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Enhancing knowledge of adolescent mental health among law enforcement: Implementing youth-focused crisis intervention team training

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  • Kubiak, Sheryl
  • Shamrova, Daria
  • Comartin, Erin

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This study explores the feasibility, acceptability, fidelity, and outcomes of a youth version of the Crisis Intervention Team training (CIT-Y). This intervention is designed to keep youth with a mental health problem out of the criminal/legal system by equipping police officers with developmentally appropriate information and techniques. Whereas much is known about the adult-focused CIT training, little is known about the youth-focused training. This preliminary investigation uses multiple methods (training observations, officer interviews, and pre/post-tests) to assesses the implementation of CIT-Y in two Midwest counties. Multiple 8-hour training sessions were offered in both counties with 127 officers participating and completing the pre/post measure. The findings of this study confirmed that CIT-Y training was feasible in these counties and acceptable to the officers who participated. Outcomes from the pre/post-tests show that 86% of officers positively changed their knowledge and attitudes regarding youth with mental health problems. Interviews revealed a positive impact on officers’ reported behaviors. While this preliminary investigation of CIT-Y showed positive outcomes, recommendations for enhancing the curriculum and subsequent research are discussed.

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  • Kubiak, Sheryl & Shamrova, Daria & Comartin, Erin, 2019. "Enhancing knowledge of adolescent mental health among law enforcement: Implementing youth-focused crisis intervention team training," Evaluation and Program Planning, Elsevier, vol. 73(C), pages 44-52.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:epplan:v:73:y:2019:i:c:p:44-52
    DOI: 10.1016/j.evalprogplan.2018.11.006
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    2. Brady, Caitlin M. & Dieterich, Gabrielle & Graham, Amanda, 2024. "Ambiguous calls: Public preferences for law enforcement responses to people in crisis," Journal of Criminal Justice, Elsevier, vol. 92(C).
    3. Rice, Jessica L. & Tan, Tony Xing & Li, Yanzheng, 2021. "In their voices: Experiences of adolescents during involuntary psychiatric hospitalization," Children and Youth Services Review, Elsevier, vol. 126(C).

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