Journal of prevention (2022)最新文献

{"title":"Factorial Structure Analysis of the Communities that Care Youth Survey (CTC-YS) in Colombian Adolescents.","authors":"Angela Trujillo, Arcadio de Jesús Cardona-Isaza","doi":"10.1007/s10935-025-00855-w","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s10935-025-00855-w","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The \"Communities That Care Youth Survey\" (CTC-YS) emerges from the Social Development Model and provides a comprehensive assessment of risks and protective factors in community, family, school, as well as individual and peer group domains. This has contributed to the prevention of drug use and other associated factors. The main objective of this study was to analyze the factorial structure of the CTC-YS in Colombian adolescents. A total of 2,963 volunteers between 12 and 19 years participated (mean = 14.25, SD = 1.53; 53% female). Construct validity was assessed through a confirmatory factor analysis of domains. Goodness-of-fit indices were found to be adequate for risk and protective factors in the community and school domains as well as for protective factors in the family and individual and peer group domains. However, the family, individual, and peer group domains did not reach the optimal indices for risk factors, prompting recommendations for potential improvements. Overall, the results support the reliability and construct validity of the survey domains, advocating its utilization in researching and assessing risk and protective factors among Colombian adolescents. The need for additional psychometric analyses was discussed to enhance the validity and applicability of the CTC-YS in the Colombian context.</p>","PeriodicalId":73905,"journal":{"name":"Journal of prevention (2022)","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-06-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144217728","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}

{"title":"Scrutinizing Socio-Economic Determinants of Adolescent Tobacco Uptake in Türkiye: An Empirical Overview.","authors":"Buket Aydın, Kübra Bozma, Rahman Aydın, Gürkan Bozma","doi":"10.1007/s10935-025-00856-9","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s10935-025-00856-9","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The prevalence of tobacco use among young individuals is a significant public health concern. This study investigated the socioeconomic factors that contribute to smoking behavior among Turkish adolescents using a Zero-Inflated Ordered Probit model. We gathered smoking prevalence data (38,182 people, aged 11-18) from Türkiye from the Global Youth Tobacco Survey organized by the World Health Organization. The results show that adolescents exhibit lower rates of smoking, and parental employment acts as a deterrent to adolescent smoking. There is a higher probability that young individuals who frequently smoke and have mothers with a higher level of education will quit smoking. In addition, the results indicate that for individuals who are smokers or non-smokers, advertisements on several platforms, such as social media, increase the probability of initiating tobacco usage. Moreover, as age and gender play a significant role in influencing smoking habits, income has a paradoxical relationship with more frequent smoking. This study demonstrated the complex relationships between economic, educational, and environmental factors and adolescent smoking. This study recommends implementing focused and varied public health interventions in Türkiye to address youth smoking, considering socioeconomic factors and family dynamics.</p>","PeriodicalId":73905,"journal":{"name":"Journal of prevention (2022)","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144144707","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}

{"title":"European Prevention Curriculum (EUPC) Experiences in Cyprus.","authors":"Byron Gaist, Evi Kyprianou, Maria Matheou, Gavriel Efstratiou","doi":"10.1007/s10935-025-00857-8","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s10935-025-00857-8","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This practitioner narrative provides a comprehensive overview of the implementation of the European Prevention Curriculum (EUPC) in Cyprus, contributing to the Special Issue on EUPC implementation practices and lessons learned. The Cyprus National Addictions Authority (NAAC) is the main coordinating body responsible for licit and illicit substances, as well as gambling disorders, as defined by national legislation. As the national reference point and coordination centre for the EUPC, NAAC has played a key role in introducing and establishing EUPC training in Cyprus. By the end of 2024, five training sessions had taken place with the participation of 68 Decision-Opinion-and Policy-Makers (DOPs) from various sectors, including governmental and non-governmental organizations, law enforcement, and education. These training sessions have been facilitated by four national trainers, with the goal of conducting two training cycles per year to ensure broad participation. The integration of the EUPC into the licensing and funding processes of prevention programs has streamlined associated procedures, providing a structured rationale and evidence-based knowledge to relevant stakeholders. Since the introduction of the EUPC, trainers have noticed a gradual shift in the perception of evidence-based prevention among NAAC and stakeholders in the field of addictions. However, embedding EUPC principles into national practices is an ongoing process that requires sustained efforts. Change does not occur overnight, and the full impact of the EUPC at the national level will only become evident over time. Looking ahead, NAAC is committed to advocating for the continued delivery of EUPC training for prevention DOPs. Data on process evaluation is being collected, with plans to analyze evaluation data in the future and assess the effectiveness of these training sessions.</p>","PeriodicalId":73905,"journal":{"name":"Journal of prevention (2022)","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144112686","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}

{"title":"Insights on Health Burden, Needs, and Prevention Strategies After the Flood Catastrophe in Southern Brazil.","authors":"Juliana Nichterwitz Scherer, Thiago Dipp, Rafaela Schaefer, Clarisse Pereira Mosmann, Felipe Ornell","doi":"10.1007/s10935-025-00839-w","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s10935-025-00839-w","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Brazil has experienced a significant increase in climate emergencies and environmental disasters. Rio Grande do Sul (RS), the southern state of the country, shows an annual rise in climate, hydrological, and meteorological disasters, underscoring its vulnerability to extreme events and the urgent need for proactive mitigation and adaptation strategies. Despite this growing concern, the literature has provided limited focus on the specific public health demands arising from these disasters, particularly regarding prevention. This debate article highlights the short-, medium-, and long-term health needs following the recent floods in RS, integrating disaster prevention science to enhance preventive actions. Floods have profound mental health and behavioral consequences, including increased rates of post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, and anxiety, particularly among displaced individuals and first responders. This analysis uses the RS case to illustrate a multi-tiered prevention approach-spanning primary, secondary, tertiary and quaternary measures-while presenting a model that could be adapted to similar vulnerable regions worldwide. By emphasizing early detection, strategic resource allocation, and evidence-based interventions, the findings highlight the importance of structured responses in minimizing health risks, bolstering community resilience, and preventing health deterioration in climate-vulnerable regions.</p>","PeriodicalId":73905,"journal":{"name":"Journal of prevention (2022)","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144103293","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}

{"title":"Building a Safe Sports Environment: Coaches' Strategies for Peer Bullying Prevention.","authors":"Ahmet Yavuz Karafil, Emirhan Pehlivan","doi":"10.1007/s10935-025-00853-y","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s10935-025-00853-y","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Peer bullying in youth sports presents significant challenges to athletes' psychological well-being and overall performance. Addressing this issue requires a systematic understanding of how coaches implement strategies to prevent bullying and create a positive team culture. This study employs Q methodology, integrating both qualitative and quantitative analyses to explore coaches' perspectives on bullying prevention. Data were collected from 30 coaches working with athletes aged 6-14 using snowball sampling. Principal component analysis and Z-score calculations were applied to identify key viewpoints, while qualitative interviews provided additional depth to the findings. The analysis revealed five key themes in bullying prevention strategies: education and awareness, disciplinary measures, team cohesion, leadership development, and active monitoring with positive reinforcement. Coaches emphasize training programs to instill respect, sportsmanship, and sensitivity, while implementing behavioral boundaries to reinforce team norms. Parental involvement and fostering positive peer relationships contribute to team cohesion, whereas empowering athletes as leaders strengthens accountability. Finally, rewarding constructive behavior through active monitoring helps mitigate bullying incidents. This study provides valuable insights into how coaches address peer bullying in youth sports. By identifying and categorizing diverse intervention strategies, it contributes to broader discussions on athlete protection and well-being. Future research should evaluate the long-term effectiveness of these approaches across various age groups, genders, and sports disciplines to establish comprehensive anti-bullying frameworks.</p>","PeriodicalId":73905,"journal":{"name":"Journal of prevention (2022)","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144096373","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}

{"title":"Advancing Science-Based Prevention: Insights from the EUPC Training in Bosnia and Herzegovina.","authors":"Amir Hasanović, Andrea Mijatović, Sanela Pekić","doi":"10.1007/s10935-025-00847-w","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s10935-025-00847-w","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":73905,"journal":{"name":"Journal of prevention (2022)","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144048088","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}

{"title":"The Incredible Years Basic Parent Training for Iranian Mothers of Children with Behavioral and Emotional Problems: A Randomized Controlled Trial and Process Evaluation.","authors":"Davood Chahardoli, Naser Yousefi, Bram Orobio de Castro, Vashti Berry","doi":"10.1007/s10935-025-00848-9","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s10935-025-00848-9","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Although empirical evidence supports the effectiveness of the Incredible Years intervention in Western countries, few studies have investigated its effectiveness in Asian countries and no study has evaluated the implementation process of the program in Iran. The present randomized controlled trial (RCT) study aimed to examine the effects of the Incredible Years Basic Parent Training (IYPT BASIC) with mothers of children with behavioral and emotional problems. For this purpose, mothers of 77 preschool children with behavioral and emotional problems were randomly assigned to intervention (n = 39) and control (n = 38) groups. The intervention group underwent 15 IYPT BASIC intervention sessions. RCT data were analyzed by repeated measures analysis of variance. A process evaluation was conducted exploring the delivery of the intervention in the Iranian context using adherence data, questionnaires with parents, and staff interviews to evaluate implementation challenges. Interview data were analyzed thematically. The program reduced children's behavioral and emotional problems (η²_p = .45, p = .000 & η²_p = .50, p = .000) and enhanced children's social skills (η²_p = .08, p = .015). The study also demonstrated reductions in parenting stress of mothers (η²_p = .59, p = .000), improved parent-child relationships (η²_p = .80, p = .000), and enhanced quality of family life (η²_p = .48, p = .000). Two main themes emerged in relation to the intervention process: cultural challenges and implementation challenges. Sub-themes included compatibility of IYPT elements with traditional Iranian parenting, cultural gap, motives and expectations of mothers, strict rules and cultural sensitivities, lack of financial support, fidelity to protocol, and preservation and maintenance. IYPT can be used as an effective intervention to promote the mental health of Iranian children and mothers. The implementation challenges and recommendations are discussed.</p>","PeriodicalId":73905,"journal":{"name":"Journal of prevention (2022)","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144054836","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}

{"title":"The Effect of Nurse-Led Intervention on Limiting Health Costs of Cardiovascular Diseases in Chinese Adults.","authors":"Xiaofang Jiang, Jinlin Zhao, Jieying Wang, Weihao Xiong, Yu Chen, Lamei Deng","doi":"10.1007/s10935-025-00850-1","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s10935-025-00850-1","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), as the leading cause of mortality worldwide, impose substantial health-related costs. Lifestyle modification through education and counseling is a key strategy in CVD management. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of a nurse-led intervention on CVDs-related health costs and lifestyle habits among Chinese adults with CVDs. A quasi-experimental study was conducted among adults with CVDs assigned to either an intervention or control group. The intervention consisted of bi-monthly sessions over a six-month period, conducted in a hospital setting by trained registered nurses. Outcomes included CVD-related health costs and lifestyle behaviors (smoking, alcohol use, physical activity, and diet), measured at baseline, post-intervention, and six-month follow-up. Data were analyzed using Analysis of covariance (ANCOVA) to compare adjusted outcomes between groups, controlling for baseline values, age, gender, and BMI. The intervention group showed a higher proportion of non-smokers (from 65.2 to 74.1%) and participants with healthy diets (from 14.8 to 27.4%). At post-intervention, they had significantly fewer cigarettes smoked (9.6 ± 0.27, 95% CI: 9.07, 10.13 in intervention group vs. 11.1 ± 0.31, 95% CI: 10.49, 11.71 in control group; p = 0.024, η² = 0.020) and higher physical activity levels (264.4 ± 5.7, 95% CI: 253.23, 275.57 in intervention group vs. 229.2 ± 6.2, 95% CI: 217.05, 241.35 in control group; p = 0.032, η² = 0.018). At follow-up, they also showed significantly lower adjusted CVD-related health costs (17.2 ± 0.41, 95% CI: 16.4, 18.0 in intervention group vs. 20.7 ± 0.46, 95% CI: 19.8, 21.6 in control group; p = 0.029, η² = 0.018), sustained reductions in cigarette use (9.5 ± 0.26, 95% CI: 8.99, 10.01 in intervention group vs. 11.2 ± 0.32, 95% CI: 10.57, 11.83 in control group; p = 0.013, η² = 0.024), and increased physical activity (260.1 ± 5.4, 95% CI: 249.52, 270.68 in intervention group vs. 229.1 ± 6.4, 95% CI: 216.56, 241.64 in control group; p = 0.016, η² = 0.021). The nurse-led intervention may help promote lifestyle improvements and contribute to reductions in CVD-related health costs.</p>","PeriodicalId":73905,"journal":{"name":"Journal of prevention (2022)","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144036617","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}

{"title":"Help-Seeking Intentions Among High-Risk College Student Drinkers: A Theory-Driven Examination of Social and Cognitive Influences.","authors":"Benjamin N Montemayor, Sara A Flores, Arham Hassan, Alee Lockman","doi":"10.1007/s10935-025-00854-x","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s10935-025-00854-x","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Alcohol use remains a prevalent issue on college campuses, with approximately 15% of students drinking at levels indicative of an Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD), yet help-seeking rates remain low. The Reasoned Action Approach (RAA) provides a framework for understanding psychosocial drivers of help-seeking intentions. This study assessed associations between college students' drinking behaviors, the RAA, and their intentions to seek professional help for alcohol use if they thought or knew they had an AUD. Cross-sectional survey data from 2,110 college students were analyzed to examine alcohol use, psychosocial risk factors, and help-seeking behaviors. Participants met inclusion criteria if they were 18 to 24 years old, enrolled full-time in a college or university, reported past-year alcohol consumption, and passed data quality checks. Measures included demographics, RAA constructs (attitudes toward, norms regarding, perceived control over, and intention to seek professional help), and alcohol use behaviors assessed via the Alcohol Use Disorder Identification Test (AUDIT). Descriptive statistics and multiple linear regression analyses were conducted to examine factors associated with help-seeking intentions. The average AUDIT score was 10.91, indicating hazardous alcohol use. Nearly one-third of participants had an AUDIT score ≥ 15, suggesting an increased likelihood of an AUD. Regression results showed that higher AUDIT scores (p < .001) were negatively associated with the intention to seek professional help for alcohol use. All RAA constructs were statistically significant predictors of intention to seek help (p < .001), with the full model explaining nearly 40% of the variance in help-seeking intentions. This study provides new insights into the complex interplay between personal beliefs and drinking behaviors in help-seeking intentions. Leveraging constructs of the RAA, specifically, positive attitudes toward professional help, greater social acceptance of help-seeking, and higher perceived autonomy over seeking help, was associated with stronger intentions to seek support. The psychosocial elements of these frameworks, combined with informing students of their risks, offer a nuanced approach to encouraging the shift from help-seeking hesitancy to help-seeking acceptance.</p>","PeriodicalId":73905,"journal":{"name":"Journal of prevention (2022)","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143999710","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}

{"title":"Community-Based Group Exercises and Depression Prevention Among Middle-Aged and Older Adults in China: A Longitudinal Analysis.","authors":"Fanyu Liu, Kerui Geng, Bin Jiang, Xiang Li, Qinlan Wang","doi":"10.1007/s10935-025-00843-0","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s10935-025-00843-0","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Physical activity and social support are recognized as contributing to preventing depression. Community-based group exercises are activities that combines both functions. Fewer studies have examined the association between community-based group exercises and the depression severity of middle-aged and older adults. In this study, we were trying to estimate such correlation and explore the potential mechanisms. Data from the China Longitudinal Study of Health and Retirement was analyzed (N = 17,481). Participation in community-based group exercises and depression severity were self-reported by the surveyed middle-aged and older adults. The ordered probit model was used to analyze the association between participation in community-based group exercises and depression severity. Compared with middle-aged and older adults who did not participate in community-based group exercises, those who engaged in such activities exhibited improved depression severity in the current year (coefficient = 0.229, p < 0.01) and two years later (coefficient = 0.199, p < 0.01). The relationship was more pronounced among women. Improved physical fitness and more frequent visits to neighbors and relatives for social support are potential mechanisms. In addition to medical interventions, social support and physical fitness are effective strategies for depression prevention. Policymakers could enhance the mental health of middle-aged and older adults, particularly among women, by encouraging participation in community-based group exercises. This is particularly important in rapidly ageing societies.</p>","PeriodicalId":73905,"journal":{"name":"Journal of prevention (2022)","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144044262","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}