Journal of prevention (2022)最新文献

{"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":"10.1007/s10935-025-00847-w","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>In Bosnia and Herzegovina, prevention efforts have traditionally relied on methods not informed by scientific evidence, limiting their effectiveness. This practitioner narrative explores the implementation of the European Prevention Curriculum (EUPC) in Bosnia and Herzegovina as part of a Special Issue on EUPC implementation practice and lessons learnt, examining the first outcomes of the training on decision, opinion, and policy makers (DOPs) and its role in fostering the adoption of evidence-based prevention strategies. Since 2022, ten EUPC training courses have been conducted in nine cities, engaging 178 key stakeholders from various sectors. The training aims to enhance participants' knowledge of science-based prevention principles and equip them with tools for informed decision-making in policy development and program implementation. To assess the outcome of EUPC training, we analyzed changes in policy discussions, strategic planning, and funding allocation for prevention programs. Key indicators include the proposal for the first national Prevention Strategy and the revision of public funding criteria to prioritize evidence-based initiatives. These findings demonstrate the training's role in shaping a more structured and effective prevention landscape. By systematically strengthening the capacity of key stakeholders, EUPC training serves as a catalyst for embedding science-based prevention within national frameworks. This paper highlights its potential to drive a paradigm shift toward sustainable, evidence-informed public health policies.</p>","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":"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, Qinglan Wang","doi":"10.1007/s10935-025-00843-0","DOIUrl":"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}

{"title":"European Prevention Curriculum (EUPC) for Decision, Opinion and Policy Makers: Implementation and Lessons Learnt in Croatia.","authors":"Martina Ferić, Josipa-Lovorka Andreić, Katarina Serdar Čerpnjak, Matea Belošević","doi":"10.1007/s10935-025-00840-3","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s10935-025-00840-3","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The Laboratory for Prevention Research (PrevLab) (University of Zagreb Faculty of Education and Rehabilitation Sciences (UniZG ERF) has a long-standing involvement in EU projects that developed the EUPC curriculum and associated training (DOPs, frontline prevention practitioners and academic version) led to the implementation and dissemination of the EUPC throughout Croatia. In this article, the focus is on the EUPC for DOPs, as the training of DOPs has emerged as a priority in the process of implementing a quality prevention system in the country. The Implementation of EUPC training for DOPs is carried out in close collaboration between Service on Addiction Policies of the Croatian Institute of Public Health (Further: CIPH) and PrevLab. PrevLab ensures that the training materials are constantly updated based on (inter)national research and provides supervision for the trainers, while CIPH provides the financial and organisational resources for the implementation of the training. To date, 119 DOPs have participated in the training and the evaluation results show that the learning outcomes of the training have been achieved. An evaluation tool still needs to be developed to assess the impact of the EUPC training for DOPs on the national prevention system. In addition, further measures need to be taken to ensure the recognition and participation of high-level DOPs in the EUPC training. A strong factor promoting the (further) implementation of EUPC training for DOPs is the fact that the need for DOP training on evidence-based prevention is recognised in national documents in the field of substance use prevention, as well as the strong support from CIPH, an organisation with high credibility and influence at national level, and the national focal point of the EUDA.</p>","PeriodicalId":73905,"journal":{"name":"Journal of prevention (2022)","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144058273","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":"Trends in Road Traffic Crash Fatalities in Belgrade: A Twelve-Year Retrospective Analysis (2010-2021).","authors":"Slavisa Zagorac, Ljiljana Markovic-Denic, Vladimir Nikolic","doi":"10.1007/s10935-025-00846-x","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s10935-025-00846-x","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The road traffic crashes (RTCs) are one of the significant public health challenges. According to the latest WHO data, about 1.2 million people die as a result of RTCs, making RTCs the main cause of death in many countries. This study assesses road traffic crash (RTC) fatalities in Belgrade, Serbia from 2010 to 2021, utilizing data from the Belgrade Police Department and employing joinpoint regression analysis. Over the period, 1,264 fatalities were recorded with a peak in 2011 (136 deaths) and a reduction to 76 by 2021, indicating a significant annual decrease of -4.4% in mortality rates. Men made up 72.7% of the deaths, with pedestrians being the most affected group (41.0%). There was a notable decline in fatalities among most demographic groups, particularly pedestrians and young adults aged 26-35. The findings highlight a downward trend in RTC mortality, yet the numbers remain concerning. Enhanced enforcement of existing road safety regulations, such as mandatory seat belt use, and targeted measures for vulnerable groups like pedestrians and seniors are recommended to further reduce fatalities.</p>","PeriodicalId":73905,"journal":{"name":"Journal of prevention (2022)","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144061005","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 Long Way to Evidence-Based Prevention: the Experience of the ASAP-Training Project as a Milestone in the European Dissemination of the EUPC (European Prevention Curriculum).","authors":"Rachele Donini, Daniele Musian, Marco Piana, Sonia Salvini, Anna Zunino","doi":"10.1007/s10935-025-00845-y","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s10935-025-00845-y","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Prevention science has made significant strides in establishing evidence-based interventions and quality standards for drug prevention. However, widespread dissemination and implementation remains limited. This article explores how in the European context reference points such as the European Drug Prevention Quality Standards (EDPQS), the Universal Prevention Curriculum (UPC) and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) International Standards on drug use prevention created the roots to promote evidence-based prevention. This article briefly reports the outputs of the ASAP-Training project and how it can be considered as a milestone in the European dissemination of the EUPC, thanks to the idea of linking the training of the prevention professional workforce to the analysis of countries' prevention systems. Key outputs include the development of national prevention profiles, training curricula, and an online platform to support sustainability together with a new-born network of European trainers that now counts more than a hundred members. The paper ends with the presentation of the Italian institutional process that brought the EUPC into the framework of the national prevention plan, assuring its sustainability and wider dissemination in all Italian regions. The collaboration with the European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) ensures ongoing access and dissemination of training resources, ultimately aiming to enhance the quality and impact of drug prevention efforts in Europe.</p>","PeriodicalId":73905,"journal":{"name":"Journal of prevention (2022)","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144052614","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":"Systematic Review on Chemsex: Advocating for Inclusive Research and Primary Prevention.","authors":"Carolina Rodríguez-González, Andrea Vázquez-Martínez, Víctor José Villanueva-Blasco","doi":"10.1007/s10935-025-00825-2","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10935-025-00825-2","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Chemsex is a specific practice of sexualized drug use (SDU), linked mainly to the group of men who have sex with men (MSM). This practice has become a public health problem due to the increase in sexually transmitted infections and HIV. However, there are groups and aspects that require greater visibility and research. This study aims to (1) analyze whether the majority of existing studies on chemsex focus on MSM and to what extent studies have addressed other sexual orientations and gender identities; and (2) determine the characteristics and effectiveness of interventions implemented for the prevention and risk reduction associated with chemsex, excluding pre- and post-exposure prophylaxis for HIV. Following PRISMA recommendations, a systematic review was conducted in the Cochrane Library, PubMed/MEDLINE, Scopus and Web of Science databases between April and July 2024. The results were synthesized using a narrative approach and the methodological quality was evaluated of the studies included with the Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool (MMAT) instrument. The first search identified 1314 studies, 14 of them being relevant. The studies analyzed the presence of chemsex and SDU in diverse samples regarding sexual orientation and gender identity. They were plural and addressed multiple aspects that constitute the phenomenon of chemsex. The second search yielded 1985 studies, of which two met the inclusion criteria. No primary or secondary prevention interventions were recorded; however, risk prevention interventions were documented. These interventions demonstrated reductions in chemsex practices, engagement in unsafe sexual behaviors, and substance use. Chemsex reflects complex dynamics within sexually minoritized groups, influenced by gender, sexual orientation, and the collective's inherent insecurities. While risk reduction programs exist, there is a notable lack of primary prevention interventions. Expanding research to include diverse populations and developing inclusive strategies to address this phenomenon is crucial.</p>","PeriodicalId":73905,"journal":{"name":"Journal of prevention (2022)","volume":" ","pages":"161-187"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2025-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142967600","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":"Perceptions of COVID-19 and HIV Risk and Related Preventive Health Behaviors in Rural Zambia.","authors":"Mei Tan, Philip E Thuma, Susie Hoffman","doi":"10.1007/s10935-024-00817-8","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10935-024-00817-8","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Risk perception, its relationship to preventive health behaviors and other factors (e.g., direct experience of a disease) are important for determining effective targets for disease prevention. Whether these relationships are the same for various diseases has not been well-researched. Drawing on a holistic model of risk perception, this study compares levels of perceived risk for COVID-19 and HIV in a rural Zambian community, examines hypothesized correlates of perceived risk, and evaluates whether higher perceived risk and/or its correlates are associated with practicing preventive behaviors for each disease. The sample included 118 adults participating in a larger study of families affected by HIV. Via surveys, information about risk perception, preventive behaviors, knowledge about, trust in information sources, direct experience and hearing about each disease, and prosociality, were collected. For each disease, perceived risk was not related to its preventive behaviors. Levels of perceived risk for COVID-19 and HIV differed significantly, as did their correlates. Having trusted sources of information about HIV was related to higher perceived risk of HIV. Direct experience of COVID-19 was related to higher perceived risk of COVID-19, but only at a level of interest. Although practicing preventive behaviors for each condition was related to higher levels of knowledge about each disease at a level of interest, willingness to engage in behavior beneficial to others (prosociality) was significantly related only to COVID-19 preventive behaviors. Different diseases provoke different levels of perceived risk and engagement with preventive behaviors and may be correlated with distinct factors. These differences may be due to history of experience with a disease, as well as cultural factors.</p>","PeriodicalId":73905,"journal":{"name":"Journal of prevention (2022)","volume":" ","pages":"283-297"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2025-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11981845/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142808841","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Containment Measures and Alcohol Consumption Among Drinking Higher Education Students Before and During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Multilevel Analysis in 25 Countries.","authors":"Robert Tholen, Koen Ponnet, Guido Van Hal, Sara de Bruyn, Veerle Buffel, Sarah Van de Velde, Piet Bracke, Philippe Bos, Yildiz Akvardar, Petra Arnold, Heide Busse, Andreas Chatzittofis, Stefanie Helmer, Fatemeh Rabiee-Khan, Vera Skalicka, Theoni Stathopoulou, Marie-Pierre Tavolacci, Claudia van der Heijde, Edwin Wouters","doi":"10.1007/s10935-024-00807-w","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10935-024-00807-w","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Hazardous alcohol use tends to be more prominent among higher education students. The COVID-19 pandemic severely altered student life, raising questions on its impact on students' alcohol use patterns. The current study examined cross-country variations in drinking behaviors (weekly drinking and binge drinking), and the extent to which these variations were associated with containment measures implemented during the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic. Data were obtained from the COVID-19 International Student Well-being Study, covering students in 25 middle- and upper-high income countries. Data on government responses were retrieved from the Oxford COVID-19 Government Response Tracker. Multilevel multinomial logistic regression analyses were performed on weekly drinking (n = 44,212) and binge drinking (n = 32,785). Considerable cross-country variation existed for weekly drinking and binge drinking. In the majority of countries, a self-reported decrease in weekly drinking and a substantial self-reported decrease in binge drinking were observed. Closings of schools were associated with decreases in weekly drinking, while limitations on social gatherings were associated with increases in weekly drinking. The stringency index was associated with reporting decreased binge drinking. The study findings demonstrate a number of small yet significant associations between containment measures and changes in student drinking behaviors. Future studies are required to uncover why some students increased their alcohol consumption, particularly in countries with stricter limitations on social gatherings.</p>","PeriodicalId":73905,"journal":{"name":"Journal of prevention (2022)","volume":" ","pages":"213-227"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142333904","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}