An Organizational Capacity-Building Program to Enhance Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health

Colarossi, Lisa G.; Betancourt, Gabriela; Perez, Amanda; Weidl, Meghan; Morales, Haydeé

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“…Further, additional research is needed to explore the potential for parent education to have a broader reach within the community and over time, as parents may communicate sexuality information to other parents as well as youth for whom they serve as supportive adults, even if not their guardians. Such information sharing may be a part of community capacity building interventions, which are intended to be more sustainable than discrete educational sessions with just youth themselves (Colarossi, Betancourt, Perez, Weidl, & Morales, 2013). Moreover, ancillary parent education may serve to enhance the effectiveness of evidenced-based youth sex education programs.…”

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Adult Role Models: Feasibility, Acceptability, and Initial Outcomes for Sex Education

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American Journal of Sexuality Education

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We present the feasibility and acceptability of a parent sexuality education program led by peer educators in community settings. We also report the results of an outcome evaluation with 71 parents who were randomized to the intervention or a control group, and surveyed one month prior to and six months after the 4-week intervention. The program was highly feasible and acceptable to participants, and the curriculum was implemented with a high level of fidelity and facilitator quality. Pilot data show promising outcomes for increasing parental knowledge, communication, and monitoring of their adolescent children.

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Adult Role Models: Feasibility, Acceptability, and Initial Outcomes for Sex Education

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American Journal of Sexuality Education

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“…At the outermost level, health systems factors, and specifically issues with access to and delivery of FP care (e.g., cost, logistical barriers, capacity), have often been the emphasis of adolescent SRH research in both developing and developed settings (Colarossi et al 2014; Hokororo et al 2015; Mathews et al 2015). Our study builds upon this work to suggest that quality of care (or lack thereof) and qualitative interactions within the health system are also important, understudied determinants of adolescent SRH in Sub-Saharan Africa.…”

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Multiple levels of social influence on adolescent sexual and reproductive health decision-making and behaviors in Ghana

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Little is known about the multilevel social determinants of adolescent sexual and reproductive health (SRH) that shape the use of family planning (FP) among young women in Africa. We conducted in-depth, semi-structured, qualitative interviews with 63 women aged 15–24 years in Accra and Kumasi, Ghana. We used purposive, stratified sampling to recruit women from community-based sites. Interviews were conducted in English or local languages, recorded, and transcribed verbatim. Grounded theory-guided thematic analysis identified salient themes. Three primary levels of influence emerged as shaping young women’s SRH experiences, decision-making, and behaviors. Interpersonal influences (peers, partners, and parents) were both supportive and unsupportive influences on sexual debut, contraceptive (non) use, and pregnancy resolution. Community influences included perceived norms about acceptability/unacceptability of adolescent sexual activity and its consequences (pregnancy, childbearing, abortion). Macro-social influences involved religion and abstinence and teachings about premarital sex, lack of comprehensive sex education, and limited access to confidential, quality SRH care. The willingness and ability of young women in our study to use FP methods and services were affected, often negatively, by factors operating within and across each level. These findings have implications for research, programs, and policies to address social determinants of adolescent SRH.

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“…Numerous authors have noted the need for training around issues of sexuality for adolescents with an ASD (Hatten & Tector, ; Klet & Turan, ; Koller, ; Sullivan & Caterino, ). Colarossi, Betancourt, Perez, Weidi, & Morales () described a capacity‐building program to enhance training focused on sexuality and health. Although Colarossi et al () discussed protocols for typically developing adolescents, the model and community partnerships could be considered for adolescents with an ASD.…”

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“…Colarossi, Betancourt, Perez, Weidi, & Morales () described a capacity‐building program to enhance training focused on sexuality and health. Although Colarossi et al () discussed protocols for typically developing adolescents, the model and community partnerships could be considered for adolescents with an ASD. Colarossi et al () described partnerships with agencies providing after‐school education and with Planned Parenthood.…”

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“…Although Colarossi et al () discussed protocols for typically developing adolescents, the model and community partnerships could be considered for adolescents with an ASD. Colarossi et al () described partnerships with agencies providing after‐school education and with Planned Parenthood. When considering building capacity for an educational program focused on sexuality, the capacity‐building team may want to investigate health care agencies in the community that are equipped to provide assistance or resources.…”

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Capacity Building: Evidence‐based Practice and Adolescents on the Autism Spectrum

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2013

Psychology in the Schools

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Empirical research in the treatment of autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) has resulted in the identification of numerous evidence-based interventions (EBIs). Adolescents with an ASD are faced with unique academic challenges, complex social environments, and physiological changes. They often require interventions to aid in acclimating to their evolving social environments and physical changes. One of the many challenges for practitioners working with adolescents is turning research findings into practice. We provide a framework to build capacity within a middle or high-school setting to implement EBIs for adolescent students with an ASD. Key elements of implementing EBIs in the school setting include: developing a team of professionals dedicated to achieving a system change, a systematic plan, monitoring progress, and a plan for sustainability. Teacher training is an essential part of implementing EBIs in an educational setting. Empirical evidence suggests that teacher training consists of different strategies including in-vivo training. Accessing resources outside of the school system, such as professionals at universities and teaching hospitals, can aid in training and other aspects of implementing EBIs in the classroom. C 2013 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.

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An Organizational Capacity-Building Program to Enhance Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health

Abstract: Organizational systems change may create a broader, more sustainable environment for increasing communication between youth and adults and increasing resources to promote sexual health.

Cited by 10 publications

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Adult Role Models: Feasibility, Acceptability, and Initial Outcomes for Sex Education

Adult Role Models: Feasibility, Acceptability, and Initial Outcomes for Sex Education

Multiple levels of social influence on adolescent sexual and reproductive health decision-making and behaviors in Ghana

Capacity Building: Evidence‐based Practice and Adolescents on the Autism Spectrum

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