhancing data gathering techniques, and cultivating community connections. This study emphasizes how crucial evaluability assessment is.

1. Case Studies in Generalist Practice. 2. Case Studies in Integrating Theory and Practice. 3. Ca... more 1. Case Studies in Generalist Practice. 2. Case Studies in Integrating Theory and Practice. 3. Case Studies in Child and Family Welfare. 4. Case Studies in Family Therapy. 5. Case Studies in Treating Adult Problems. 6. Case Studies in Preventing Problems and Developing Resourcefulness. 7. Case Studies in Group Work. 8. Case Studies in Diversity. 9. Case Studies in Using Practice Evaluation.

PubMed, 1990

Risk-assessment instruments are increasingly being used, the majority of research evaluating such... more Risk-assessment instruments are increasingly being used, the majority of research evaluating such instruments with adult offenders. The purpose of this study was to compare three models being used to predict recidivism in juvenile offenders. Discriminant analysis was used to examine the extent to which these various models could discriminate between recidivists and nonrecidivists. The results indicated that only one model had adequate predictability. Since little research has been done with risk-prediction instruments for juvenile offenders, these results offer tentative promise for the future development of such an instrument.

... Course Perspectives on Human Development 35 Life-Span Perspective 36 Life-CoursePerspective 3... more ... Course Perspectives on Human Development 35 Life-Span Perspective 36 Life-CoursePerspective 39 Focus on ... The African American White Disparity 225 Circumcision 226 Focus on Multiculturalism: Cultural Differences of Newborns 226 Social Strengths, Hazards ...

SAGE Publications, Inc. eBooks, May 15, 2012

Journal of Social Service Research, Apr 18, 1991

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Health Education & Behavior, Aug 3, 2017

Adolescent females continue to face health consequences associated with risky sexual behaviors su... more Adolescent females continue to face health consequences associated with risky sexual behaviors such as unintended pregnancies and sexually transmitted diseases. The purpose of this study was to investigate the efficacy of a gender-specific intervention targeted to early adolescent females. This study used an intent to treat randomized clinical trial comparing a broad-based female empowerment curriculum with a dose-matched science and technology female leadership curriculum. The sample ( N = 801) was recruited from schools and was implemented in community-based settings mostly in an after school context. Assessments were conducted at baseline, postintervention, 6-, and 18-month follow-up time periods. Both groups in the study obtained good implementation and engagement. The average attendance rate was 81% of program sessions. There were significant differences between the two groups favoring the intervention group on measures of sexually transmitted disease knowledge and condom technical skills. On a measure of condom self-efficacy, there was a significant trend. At the postassessment, there was a significant difference on the intentions to reduce sexual risk behaviors. Both the intervention and control groups made gains on the self-assertive behavior scale. Gender-specific programs for early adolescent females can help reduce indicators that are related to sexual risk reduction. More long-term follow-up is needed to assess impact on sexual behaviors. Efforts directed at a younger population of females should continue to be researched for potential in reducing sexual risks.

Social Work Research and Abstracts, Mar 1, 1992

Journal of Drug Education, Jun 1, 2009

This study examined predictors of substance use and negative activity involvement among a diverse... more This study examined predictors of substance use and negative activity involvement among a diverse sample of European American, African American, Hispanic, Native American, and multiracial early adolescents (n = 749) living in a large urban city in the Southwest United States. This study investigated a broad set of predictor variables that tap sociodemographic, peer, family, community, and school influences. Overall, findings from this study confirm that lifetime substance use remains high among youth of color. Of particular concern is this study's finding that multiracial adolescents are at elevated risk to use substances and engage in negative activities. The implications of this study for understanding how risk factors are influenced by race and other variables on different measures of problem behavior are discussed.

Children & schools, 1982

Abstract School social workers can help improve the mental health of families by training parents... more Abstract School social workers can help improve the mental health of families by training parents in child-raising techniques. The authors describe a successful preventive program of parent education that included measures of effectiveness and made use of lectures, group ...

... New York Maxwell Macmillan Canada Toronto Maxwell Macmillan International New York Oxford Sin... more ... New York Maxwell Macmillan Canada Toronto Maxwell Macmillan International New York Oxford Singapore Sydney Page 8. Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data Handbook of child and adolescent treatment manuals/edited by Craig LeCroy. p. cm. ...

... or to prevent substance abuse (eg, Botvin, Schinke, Epstein, Diaz, & Botvin, 1995; Bruene... more ... or to prevent substance abuse (eg, Botvin, Schinke, Epstein, Diaz, & Botvin, 1995; Bruene-Butler, Hampson, Elias, Clabby, & Schuyler, 1997; Caplan et al., 1992; Ellickson, Bell, & McGuigan, 1993; Hawkins, Catalano, Kosterman, Abbott, & ... “I like this song!” Melissa says about ...

... Handbook of Prevention and Intervention Programs for Adolescent Girls Edited by Craig Winston... more ... Handbook of Prevention and Intervention Programs for Adolescent Girls Edited by Craig Winston LeCroy and Joyce Elizabeth Mann Copyright © 2008 ... and Gilligan (1992) such as Making Connec-tions: The Relational Worlds of Adolescent Girls at the Emma Willard School and ...

The case study method of teaching social work practice diverges from many, more traditional textb... more The case study method of teaching social work practice diverges from many, more traditional textbook approaches with good reason. Social work is a hands–on field, and Case Studies in Child, Adolescent, and Family Treatment allows learners to participate in the real–world practice by presenting authentic perspectives and generating critical thought. This book is a particularly valuable take on the case study method because, instead of focusing only on the experiences of one or two practitioners, it brings practitioner narratives together with the voices of policymakers, students, parents, and academics.

Prevention and Family Support, for their guidance and support. The members of the Healthy Familie... more Prevention and Family Support, for their guidance and support. The members of the Healthy Families Arizona Steering Committee are thanked for their long term commitment, enthusiasm and leadership in Arizona (a list of members is included in the appendices). Thank you to the Healthy Families Arizona program managers and supervisors, who have worked diligently to ensure data are collected, submitted, and shared with staff for program improvement. Family Assessment Workers, Family Support Specialists and support staff at the sites have dutifully collected the data, and have participated in the evaluation process-all of whom help to tell an accurate story about Healthy Families Arizona. Lastly, we acknowledge the families who have received Healthy Families Arizona services.