Mediators and moderators in the evaluation of programs for children; current practice and agenda for improvement

Article Abstract:

Issues concerning the role of mediators and moderators in the evaluation of programs for children are discussed. Using bibliometric analysis, how evaluators use mediators and moderators in treatment studies in fields including juvenile justice or protection, health care, and education. Such use is sporadic and vague at best, and an agenda for improvement is outlined.

Usage, Services, Evaluation research (Social action programs), Child welfare

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The "Experimenting Agency": the California Youth Authority research division

Article Abstract:

The institutional and political reasons for adaptation of series of randomized field trials by the California Youth Authority to test interventions for juvenile and young adult offenders is examined. The effect of these trials on the agency and on California justice is discussed.

Science & research, Research, Young adults, Powers and duties, United States. National Institute of Justice

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The devil is in details

Article Abstract:

A study examines whether the drug abuse prevention programs have any favorable impact on drug abusers behavior.

Drug Addicts, Psychological aspects, Care and treatment, Influence, Drug abusers, Control, Drug abuse, Drug abuse counseling, Drug abuse counselling

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