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2024-03-27T03:12:12ZReentry Services in Non-urban Counties in Texas: A Directed Content Analysis of Reentry Provider Websites
http://hdl.handle.net/10106/31773
Reentry Services in Non-urban Counties in Texas: A Directed Content Analysis of Reentry Provider Websites
**Please note that the full text is embargoed until 08/01/2024** Health, social, and justice outcomes for returning residents after incarceration are concerning, with implications for service providers, especially in non-urban areas. Texas has made efforts to reduce its incarcerated population, but more attention is necessary to improve outcomes for returning residents. The state is only able to offer services to a small number of returning residents, and non-profit organizations are filling the gap of reentry service provision. This study aimed to understand what services are being offered by non-governmental reentry providers in non-urban areas of Texas through a mixed-methods, directed content analysis of reentry providers' websites. The results summarize features of reentry providers through descriptive statistics and explore services, guided by the domains listed in the National Reentry Resource Center’s toolkit and the constructs within the Well-Being Development Model. A snapshot of the current availability of key services offered by reentry providers in non-urban counties in Texas is presented along with analysis of the well-being constructs reflected on their websites. Critical findings outside of these frameworks include the emphasis on Christian-based service provision in non-urban areas and high use of volunteers for service delivery. These results can be used when planning a more supportive reentry network for returning residents in Texas.
2023-08-08T00:00:00ZThe Impacts of TF-CBT for Child and Adolescent Survivors of Sexual Abuse: A Systematic Review
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The Impacts of TF-CBT for Child and Adolescent Survivors of Sexual Abuse: A Systematic Review
**Please note that the full text is embargoed until 08/01/2025** The purpose of this systematic review is to expand on previous literature by examining the treatment impacts of TF-CBT on the specific population of child and adolescent survivors of sexual abuse. The review analyzed peer-reviewed journal articles from the years of 1991-2023. Using the software tool Covidence, 551 studies were initially imported, following thorough review by the first author, the final sample consisted of 16 studies. The results of the review are presented in three categories: studies without comparison groups, studies with comparison groups, and studies analyzing treatment components. All three categories reported significant improvements for outcome measures such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, shame, sexualized behavior, and others. The results indicate that TF-CBT has positive treatment impacts, including improvement in PTSD scores, symptom reduction for anxiety and depression, and behavioral improvement. In addition, TF-CBT was found to be effective for vulnerable populations that have survived CSA. Given the limitations of the studies, further research should be conducted. This systematic review concluded with policy and clinical implications for TF-CBT with survivors of CSA.
2023-08-08T00:00:00ZUSING A CULTURALLY ADAPTED LEARNING TOOL WITH LATINOS DIAGNOSED WITH DEPRESSION
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USING A CULTURALLY ADAPTED LEARNING TOOL WITH LATINOS DIAGNOSED WITH DEPRESSION
Due to stigma, low mental health knowledge, and cultural beliefs a significant number of
Latinos do not seek treatment for depression. Interventions and treatment methods that are culturally adapted and consider the patient's cultural perspective are minimal due to the lack of bilingual mental health providers. Using secondary data, this study reviewed a quantitative research study conducted at a community health center. The study conducted by Dr. Sanchez at a community health clinic, utilized a culturally adapted fotonovela as a depression education intervention (DEI) for Latinos diagnosed with depression. The purpose of this review was to analyze the effectiveness of the fotonovela at baseline and post intervention as measured by the Depression Knowledge Measure (DKM) and the Latino Stigma for Antidepressant Scale (LSAS). Analysis of the data revealed participants lacked knowledge and had uneasiness about taking antidepressants. Results concluded that psychoeducation and culturally adapted interventions/treatments could lead to Latinos improving their knowledge of depression and seeking treatment.
Effectiveness of Suicide Prevention Programs to Reduce Suicide Ideation and Behavior in Older Adults: A Systematic Review of the Literature from 2009-2016
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Effectiveness of Suicide Prevention Programs to Reduce Suicide Ideation and Behavior in Older Adults: A Systematic Review of the Literature from 2009-2016
A systematic review was conducted to replicate a previous systematic review and to examine the effectiveness of various suicide prevention interventions for the older adult population. A search through 6 databases presented 7 articles that met all elibility criteria. All included articles presented interventions for adults age 60 and over that resulted in a statistically significant reduction in suicide ideation or behavior. The programs were reviewed with the GRADE protocol, which measured the quality of methods and results, and included strengths and limitations of the studies. The discussion provided implications of intervention settings and suggestions for future directions for social work practicitioners.