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Gepubliceerd in: Journal of Child and Family Studies 3/2012

01-06-2012 | Original Paper

An Evaluation of the NAMI Basics Program

Auteurs: Teri Brister, Mary A. Cavaleri, S. Serene Olin, Sa Shen, Barbara J. Burns, Kimberly E. Hoagwood

Gepubliceerd in: Journal of Child and Family Studies | Uitgave 3/2012

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Abstract

This brief report describes results from an evaluation of NAMI Basics, a peer-delivered family education program for family caregivers of children and adolescents with mental illness. Over six classes, family members are given information (e.g. education about mental illness and treatments), skills training (e.g. family communication skills) and advocacy support. We report data from 36 caregivers who completed pre and posttest instruments measuring self-care, empowerment, and family problem-solving and communication skills. Results showed significant improvements in self-care, empowerment, and “incendiary” family communication after participation in the program. Results suggest that NAMI Basics may improve both parental functioning and familial processes. Implications and future directions are discussed.
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Metagegevens
Titel
An Evaluation of the NAMI Basics Program
Auteurs
Teri Brister
Mary A. Cavaleri
S. Serene Olin
Sa Shen
Barbara J. Burns
Kimberly E. Hoagwood
Publicatiedatum
01-06-2012
Uitgeverij
Springer US
Gepubliceerd in
Journal of Child and Family Studies / Uitgave 3/2012
Print ISSN: 1062-1024
Elektronisch ISSN: 1573-2843
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10826-011-9496-6

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