Juvenile Justice Reform: Recent Highlights

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Juvenile justice is undergoing a remarkable transformation, shifting from historically punitive methods toward rehabilitative, evidence-based programs for youth.

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Topics: Juvenile Justice Reform, Multisystemic Therapy, evidence-based, Agencies and Administrators, Juvenile Justice

How Evidence-Based Quality Assurance Maintains MST Fidelity

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Multisystemic Therapy (MST) is a highly effective, evidence-based intervention that addresses adverse behaviors in young people, particularly those exhibiting delinquent behavior. 

Grounded in principles that target various systems in a young person's life—such as family, school, peers, and community—MST provides a comprehensive approach to treatment, focusing on long-term behavioral change. Maintaining fidelity ensures that MST consistently delivers positive outcomes across these diverse systems and settings. 

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Topics: Juvenile Justice Reform, Multisystemic Therapy, Child Welfare, evidence-based, Parents, Agencies and Administrators, Juvenile Justice

Wilderness Camps for Teens: Unpacking the Controversy

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For decades, wilderness camps for teens have promised life-changing results for teens who are at risk or troubled. Marketed as a last resort for desperate parents, these juvenile delinquency programs claim to rehabilitate teenagers dealing with behavioral issues, substance abuse, and mental health challenges. But beneath these promises lies a much darker reality.

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Topics: Juvenile Justice Reform, Multisystemic Therapy, Child Welfare, evidence-based, Parents, Agencies and Administrators, Juvenile Justice

MST-BSF: Effective Family-Based Interventions for Substance Use

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Substance misuse within families is a significant and growing concern within the child welfare system. The challenges are multifaceted and deeply entrenched, often leading to devastating outcomes for both parents and their children. According to recent data, parental substance use is a contributing factor in approximately 26% of substantiated cases of child maltreatment and plays a role in over one-third of cases where a child is removed from the home. 

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Topics: Multisystemic Therapy, Substance Abuse, Child Welfare, evidence-based, Parents, Agencies and Administrators

Transforming Child Welfare: Addressing Neglect and Parental Challenges with MST

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In Fiscal Year 2021 alone, there were 3.3 million maltreatment referrals, with 18% resulting in findings of victimization, totaling 586,554 children. These alarming statistics highlight the ongoing issues within the system. 

MST Services, renowned for its evidence-based programs for at-risk youth, is at the forefront of addressing these challenges through innovative, inclusive, and effective interventions tailored to the unique needs of vulnerable families and children. 

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Topics: Multisystemic Therapy, Substance Abuse, Child Welfare, evidence-based, Agencies and Administrators

The Intersection of Parental Opioid Use and Child Welfare Involvement

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The opioid crisis has left an indelible mark on countless families across the United States. With over 108,000 drug overdose deaths, the majority involving opioids, the epidemic has profound implications not only for public health but also for child welfare systems. 

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Topics: Multisystemic Therapy, Substance Abuse, Child Welfare, evidence-based, foster care, Agencies and Administrators

Addressing Trauma in Young People with Intellectual Disabilities (IDD)

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Trauma-informed care recognizes the widespread impact of trauma and emphasizes the need for understanding, compassion, and empowerment in providing support to individuals with trauma and IDD.

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Topics: Multisystemic Therapy, evidence-based, Developmental Disability, Agencies and Administrators, Disability

Tasmania Police awarded for using MST Institute youth program

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Tasmania Police has been recognised for its implementation of a program aimed at diverting at-risk youth from repeat offending.

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Topics: Multisystemic Therapy, cultural responsiveness, evidence-based, Agencies and Administrators

Cultivating Cultural Humility in Mental Health Practices

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Therapy provides a nonjudgmental sanctuary where emotional wounds can begin to heal. Each person brings their culture, tradition, and identity, and as therapists, we have a moral and professional obligation to uphold cultural humility and responsibility for delivering treatment.

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Topics: Multisystemic Therapy, cultural responsiveness, evidence-based, Agencies and Administrators

Transforming Lives: Behavioral Interventions for Families with Intellectual Disabilities

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Intellectual disability, often referred to as intellectual developmental disorder (IDD), encompasses a range of cognitive impairments affecting an individual's adaptive functioning and intellectual abilities. It's crucial to understand that intellectual disabilities aren't merely a singular characteristic but a diverse spectrum of challenges that can profoundly impact an individual's life. 

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Topics: Multisystemic Therapy, evidence-based, Families, Agencies and Administrators, Disability