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Research paper thumbnail of Truancy reduction and prevention: the impact of provider contact in intervention efficacy

Truancy is a problem in a majority of schools and communities throughout the United States. The c... more Truancy is a problem in a majority of schools and communities throughout the United States. The challenge truancy presents results in several multi-layered issues, ranging from withdrawal from school to loss of school funding. Students who are absent from school on a regular basis are at higher risk of not completing their secondary education, having fewer job opportunities as adults, earning lower wages, relying on welfare, and being incarcerated. Because multiple negative consequences result from truancy, current interventions and policies can increase our understanding of ways to reduce and prevent this problem. This study integrated secondary data analysis provided by a truancy prevention and reduction program currently being implemented in a rapidly growing metropolitan area in the state of Texas. The goal of the study was to identify whether the investigated intervention is effective in alleviating the effects of truancy on students at risk. RESULTS show that increased time wi...

Research paper thumbnail of Trauma informed adventure therapy with children and families affected by abuse

Research paper thumbnail of Erratum to: Family Enrichment Adventure Therapy: A Mixed Methods Study Examining the Impact of Trauma-Informed Adventure Therapy on Children and Families Affected by Abuse

Journal of Child & Adolescent Trauma, 2017

The original version of this article unfortunately contained a mistake. The name of Federico Borr... more The original version of this article unfortunately contained a mistake. The name of Federico Borroel was misspelled. The correct name is now presented above.

Research paper thumbnail of Family Enrichment Adventure Therapy: A Mixed Methods Study Examining the Impact of Trauma-Informed Adventure Therapy on Children and Families Affected by Abuse

Journal of Child & Adolescent Trauma, 2017

Child abuse is epidemic in the United States and has dire long-term consequences. Innovative inte... more Child abuse is epidemic in the United States and has dire long-term consequences. Innovative interventions are needed to address the negative cognitive, affective and behavioral effects of child abuse. This mixed-method study examined if adventure therapy is 1) an effective mental health intervention for child and adolescent survivors of abuse and neglect, and 2) an effective intervention for families affected by abuse and neglect. The effectiveness of the adventure therapy intervention was measured by a reduction in child trauma symptoms and improved family functioning, as reported via the Trauma Symptom Checklist for Children (TSCC), the Family Assessment Device (FAD), as well as qualitative data gathered via family focus groups. Findings showed that trauma-informed adventure therapy with youth and families affected by abuse reduces trauma symptomology in youth and improves family functioning, particularly in the areas of communication, closeness and problem-solving skills.

Research paper thumbnail of Utilizing Outdoor Adventure Therapy to Increase Hope and Well-Being Among Women at a Homeless Shelter

Journal of Outdoor Recreation, Education, and Leadership, 2020

Women experiencing homelessness have high levels of psychosocial distress related to complex trau... more Women experiencing homelessness have high levels of psychosocial distress related to complex trauma, barriers to mental health treatment, and social isolation. The HOPE Adventure Therapy program utilized outdoor adventure therapy to increase hope and well-being among women homeless shelter residents. Using the Hope Scale and the Outcome Rating Scale, this exploratory, quasi-experimental study measured differences in hope and well-being between women who did and did not participate in the HOPE Adventure Therapy program. Women who participated in adventure therapy reported significant improvements in social and interpersonal well-being. Additionally, higher attendance in adventure therapy predicted larger improvements in wellbeing for residents in a women’s shelter. Future studies can further explore outdoor adventure therapy and experiential interventions to address gaps in service for women experiencing homelessness. Subscribe to JOREL

Research paper thumbnail of Family Enrichment Adventure Therapy: A Mixed Methods Study Examining the Impact of Trauma-Informed Adventure Therapy on Children and Families Affected by Abuse

Journal of Child & Adolescent Trauma, 2017

Child abuse is epidemic in the United States and has dire long-term consequences. Innovative inte... more Child abuse is epidemic in the United States and has dire long-term consequences. Innovative interventions are needed to address the negative cognitive, affective and behavioral effects of child abuse. This mixed-method study examined if adventure therapy is 1) an effective mental health intervention for child and adolescent survivors of abuse and neglect, and 2) an effective intervention for families affected by abuse and neglect. The effectiveness of the adventure therapy intervention was measured by a reduction in child trauma symptoms and improved family functioning, as reported via the Trauma Symptom Checklist for Children (TSCC), the Family Assessment Device (FAD), as well as qualitative data gathered via family focus groups. Findings showed that trauma-informed adventure therapy with youth and families affected by abuse reduces trauma symptomology in youth and improves family functioning, particularly in the areas of communication, closeness and problem-solving skills.

Research paper thumbnail of Truancy reduction and prevention: the impact of provider contact in intervention efficacy

Truancy is a problem in a majority of schools and communities throughout the United States. The c... more Truancy is a problem in a majority of schools and communities throughout the United States. The challenge truancy presents results in several multi-layered issues, ranging from withdrawal from school to loss of school funding. Students who are absent from school on a regular basis are at higher risk of not completing their secondary education, having fewer job opportunities as adults, earning lower wages, relying on welfare, and being incarcerated. Because multiple negative consequences result from truancy, current interventions and policies can increase our understanding of ways to reduce and prevent this problem. This study integrated secondary data analysis provided by a truancy prevention and reduction program currently being implemented in a rapidly growing metropolitan area in the state of Texas. The goal of the study was to identify whether the investigated intervention is effective in alleviating the effects of truancy on students at risk. RESULTS show that increased time wi...

Research paper thumbnail of Trauma informed adventure therapy with children and families affected by abuse

Research paper thumbnail of Erratum to: Family Enrichment Adventure Therapy: A Mixed Methods Study Examining the Impact of Trauma-Informed Adventure Therapy on Children and Families Affected by Abuse

Journal of Child & Adolescent Trauma, 2017

The original version of this article unfortunately contained a mistake. The name of Federico Borr... more The original version of this article unfortunately contained a mistake. The name of Federico Borroel was misspelled. The correct name is now presented above.

Research paper thumbnail of Family Enrichment Adventure Therapy: A Mixed Methods Study Examining the Impact of Trauma-Informed Adventure Therapy on Children and Families Affected by Abuse

Journal of Child & Adolescent Trauma, 2017

Child abuse is epidemic in the United States and has dire long-term consequences. Innovative inte... more Child abuse is epidemic in the United States and has dire long-term consequences. Innovative interventions are needed to address the negative cognitive, affective and behavioral effects of child abuse. This mixed-method study examined if adventure therapy is 1) an effective mental health intervention for child and adolescent survivors of abuse and neglect, and 2) an effective intervention for families affected by abuse and neglect. The effectiveness of the adventure therapy intervention was measured by a reduction in child trauma symptoms and improved family functioning, as reported via the Trauma Symptom Checklist for Children (TSCC), the Family Assessment Device (FAD), as well as qualitative data gathered via family focus groups. Findings showed that trauma-informed adventure therapy with youth and families affected by abuse reduces trauma symptomology in youth and improves family functioning, particularly in the areas of communication, closeness and problem-solving skills.

Research paper thumbnail of Utilizing Outdoor Adventure Therapy to Increase Hope and Well-Being Among Women at a Homeless Shelter

Journal of Outdoor Recreation, Education, and Leadership, 2020

Women experiencing homelessness have high levels of psychosocial distress related to complex trau... more Women experiencing homelessness have high levels of psychosocial distress related to complex trauma, barriers to mental health treatment, and social isolation. The HOPE Adventure Therapy program utilized outdoor adventure therapy to increase hope and well-being among women homeless shelter residents. Using the Hope Scale and the Outcome Rating Scale, this exploratory, quasi-experimental study measured differences in hope and well-being between women who did and did not participate in the HOPE Adventure Therapy program. Women who participated in adventure therapy reported significant improvements in social and interpersonal well-being. Additionally, higher attendance in adventure therapy predicted larger improvements in wellbeing for residents in a women’s shelter. Future studies can further explore outdoor adventure therapy and experiential interventions to address gaps in service for women experiencing homelessness. Subscribe to JOREL

Research paper thumbnail of Family Enrichment Adventure Therapy: A Mixed Methods Study Examining the Impact of Trauma-Informed Adventure Therapy on Children and Families Affected by Abuse

Journal of Child & Adolescent Trauma, 2017

Child abuse is epidemic in the United States and has dire long-term consequences. Innovative inte... more Child abuse is epidemic in the United States and has dire long-term consequences. Innovative interventions are needed to address the negative cognitive, affective and behavioral effects of child abuse. This mixed-method study examined if adventure therapy is 1) an effective mental health intervention for child and adolescent survivors of abuse and neglect, and 2) an effective intervention for families affected by abuse and neglect. The effectiveness of the adventure therapy intervention was measured by a reduction in child trauma symptoms and improved family functioning, as reported via the Trauma Symptom Checklist for Children (TSCC), the Family Assessment Device (FAD), as well as qualitative data gathered via family focus groups. Findings showed that trauma-informed adventure therapy with youth and families affected by abuse reduces trauma symptomology in youth and improves family functioning, particularly in the areas of communication, closeness and problem-solving skills.