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Coming to Terms with Risk Factors for Intimate Partner Violence Perpetration: A Scoping Review. 与亲密伴侣暴力行为的风险因素达成协议:范围审查。
Journal of evidence-based social work (2019) Pub Date : 2025-03-02 DOI: 10.1080/26408066.2025.2469670
Lisa Norén, Martin Bergström, Lisa Wallander
{"title":"Coming to Terms with Risk Factors for Intimate Partner Violence Perpetration: A Scoping Review.","authors":"Lisa Norén, Martin Bergström, Lisa Wallander","doi":"10.1080/26408066.2025.2469670","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/26408066.2025.2469670","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a global issue requiring a thorough understanding of risk factors to inform prevention strategies. This study applies Kraemer et al.'s (2005) categorization system to classify risk factors for IPV perpetration, addressing two research questions: 1) What variables or attributes are commonly employed to assess the risks associated with IPV perpetration, and how can these be thematized? 2) Which non-correlates, correlates, fixed markers, variable markers, and causal risk factors related to IPV perpetration are identified and examined in the existing literature?</p><p><strong>Material and methods: </strong>A scoping review of 62 publications on risk factors for IPV perpetration in married- and cohabiting couples was conducted. Risk factors were categorized using Kraemer et al.'s (2005) system.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The risk factors were classified into eight themes based on their shared characteristics. All variables fit Kraemer et al.'s categorization system. The majority showed correlational relationships. Fixed markers appeared in two themes, while variable markers appeared in six themes, however publications on these were limited. No causal risk factors were found.</p><p><strong>Discussion: </strong>The risk categorization system by Kraemer et al. enhances understanding of IPV perpetration risk factors. Priority areas for preventing IPV include reducing the risk of experiencing violence in childhood and ensuring access to higher education. More longitudinal research is needed for the remaining categories to establish temporal relationships.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The study highlights the value of Kraemer et al.'s categorization system for distinguishing correlation from causality in IPV risk factors, advancing prevention efforts. Important areas for preventive measures were targeted.</p>","PeriodicalId":73742,"journal":{"name":"Journal of evidence-based social work (2019)","volume":" ","pages":"1-30"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-03-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143538119","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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The Role of Sustainable Social Work in Pro-Environmental Behaviors: A Mediation and Moderation Model. 可持续社会工作在亲环境行为中的作用:一个中介与调节模型。
Journal of evidence-based social work (2019) Pub Date : 2025-03-01 Epub Date: 2025-01-15 DOI: 10.1080/26408066.2025.2452606
Davood Ghorbanzadeh, Pooja Varma, Gaganpreet Kaur, Tushar Jagawat, Azam Kholikov, Kdv Prasad
{"title":"The Role of Sustainable Social Work in Pro-Environmental Behaviors: A Mediation and Moderation Model.","authors":"Davood Ghorbanzadeh, Pooja Varma, Gaganpreet Kaur, Tushar Jagawat, Azam Kholikov, Kdv Prasad","doi":"10.1080/26408066.2025.2452606","DOIUrl":"10.1080/26408066.2025.2452606","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>This study seeks to investigate the effectiveness of psychological interventions in promoting pro-environmental behaviors by fostering resilience and self-efficacy in Iranian youth. Additionally, based on social cognitive theory, the research examines the role of sustainable youth social work in moderating these relationships.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>A cross-sectional design was employed to collect data via a survey from 384 Iranian participants, using validated scales. Structural equation modeling was utilized to examine the relationships among the variables.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The results demonstrate a notable and substantial impact of psychological interventions on pro-environmental behaviors. Additionally, the findings indicate the mediating role of resilience and self-efficacy in the relationships between psychological interventions and pro-environmental behaviors. Ultimately, sustainable youth social work has emerged as significant moderators, enhancing the impact of psychological interventions on pro-environmental behaviors.</p><p><strong>Discussion: </strong>The findings from this study carry significant implications for the design and execution of psychological strategies focused on changing environmental behaviors. The study underscores the importance of psychological factors in shaping environmental behavior, thereby enhancing the overall understanding of sustainable behavior development in youth.</p>","PeriodicalId":73742,"journal":{"name":"Journal of evidence-based social work (2019)","volume":" ","pages":"234-251"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142985404","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Using an Online Measurement Data Management Platform to Improve Survey Response Rates in a Community Sexual Assault Centre. 利用在线测量数据管理平台提高社区性侵犯中心的调查回复率。
Journal of evidence-based social work (2019) Pub Date : 2025-03-01 Epub Date: 2024-12-24 DOI: 10.1080/26408066.2024.2446935
Gena K Dufour, Sung Hyun Yun, Lydia Fiorini
{"title":"Using an Online Measurement Data Management Platform to Improve Survey Response Rates in a Community Sexual Assault Centre.","authors":"Gena K Dufour, Sung Hyun Yun, Lydia Fiorini","doi":"10.1080/26408066.2024.2446935","DOIUrl":"10.1080/26408066.2024.2446935","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>Data collection in community organizations can be challenging, but important for evaluative initiatives as well as for therapeutic purposes, such as for organizations engaged in measurement-based care. This study tested the impact of an online measurement data management platform (OMDMP) on mental health assessment response rates at a community-based sexual assault crisis center. We examined whether implementing the OMDMP improved client assessment participation in mental health assessment questionnaires compared to manual data collection methods. Materials and Methods: Using a pre-post design, we analyzed data from two time periods: pre-pandemic (manual assessments) and mid-pandemic (OMDMP assessments). Data included clients' mental health assessments, using standardized tools such as the DASS-21 and IES-R.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Our analysis revealed a significant increase in the rate of clients completing at least one mental health assessment, rising from 45% (manual) to 71% after the introduction of the OMDMP. We also found that the OMDMP prompted clients to complete their assessments generally on time, contributing to effective use of assessments as a component of measurement-based care.</p><p><strong>Discussion: </strong>Although this improvement demonstrates clear benefits for data collection in a community setting, challenges remain in ensuring both pre- and posttest completion. While online tools can enhance organizational capacity for self-evaluation and improve client participation in measurement-based care, attention is still needed to address gaps in the data collection process.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>We discuss the successes and barriers encountered during the implementation of the OMDMP and its potential implications for social work practice.</p>","PeriodicalId":73742,"journal":{"name":"Journal of evidence-based social work (2019)","volume":" ","pages":"189-206"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142886658","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Adapting the Role of Doulas to Enhance Supports for Perinatal People with Substance Use Disorders. 调整导乐的作用,以加强对围产期物质使用障碍患者的支持。
Journal of evidence-based social work (2019) Pub Date : 2025-03-01 Epub Date: 2024-12-27 DOI: 10.1080/26408066.2024.2444300
Elza Black, Jessica L Liddell, Al Garnsey, Annie Glover, Sarah Reese, Emma Piskolich
{"title":"Adapting the Role of Doulas to Enhance Supports for Perinatal People with Substance Use Disorders.","authors":"Elza Black, Jessica L Liddell, Al Garnsey, Annie Glover, Sarah Reese, Emma Piskolich","doi":"10.1080/26408066.2024.2444300","DOIUrl":"10.1080/26408066.2024.2444300","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpopse: </strong>There is a gap in the current literature regarding how doula care may be implemented into existing systems in Montana to best address the needs of individuals with substance use disorders (SUDs) during the perinatal period. Doulas may be particularly well positioned to reach a diverse range of patients, allowing them to feel supported and advocated for within the medical system. This study aims to illustrate the perspectives and experiences of doulas, individuals who have experienced perinatal SUDs, and maternal and mental health providers.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>A qualitative descriptive research methodology was used to conduct qualitative semi-structured interviews with 29 participants.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Through these interviews, three overarching themes emerged: the necessity of doula workforce development to enhance sustainability when working with individuals with SUDs; reducing financial and structural barriers that prevent clients with SUDs from accessing doula care; and working to promote the acceptability of SUD-focused doulas in the healthcare system.</p><p><strong>Discussion and conclusion: </strong>These findings highlight areas of possible intervention to broaden the use of doulas for perinatal individuals with SUDs.</p>","PeriodicalId":73742,"journal":{"name":"Journal of evidence-based social work (2019)","volume":" ","pages":"149-170"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142901001","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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A Mixed Methods Approach to Korean-Youth Mental Health First Aid (K-YMHFA): A Pilot Study. 韩国青少年心理健康急救(K-YMHFA)的混合方法:一项试点研究
Journal of evidence-based social work (2019) Pub Date : 2025-03-01 Epub Date: 2025-01-23 DOI: 10.1080/26408066.2025.2456756
Cho Rong Won, Lewis H Lee, Hee Yun Lee, Hyunjin Noh, Nahree Doh, Rebecca S Allen
{"title":"A Mixed Methods Approach to Korean-Youth Mental Health First Aid (K-YMHFA): A Pilot Study.","authors":"Cho Rong Won, Lewis H Lee, Hee Yun Lee, Hyunjin Noh, Nahree Doh, Rebecca S Allen","doi":"10.1080/26408066.2025.2456756","DOIUrl":"10.1080/26408066.2025.2456756","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>Korean immigrant families are growing in the Southern United States (U.S), an area where culturally specific resources can be limited. Korean immigrant families encounter distress in navigating the American culture, but cultural stigma impedes discussion within the family. An evidence-based mental health awareness program called Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) exists to serve as gatekeeper training for lay adults to identify and support youth experiencing mental health challenges. This study aimed to evaluate the feasibility of a culturally adapted Korean-YMHFA (K-YMHFA) program among Korean immigrants in the Southern U.S.</p><p><strong>Materials and method: </strong>Using a mixed methods approach, a quantitative survey was distributed before and after program completion (<i>N</i> = 24), and a follow-up interview following program completion was also completed (<i>N</i> = 12). Quantitative analysis conducted a paired sample <i>t</i>-test, qualitative analysis conducted directed content analysis, and mixed methods analysis developed joint displays.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Participant's mental health literacy, confidence and control in YMHFA skills, and positive attitude toward YMHFA skills significantly increased, and stigma decreased after the training. Participants also provided information on specific steps for increasing cultural relevancy and sustainability within the community. Overall, mixed methods analysis indicated that the program was feasible in the context of Korean immigrants in the Southern U.S.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Despite the growing Korean community, the Southern U.S. has limited Korean ethnic services. With the feasibility of K-YMHFA, advocacy in promoting K-YMHFA is needed to counteract the limited resources while serving as an early intervention for youth and families in distress.</p>","PeriodicalId":73742,"journal":{"name":"Journal of evidence-based social work (2019)","volume":" ","pages":"292-314"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143025902","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Experiential Learning in Mental Health Diversion: Interdisciplinary Approaches Using Kolb's Learning Theory. 心理健康转移中的体验学习:运用科尔布学习理论的跨学科研究。
Journal of evidence-based social work (2019) Pub Date : 2025-03-01 Epub Date: 2024-12-22 DOI: 10.1080/26408066.2024.2444316
Ginger Gummelt, Lori Wright, Stephan Malick, Mamta Singh, Karen Roebuck
{"title":"Experiential Learning in Mental Health Diversion: Interdisciplinary Approaches Using Kolb's Learning Theory.","authors":"Ginger Gummelt, Lori Wright, Stephan Malick, Mamta Singh, Karen Roebuck","doi":"10.1080/26408066.2024.2444316","DOIUrl":"10.1080/26408066.2024.2444316","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>This study evaluated student responses to an interprofessional experiential learning opportunity (ELO) grounded in Kolb's Learning Theory.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>Students from several disciplines, including Social Work, Criminal Justice, Communication, and Teacher Education, were placed in various internship roles within the court system to provide interventions, services, and resources to low-level offenders and families as an alternative to criminal consequences. Qualitative data from student discussions and reflections was reviewed using a thematic approach. The research sought to find meaningful patterns that emerged and better understand student experiences and perspectives as they developed throughout the project.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Students who participated in this study demonstrated increased empathy, critical thinking, self-efficacy, and enhanced professional skills.</p><p><strong>Discussion: </strong>This project offered students a real-world experience to develop practical knowledge and skills for increasing mental health literacy and effectively serving those with mental health issues within the criminal justice system.</p>","PeriodicalId":73742,"journal":{"name":"Journal of evidence-based social work (2019)","volume":" ","pages":"171-188"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142877800","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Mental Health Problems of Self-Employed Workers: A Systematic Review of Potential Moderators. 个体经营者心理健康问题:潜在调节因子的系统评价
Journal of evidence-based social work (2019) Pub Date : 2025-03-01 Epub Date: 2025-01-03 DOI: 10.1080/26408066.2024.2449042
Hao Wen, Yun Gao
{"title":"Mental Health Problems of Self-Employed Workers: A Systematic Review of Potential Moderators.","authors":"Hao Wen, Yun Gao","doi":"10.1080/26408066.2024.2449042","DOIUrl":"10.1080/26408066.2024.2449042","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>This systematic review aims to summarize the mental health outcomes of self-employment and identify potential moderators between self-employment and mental health issues, ultimately guiding future research and informing targeted suggestions for future practice.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>The initial search identified 3412 publications, including 43 that met the inclusion criteria. We identified 20 potential moderators in total.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>According to the summary results based on the diathesis-stress model, gender, financial precarity, and social security were identified as the most frequent potential moderators in each domain.</p><p><strong>Discussion: </strong>The systematic review highlights the complex relationship between self-employment and mental health, revealing that self-employment often correlates with negative mental health outcomes such as stress and depression. Future practice should prioritize financial stability strategies, gender-specific support initiatives, work-life balance improvements, and expanded social security protections for self-employed workers.</p>","PeriodicalId":73742,"journal":{"name":"Journal of evidence-based social work (2019)","volume":" ","pages":"207-233"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142924038","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Nature and Challenges of Transnational Family Caregiving: A Scoping Review. 跨国家庭照顾的性质和挑战:范围审查。
Journal of evidence-based social work (2019) Pub Date : 2025-03-01 Epub Date: 2025-01-27 DOI: 10.1080/26408066.2025.2456751
Mohammad Sajjad Hossain, Natalie D Pope, Kalea Benner, Yeon Jin Choi
{"title":"Nature and Challenges of Transnational Family Caregiving: A Scoping Review.","authors":"Mohammad Sajjad Hossain, Natalie D Pope, Kalea Benner, Yeon Jin Choi","doi":"10.1080/26408066.2025.2456751","DOIUrl":"10.1080/26408066.2025.2456751","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>This scoping review explored the nature and challenges of transnational family caregiving. International migration and global aging have resulted in growing instances of transnational family caregiving, which involves providing care for older adults across national borders. However, little is known about the realities of such caregiving.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>Following the scoping review framework set forth by Arksey & O'Malley (2005), we searched 10 electronic databases (e.g. <i>AgeLine</i>, <i>MEDLINE</i>, <i>CINAHL</i>) using targeted search terms (e.g. transnational*, cross-border*) and predefined eligibility criteria. After removing duplicates, screening the titles and abstracts, and reviewing full texts, nine articles were eligible for inclusion.</p><p><strong>Findings: </strong>Studies showed that transnational caregiving involves providing financial and emotional support, arranging care, mailing gifts and letters, making care decisions, and communicating via phone/video calls. Financial strain comes from expenses in the host and support countries, including traveling back to the home country. Transnational caregivers experience guilt, worry, and distress related to the unpredictability of the care situation and their inability to be physically present. Strict immigration policies, inadequate employer support, and limited institutional care in home countries also present challenges.</p><p><strong>Implications: </strong>This review highlights the nature and challenges experienced by transnational caregivers, yet further research is needed to deepen our understanding of this unique subpopulation of caregivers.</p>","PeriodicalId":73742,"journal":{"name":"Journal of evidence-based social work (2019)","volume":" ","pages":"273-291"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143048978","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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An Evaluation of Self-Assessed Caregiver Readiness to Foster and Adopt After Participating in the National Training and Development Curriculum. 参加国家培训和发展课程后自我评估的照顾者寄养和收养准备的评估。
Journal of evidence-based social work (2019) Pub Date : 2025-03-01 Epub Date: 2025-01-27 DOI: 10.1080/26408066.2025.2456748
John Fowler, Morgan E Cooley, Lori Vanderwill, Angelique Day
{"title":"An Evaluation of Self-Assessed Caregiver Readiness to Foster and Adopt After Participating in the National Training and Development Curriculum.","authors":"John Fowler, Morgan E Cooley, Lori Vanderwill, Angelique Day","doi":"10.1080/26408066.2025.2456748","DOIUrl":"10.1080/26408066.2025.2456748","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>The self-assessment is a component of the National Training and Development Curriculum (NTDC) used by resource (i.e. foster, adoptive, and kinship) parents to understand strengths and areas of potential growth associated with successful parenting. This outcome evaluation assesses changes in caregiver self-assessment results after receiving the NTDC classroom-based training.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>Resource parents from six U.S. states completed the self-assessment at baseline before the NTDC classroom-based training and 90 days after completing the training. Regression analyses were conducted for 20 training competencies and 14 parenting characteristics, controlling for demographic and caregiver characteristics and using propensity-score weights to account for potential bias from attrition between completion of the self-assessment at baseline and follow-up. The number of participant responses in the analytic sample varied across the training competencies and parenting characteristics, with an average of <i>n</i> = 321 responses per construct.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>All training competencies and parenting characteristics observed statistically significant improvements in participant scores from baseline to follow-up, with average training competency scores improving by 11% and parenting characteristic scores by 5%.</p><p><strong>Discussion: </strong>These results suggest that the NTDC classroom-based curriculum may help caregivers to develop knowledge and skills in content areas related to effective parenting.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The NTDC self-assessment seems to function as intended for participants to understand areas of strength and potential growth in a variety of training competencies and parenting characteristics associated with effective parenting.</p>","PeriodicalId":73742,"journal":{"name":"Journal of evidence-based social work (2019)","volume":" ","pages":"252-272"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143048976","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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The Structural Validity and Psychometric Properties of the KEY Measure. KEY 测量的结构有效性和心理测量特性。
Journal of evidence-based social work (2019) Pub Date : 2025-02-28 DOI: 10.1080/26408066.2025.2470898
Mirka Elovainio, Minna Kivipelto
{"title":"The Structural Validity and Psychometric Properties of the KEY Measure.","authors":"Mirka Elovainio, Minna Kivipelto","doi":"10.1080/26408066.2025.2470898","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/26408066.2025.2470898","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>In this study our purpose is to evaluate the structural validity and internal consistency of the KEY, which is an effectiveness evaluation measure grounded in critical realism (CR) and designed to measure social work effectiveness. The KEY is completed collaboratively by the client and the social worker before and after interventions.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>Research material consists of 454 working-age social work clients from four Finnish municipalities. The data was collected between March 2018 and late 2019 via a cross-sectional survey. Confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) with structural equation modeling was employed to assess construct validity, while Cronbach's alpha measured internal consistency.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Results demonstrated that the KEY exhibited a good data fit, with a normed fit index ranging from 0.94 to 0.87, indicating acceptable psychometric properties.</p><p><strong>Discussion: </strong>The key findings of this study demonstrate that the KEY measure possesses satisfactory psychometric properties and structural validity. The KEY proved to be a suitable tool for use in adult social work and for measuring the effectiveness of social work.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>It is recommended that future studies focus on the predictive validation of the KEY measure, which becomes possible when longitudinal data are collected.</p>","PeriodicalId":73742,"journal":{"name":"Journal of evidence-based social work (2019)","volume":" ","pages":"1-30"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-02-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143525201","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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