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After DSM-5
Title
After DSM-5: A Critical Mental Health Research Agenda for the 21st Century.
Creator
Lacasse, Jeffrey R.
Date Issued
2014
Identifier
FSU_migr_csw_faculty_publications-0072, 10.1177/1049731513510048
Format
Citation
Evaluating Journal Quality
Title
Evaluating Journal Quality: Is the H-index a Better Measure than Impact Factors?.
Creator
Hodge, David R., Lacasse, Jeffrey R.
Abstract/Description
Objectives: This study evaluates the utility of a new measure—the h-index—that may provide a more valid approach to evaluating journal quality in the social work profession. Methods: H-index values are compared with Thomson ISI five-year impact factors and expert opinion. Results: As hypothesized, the h-index correlates highly with ISI five-year impact factors; but exhibits closer agreement with expert opinion, particularly with high familiarity disciplinary journals. Conclusions: This...
Show moreObjectives: This study evaluates the utility of a new measure—the h-index—that may provide a more valid approach to evaluating journal quality in the social work profession. Methods: H-index values are compared with Thomson ISI five-year impact factors and expert opinion. Results: As hypothesized, the h-index correlates highly with ISI five-year impact factors; but exhibits closer agreement with expert opinion, particularly with high familiarity disciplinary journals. Conclusions: This evidence of convergent and discriminatory validity suggests that the h-index may have some utility in assessing social work journals. Notable advantages of the h-index include its compatibility with the profession's applied research culture and its ability to be used with essentially all journals in which social workers publish.
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Date Issued
2011
Identifier
FSU_migr_csw_faculty_publications-0038
Format
Citation
Initial validation of the Mental Health Provider Stigma Inventory
Title
Initial validation of the Mental Health Provider Stigma Inventory.
Creator
Kennedy, Stephanie C., Abell, Neil, Mennicke, Annelise
Abstract/Description
Objective: To conduct an initial validation of the Mental Health Provider Stigma Inventory (MHPSI). The MHPSI assesses stigma within the service provider-client relationship on three domains: attitudes, behaviors, and coworker influence. Methods: Initial validation of the MHPSI was conducted with a sample of 212 mental health employees and graduate student counseling interns. Scale conceptualization and development, content validation, and construct validation measures are discussed. Results:...
Show moreObjective: To conduct an initial validation of the Mental Health Provider Stigma Inventory (MHPSI). The MHPSI assesses stigma within the service provider-client relationship on three domains: attitudes, behaviors, and coworker influence. Methods: Initial validation of the MHPSI was conducted with a sample of 212 mental health employees and graduate student counseling interns. Scale conceptualization and development, content validation, and construct validation measures are discussed. Results: Preliminary psychometrics indicated good model fit for a three factor multidimensional scale. Reliabilities were strong (coefficient α’s ranged from .83 to .93) and the global stratified α was .95. Evidence of construct validity supported hypotheses about the accuracy of underlying constructs. Conclusions: The MHPSI appears to be a reliable and valid measure of mental health provider stigma. As social workers comprise the front-lines of mental health service provision, the MHPSI may be a valuable tool for guiding agency trainings and social work education.
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Date Issued
2014-12-30
Identifier
FSU_libsubv1_scholarship_submission_1460388440, 10.1177/1049731514563577
Format
Citation
Meta-analysis of Interventions to Reduce Adolescent Cannabis Use
Title
A Meta-analysis of Interventions to Reduce Adolescent Cannabis Use.
Creator
Bender, Kimberly, Tripodi, Stephen, Sarteschi, Christy, Vaughn, Michael G.
Abstract/Description
Objective: This meta-analytic review assesses the effectiveness of substance abuse interventions to reduce adolescent cannabis use. Method: A systematic search identified 15 randomized controlled evaluations of interventions to reduce adolescent cannabis use published between 1960 and 2008. The primary outcome variables, frequency of cannabis use, and quantity of cannabis use, were measured between 1 month and 1 year posttreatment completion. Results: Analyses of random effects models...
Show moreObjective: This meta-analytic review assesses the effectiveness of substance abuse interventions to reduce adolescent cannabis use. Method: A systematic search identified 15 randomized controlled evaluations of interventions to reduce adolescent cannabis use published between 1960 and 2008. The primary outcome variables, frequency of cannabis use, and quantity of cannabis use, were measured between 1 month and 1 year posttreatment completion. Results: Analyses of random effects models revealed similarly moderate effects for individual (g = -.437; 95% CI = [-.671, -.203]) and family-based treatments (g = -.404; 95% CI = [-.613, -.195]). Substance abuse treatments are associated with moderate reductions in cannabis use although effect sizes tended to wane with greater length of time posttreatment. Discussion: Substance abuse treatment programs should consider implementing evidence-based interventions highlighted in this meta-analysis that fit the needs and characteristics of their client base and agency setting.
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Date Issued
2010
Identifier
FSU_migr_csw_faculty_publications-0016, 10.1177/1049731510380226
Format
Citation
Does Parent-Child Interaction Therapy Reduce Future Physical Abuse?
Title
Does Parent-Child Interaction Therapy Reduce Future Physical Abuse?: A Meta-Analysis.
Creator
Kennedy, S. C., Kim, J. S., Tripodi, Stephen J., Brown, S. M., Gowdy, G.
Abstract/Description
Objective: To use meta-analytic techniques to evaluating the effectiveness of Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) at reducing future physical abuse among physically abusive families. Methods: A systematic search identified six eligible studies. Outcomes of interest were physical abuse recurrence, child abuse potential, and parenting stress. Results: Parents receiving PCIT had significantly fewer physical abuse recurrences and significantly greater reductions on the Parenting Stress Index...
Show moreObjective: To use meta-analytic techniques to evaluating the effectiveness of Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) at reducing future physical abuse among physically abusive families. Methods: A systematic search identified six eligible studies. Outcomes of interest were physical abuse recurrence, child abuse potential, and parenting stress. Results: Parents receiving PCIT had significantly fewer physical abuse recurrences and significantly greater reductions on the Parenting Stress Index than parents in comparison groups. Reductions in child abuse potential were non-significant, although 95% confidence intervals suggest clinically meaningful treatment effects. The studies examining physical abuse recurrence had a medium treatment effect (g=0.52), while results from pooled effect size estimates for child abuse potential (g=0.31) and parenting stress (g=0.35) were small. Conclusions: PCIT appears to be effective at reducing physical abuse recurrence and parenting stress for physically abusive families, with the largest treatment effects seen on long-term physical abuse recurrence. Applications to social work practice are discussed.
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Date Issued
2014-07-14
Identifier
FSU_libsubv1_scholarship_submission_1465266498, 10.1177/1049731514543024
Format
Citation
Does Parent-Child Interaction Therapy Reduce Future Physical Abuse?
Title
Does Parent-Child Interaction Therapy Reduce Future Physical Abuse?: A Meta-analysis.
Creator
Kennedy, Stephanie, Kim, Johnny S., Tripodi, Stephen, Brown, Samantha, Gowdy, Grace
Abstract/Description

Objective: To use meta-analytic techniques to evaluating the effectiveness of parent–child interaction therapy (PCIT) at reducing future physical abuse among physically abusive families. Methods: A systematic search identified six eligible studies. Outcomes of interest were physical abuse recurrence, child abuse potential, and parenting stress.

Results: Parents receiving PCIT had significantly fewer physical abuse recurrences and significantly greater...
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Objective: To use meta-analytic techniques to evaluating the effectiveness of parent–child interaction therapy (PCIT) at reducing future physical abuse among physically abusive families. Methods: A systematic search identified six eligible studies. Outcomes of interest were physical abuse recurrence, child abuse potential, and parenting stress.

Results: Parents receiving PCIT had significantly fewer physical abuse recurrences and significantly greater reductions on the Parenting Stress Index than parents in comparison groups. Reductions in child abuse potential were nonsignificant, although 95% confidence intervals suggest clinically meaningful treatment effects. The studies examining physical abuse recurrence had a medium treatment effect (g = 0.52), while results from pooled effect size estimates for child abuse potential (g = 0.31) and parenting stress (g = 0.35) were small.

Conclusions: PCIT appears to be effective at reducing physical abuse recurrence and parenting stress for physically abusive families, with the largest treatment effects seen on long-term physical abuse recurrence. Applications to social work practice are discussed.
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Date Issued
2014
Identifier
FSU_migr_csw_faculty_publications-0008, 10.1177/1049731514543024
Format
Citation
CriticalThinkRx May Reduce Psychiatric Prescribing to Foster Youth
Title
CriticalThinkRx May Reduce Psychiatric Prescribing to Foster Youth: Results From an Intervention Trial.
Creator
Cohen, David, Lacasse, Jeffrey R., Duan, Rui, Senglemann, Inge
Abstract/Description
Objectives: To test the potential impact of a critical curriculum on psychiatric medications designed for child welfare workers. Method: In a quasiexperimental, longitudinal study, the monthly proportion of medicated foster children and the average number of prescriptions per medicated child at Agency 1 (669 clients) exposed to the CriticalThinkRx curriculum were compared to Agencies 2—9 (3,346 clients) in the same two-county service network. Data were collected during 6 months of...
Show moreObjectives: To test the potential impact of a critical curriculum on psychiatric medications designed for child welfare workers. Method: In a quasiexperimental, longitudinal study, the monthly proportion of medicated foster children and the average number of prescriptions per medicated child at Agency 1 (669 clients) exposed to the CriticalThinkRx curriculum were compared to Agencies 2—9 (3,346 clients) in the same two-county service network. Data were collected during 6 months of preintervention, 1 month of intervention, and 9 months of postintervention. Practitioners were not informed of data collection. Results: During postintervention months 1—8, the proportion of medicated children declined from 17.5% to 11.0% at Agency 1, while the mean proportion rose slightly at Agencies 2—9, statistically significant effects. At 9 months, the proportion at Agency 1 rose again though not reaching preintervention level. Average numbers of prescriptions per child remained unchanged. Conclusion: Use of CriticalThinkRx may reduce psychiatric prescribing in foster care.
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Date Issued
2013
Identifier
FSU_migr_csw_faculty_publications-0060, 10.1177/1049731513477691
Format
Citation
Effects of Correctional-based Programs for Female Inmates
Title
Effects of Correctional-based Programs for Female Inmates: A Systematic Review.
Creator
Tripodi, Stephen, Bledsoe, Sarah, Kim, Johnny S., Bender, Kimberly
Abstract/Description
Objective: To examine the effectiveness of interventions for incarcerated women. Method: The researchers use a two-model system: the risk-reduction model for studies analyzing interventions to reduce recidivism rates, and the enhancement model for studies that target psychological and physical well-being. Results: Incarcerated women who participate in substance abuse interventions appear less likely to reoffend than those who do not participate. Enhancement model studies report mixed results....
Show moreObjective: To examine the effectiveness of interventions for incarcerated women. Method: The researchers use a two-model system: the risk-reduction model for studies analyzing interventions to reduce recidivism rates, and the enhancement model for studies that target psychological and physical well-being. Results: Incarcerated women who participate in substance abuse interventions appear less likely to reoffend than those who do not participate. Enhancement model studies report mixed results. Overall, psychological-oriented interventions and substance abuse programs improve mental health symptoms and substance use among participants as compared to control or comparison groups. Results for HIV prevention programs are ambiguous, and parenting skill programs show no significant effect. Conclusion: Results highlight interventions that appear useful with female inmates. More rigorous research is needed to address many of these evidence-based interventions.
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Date Issued
2009
Identifier
FSU_migr_csw_faculty_publications-0015, 10.1177/1049731509352337
Format
Citation
Randomized Trial of Suicide Gatekeeper Training for Social Work Students
Title
Randomized Trial of Suicide Gatekeeper Training for Social Work Students.
Creator
Jacobson, Jodi M., Osteen, Philip J., Sharpe, Tanya L., Pastoor, Jennifer B.
Abstract/Description
Problem: Education and research on social work's role in suicide prevention is limited. Methods: Seventy advanced MSW students were randomly assigned to either the training group (Question, Persuade, and Refer (QPR) suicide gatekeeper training) or the control group. Outcomes measured over time included suicide knowledge, attitudes toward suicide prevention, self-efficacy, and skills. Results: Interaction effects suggest improvement among the intervention group with knowledge, efficacy to...
Show moreProblem: Education and research on social work's role in suicide prevention is limited. Methods: Seventy advanced MSW students were randomly assigned to either the training group (Question, Persuade, and Refer (QPR) suicide gatekeeper training) or the control group. Outcomes measured over time included suicide knowledge, attitudes toward suicide prevention, self-efficacy, and skills. Results: Interaction effects suggest improvement among the intervention group with knowledge, efficacy to perform the gatekeeper role, and skills. Both groups improved over time for reluctance to engage with clients at risk for suicide, referral and gatekeeper behaviors. The intervention group reported improved knowledge of resources and perceived preparedness. Conclusion: The QPR training is appropriate for social workers. Suggestions for enhancing the training and future research are discussed.
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Date Issued
2012
Identifier
FSU_migr_csw_faculty_publications-0056, 10.1177/1049731511436015
Format
Citation
Validation of Measures of Cyber Bullying Perpetration and Victimization in Emerging Adulthood
Title
Validation of Measures of Cyber Bullying Perpetration and Victimization in Emerging Adulthood.
Creator
Lee, Jungup, Abell, Neil, Holmes, Jennifer L.
Abstract/Description
Objective: Cyber bullying represents a new and alarming form of bullying that potentially leads to serious and long-lasting consequences for young people; yet, there is a dearth of research on the assessment of cyber bullying behaviors among emerging adults. Thus, this study aims to close this gap by assessing the development and validation of the cyber bullying behavior scales for application in social work research and practice settings. Methods: Two scales of Cyber Bullying Perpetration ...
Show moreObjective: Cyber bullying represents a new and alarming form of bullying that potentially leads to serious and long-lasting consequences for young people; yet, there is a dearth of research on the assessment of cyber bullying behaviors among emerging adults. Thus, this study aims to close this gap by assessing the development and validation of the cyber bullying behavior scales for application in social work research and practice settings. Methods: Two scales of Cyber Bullying Perpetration (CBP) and Cyber Bullying Victimization (CBV) were validated using a purposive sample of 286 undergraduate students aged 18 to 25. Results: Both CBP and CBV scales showed excellent reliability (α = .93 for CBP and α = .95 for CBV); good fit; and strong convergent validity. Conclusions: The cyber bullying behavior scales provide valid and reliable measures of emerging adults’ bullying behaviors. Implications for further social work research and practice are discussed.
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Date Issued
2015-03-31
Identifier
FSU_libsubv1_scholarship_submission_1460388046, 10.1177/1049731515578535
Format
Citation