Evaluating a Primary Prevention Program Aimed to Strengthen Developmental Assets
Evaluating a Primary Prevention Program Aimed to Strengthen Developmental Assets

Author: Shelly Bloom

Publisher:

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 93

ISBN-13:

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Abstract: This project aims to study the outcomes associated with participation in a school-based primary violence prevention program in the middle school setting. The researcher conducted a case study using recent data from the Violence is NOT the Answer (VINTA) school-based primary prevention program, funded through a Midwestern public school system. VINTA's goal is to increase violence prevention by using a holistic model of enhancing other positive youth developmental factors. The data consists of information from pre and post tests from students' participation in this program and attendance records that track active participation as recorded by the program coordinators at each respective school. The conclusions are drawn from the data provided by VINTA. This project examines the effects of the VINTA program on youth outcomes. The researcher hypothesizes that students engaged in the VINTA program will gain developmental assets. Ultimately, the researcher hopes that the findings shed light on the types of supports schools need to provide to students in order to reduce youth violence. In particular, this study is relevant because it provides suggestions that can be applicable to the VINTA programs that are established in the elementary and high schools, too. The results of this study are important for identifying what works with VINTA's program and what could be improved; conclusions will indicate how other school-based programs can potentially be successful in addressing youth violence and positive youth development.

Best Practices in Prevention
Best Practices in Prevention

Author: Sally Hage

Publisher: SAGE

Published: 2012-12-20

Total Pages: 73

ISBN-13: 1452257973

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This second book in the Prevention Practice Kit provides counsellors, psychologists, and other mental health workers with practical steps that need to be considered by prevention practitioners as they engage with others in developing and delivering prevention projects. A context for engaging in prevention practice is provided, including discussion of how prevention fits with traditional models of psychology, descriptions of theoretical models for doing prevention practice, and examples of empirically-supported prevention interventions.

Drug Abuse Prevention
Drug Abuse Prevention

Author: Richard Wilson

Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Publishers

Published: 2010-03-25

Total Pages: 351

ISBN-13: 1449666698

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Using an evidence-based approach, Drug Abuse Prevention: A School and Community Partnership, Third Edition teaches students and practitioners the important concepts and skills needed to design effective drug prevention programs. Written to cover more than just the facts about drugs, this text provides a background of drug use and abuse, presents the principles and skills of prevention, with particular focus on adolescents and school settings, and reinforces the importance of schools forming community partnerships with key institutions and the application of policy tools to enhance the impact of education alone. Important Notice: The digital edition of this book is missing some of the images or content found in the physical edition.

Reducing Risks for Mental Disorders
Reducing Risks for Mental Disorders

Author: Institute of Medicine

Publisher: National Academies Press

Published: 1994-01-01

Total Pages: 636

ISBN-13: 0309049393

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The understanding of how to reduce risk factors for mental disorders has expanded remarkably as a result of recent scientific advances. This study, mandated by Congress, reviews those advances in the context of current research and provides a targeted definition of prevention and a conceptual framework that emphasizes risk reduction. Highlighting opportunities for and barriers to interventions, the book draws on successful models for the prevention of cardiovascular disease, injuries, and smoking. In addition, it reviews the risk factors associated with Alzheimer's disease, schizophrenia, alcohol abuse and dependence, depressive disorders, and conduct disorders and evaluates current illustrative prevention programs. The models and examination provide a framework for the design, application, and evaluation of interventions intended to prevent mental disorders and the transfer of knowledge about prevention from research to clinical practice. The book presents a focused research agenda, with recommendations on how to develop effective intervention programs, create a cadre of prevention researchers, and improve coordination among federal agencies.

Encyclopedia of Primary Prevention and Health Promotion
Encyclopedia of Primary Prevention and Health Promotion

Author: Thomas P. Gullotta

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2003-01-31

Total Pages: 1204

ISBN-13: 9780306472961

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Foundational topics such as history, ethics, and principles of primary prevention, as well as specific issues such as consultation, political issues, and financing. The second section addresses such topics as abuse, depression, eating disorders, HIV/AIDS, injuries, and religion and spirituality often dividing such topics into separate entries addressing childhood, adolescence, and adulthood.

Drug Abuse Prevention
Drug Abuse Prevention

Author: Dr. Richard W. Wilson

Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning

Published: 2011-08-24

Total Pages: 351

ISBN-13: 0763771589

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"Drug Abuse Prevention: A School and Community Partnership, Third Edition", takes an evidence-based approach to teach students the important concepts and skills needed to design effective drug prevention programs. Covering more than just the facts, this text provides a background of drug use and abuse and presents the principles and skills of prevention, with particular focus on adolescents and school settings. It reinforces the importance of schools forming community partnerships with key institutions and the application of policy tools to enhance the impact of education alone. -- From publisher's description.

Positive Youth Development
Positive Youth Development

Author: Richard Lerner

Publisher: Academic Press

Published: 2011-09-26

Total Pages: 435

ISBN-13: 0123864925

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Each chapter provides in-depth discussions and this volume serves as an invaluable resource for Developmental or educational psychology researchers, scholars, and students. Includes chapters that highlight some of the most recent research in the area of Positive Youth Development Each chapter provides in-depth discussions An invaluable resource for developmental or educational psychology researchers, scholars, and students

Community Programs to Promote Youth Development
Community Programs to Promote Youth Development

Author: Institute of Medicine

Publisher: National Academies Press

Published: 2002-02-12

Total Pages: 432

ISBN-13: 0309072751

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After-school programs, scout groups, community service activities, religious youth groups, and other community-based activities have long been thought to play a key role in the lives of adolescents. But what do we know about the role of such programs for today's adolescents? How can we ensure that programs are designed to successfully meet young people's developmental needs and help them become healthy, happy, and productive adults? Community Programs to Promote Youth Development explores these questions, focusing on essential elements of adolescent well-being and healthy development. It offers recommendations for policy, practice, and research to ensure that programs are well designed to meet young people's developmental needs. The book also discusses the features of programs that can contribute to a successful transition from adolescence to adulthood. It examines what we know about the current landscape of youth development programs for America's youth, as well as how these programs are meeting their diverse needs. Recognizing the importance of adolescence as a period of transition to adulthood, Community Programs to Promote Youth Development offers authoritative guidance to policy makers, practitioners, researchers, and other key stakeholders on the role of youth development programs to promote the healthy development and well-being of the nation's youth.

Developmental Psychopathology, Volume 3
Developmental Psychopathology, Volume 3

Author: Dante Cicchetti

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2006-03-31

Total Pages: 962

ISBN-13: 0470050063

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Developmental Psychopathology, Volume 3, Risk, Disorder, and Adaptation provides a life span developmental perspective on "high-risk" conditions and mental disorders. Moreover, it examines developmental pathways to resilient adaptation in the face of adversity.