The Program Coping and Support Training (CAST) is an evidence-based prevention program for middle and high-school-aged youth. It is a 12-lesson skills training program, embedded in a positive-peer group culture, designed for just 6-8 youth. CAST is used across the US and Canada, in schools, community centers, and a wide variety of other youth-oriented agencies. Intended Audience CAST is intended for potential school dropouts—racially/ethnically diverse, aged 14-19 years who also showed elevated suicide risk. Implementation […]
Special Populations
Athletes Targeting Healthy Exercise and Nutrition Alternatives (ATHENA)
The Program ATHENA (Athletes Targeting Healthy Exercise and Nutrition Alternatives) is a scientifically proven program for female athletes. It addresses the connection between young women in sports, disordered eating behaviors, and body-shaping drug use. Its multiple components provide healthy sports nutrition and strength-training alternatives to the use of alcohol, illicit drugs, and performance-enhancing drugs. ATHENA […]
Telepsychology-Service Delivery for Depressed Elderly Veterans
Many rural veterans struggle to receive treatment for depression due to distance from the nearest VA health facility, difficulty with transportation, or mobility issues. Some veterans avoid mental health treatment because of the stigma associated with such care. Researchers and clinicians at the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center in Charleston, South Carolina, developed a […]
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Diagnosis, Treatment, and Telehealth Use in Adults
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that develops during childhood and can last into adulthood. Data from the National Center for Health Statistics Rapid Surveys System collected during October–November 2023 were used to estimate the prevalence of ADHD diagnosis and treatment among U.S. adults. In 2023, an estimated 15.5 million U.S. adults (6.0%) had […]
Family Psychoeducation
The Program Family psychoeducation (FPE) is a collaborative approach involving consumers with serious mental illnesses and their families, aimed at supporting recovery through education and support. The focus is on managing the illness rather than family dynamics. FPE provides practical information about mental illnesses, crisis resources, and skills training for coping, communication, and problem-solving. It […]
Preventing Long Term Anger and Aggression in Youth
The Program Preventing Long-term Anger and Aggression in Youth (PLAAY) is a culturally relevant, curriculum-based program modeled on the Racial Encounter Coping Appraisal and Socialization Theory (RECAST). This program focuses on utilizing physical activity and racial socialization to reduce stress, prepare youth to cope with stress and make healthier decisions in conflict situations. Racial and […]