Learning about domestic violence: young people's responses to a Healthy Relationships programme

Bell, Jo; Stanley, Nicky

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“…50,[57][58][59][60][61][62][63][64][65][66][67][68][69][70] Fourteen programmes were reported on (two of which overlapped with the programmes in the trials 56,66 ). Seven of these eight papers were based in the USA, [59][60][61][62][63]65,68,69 three in Canada, 64,67,70 two in the UK 57,58 and one in India 66 (a test of the transferability of the 'Coaching Boys into Men' programme examined originally in a US context). 44 The date range for these studies was wider: 1992-2014.…”

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“…43,44,[57][58][59] Eight papers include multiple testing of data for analyses that were apparently determined post hoc, making at least some of the analyses exploratory rather than confirmatory. Some of these do not report correction for multiple testing or the processes used for this are unclear, [45][46][47][48]60 while others report at least some correction for this.…”

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“…In one case, only summary statistics are given for the post-test data, and so the number who completed the post-test instruments cannot be determined. 64 Krajewski et al 69 did not provide any data about how many of the 239 students who completed baseline measures went on to complete post-test surveys, and in five studies 57,59,63,64,67 the number completing baseline instruments and/or attending the intervention was not stated.…”

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“…Two studies were undertaken in the UK, 57,58 and one in India. 66 None of these were randomised trials.…”

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“…Across the programmes/studies, 10 (11 publications) included students aged 11, 12 and/or 13 years old; [47][48][49]57,59,61,[63][64][65]68,69 eight (14 publications) included 14-, 15-, 16-and/or 17-year-olds; 43,45,46,50,54,56,58,[60][61][62]64,67,68,70 'Coaching Boys into Men' in the USA included grades 9-12 (ages 14-17 years 44 ), and in India, ages 10-16 years; 66 and one included families with teenagers and so the paper did not report on the age of the young people involved separately ('Families for Safe Dates'). 53 The UK and Canadian studies did not include young people under the age of 12 years, and so all of the data on younger children come from Participants who do not engage, dropout or are lost to follow-up…”

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Preventing domestic abuse for children and young people (PEACH): a mixed knowledge scoping review

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BackgroundA range of interventions that aim to prevent domestic abuse has been developed for children and young people in the general population. While these have been widely implemented, few have been rigorously evaluated. This study aimed to discover what was known about these interventions for children and what worked for whom in which settings.Review methodsThis mixed knowledge review was informed by realist principles and comprised four overlapping phases: an online mapping survey to identify current provision; a systematic review of the existing literature; a review of the UK ‘grey’ literature; and consultation with young people and experts. Information from these four sources of evidence informed analysis of costs and benefits.ResultsThe evidence for interventions achieving changes in knowledge and attitudes was stronger than that for behavioural change. Shifting social norms in the peer group emerged as a key mechanism of change. Media campaigns act to influence the wider social climate within which more targeted interventions are received, and they are also a source for programme materials. While most interventions are delivered in secondary schools, they are increasingly targeted at younger children. The review emphasised the importance of a school’s ‘readiness’ to introduce preventative interventions which need to be supported across all aspects of school life. Involving young people in the design and delivery of programmes increases authenticity and this emerged as a key ingredient in achieving impact. Longer interventions delivered by appropriately trained staff appeared likely to be more effective. Teachers emerged as well placed to embed interventions in schools but they require training and support from those with specialist knowledge in domestic abuse. There was evidence that small groups of students who were at higher risk might have accounted for some results regarding effectiveness and that programme effectiveness may vary for certain subgroups. Increasingly, boys are being identified as a target for change. The study identified a need for interventions for disabled children and children and young people from black, Asian, minority ethnic and refugee groups and a particular lack of materials designed for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender young people.LimitationsVery little evidence was identified on costs and cost-effectiveness. Few studies showed an effect at the level of significance set for the review. Where it did exist, the effect size was small, except in respect of improved knowledge. The inability to calculate a response rate for the mapping survey, which used a snowballing approach, limits the ability to generalise from it.ConclusionsWhile it is appropriate to continue to deliver interventions to whole populations of children and young people, effectiveness appeared to be influenced by high-risk children and young people, who should be directed to additional support. Programmes also need to make provision to manage any resulting disclosures. Interventions appear to be context specific, and so those already being widely delivered in the UK and which are likely to be acceptable should be robustly tested.FundingThe National Institute for Health Research Public Health Research programme.

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“…Two studies were undertaken in the UK, 57,58 and one in India. 66 None of these were randomised trials.…”

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Delivering Preventive Programmes in Schools: Identifying Gender Issues

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Young people’s perceptions of the ‘Love Hurts’ programme: Is theatre an effective means of addressing teenage relationship abuse?

McElwee

Fox

2020

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Domestic abuse prevention education programmes have been found to be effective in bringing about attitudinal and behavioural change. However, there is limited research on theatre-based interventions developed in the UK. This study aimed to assess pupils' responses to a theatre production called 'Love Hurts'. A mixed-methods approach, which incorporated an online survey and focus groups, was used to understand the pupils' perceptions of the play. The survey was completed by 294 pupils aged 11-19 years in five schools. Four focus groups were conducted in two of the schools involved. The pupils were generally very positive about the play, girls more so than boys. One of the strengths was that the young people reported being able to relate to the situations, and they found the use of theatre very engaging. They seemed to respond well to the use of a positive male role in the play, but reported that more could be done to highlight that women can be abusive too. Another theme was around the issue of trust, with some young people reporting feeling cautious about entering relationships following the play. The findings suggest that the young people responded well to the messages conveyed and felt that theatre was an effective means of addressing the issue. However, care is needed as to how to address the issues of gender and trust.

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Learning about domestic violence: young people's responses to a Healthy Relationships programme

Cited by 17 publications

References 9 publications

Preventing domestic abuse for children and young people (PEACH): a mixed knowledge scoping review

Preventing domestic abuse for children and young people (PEACH): a mixed knowledge scoping review

Delivering Preventive Programmes in Schools: Identifying Gender Issues

Young people’s perceptions of the ‘Love Hurts’ programme: Is theatre an effective means of addressing teenage relationship abuse?

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