Annual Research Review: The state of implementation science in child psychology and psychiatry: a review and suggestions to advance the field

ConclusionsOptimizing the implementation of effective treatments in community care for youth with psychiatric disorders is a defining challenge of our time. This review proposes a new direction focused on developing and testing integrated causal theories. We recommend implementation scientists: (a) move from observational studies of implementation barriers and facilitators to trials that include causal theory; (b) identify a core set of implementation determinants; (c) conduct trials of implementation strategies with clear targets, mechanisms, and outcomes; (d) ensure that behaviors that are core to EBPs are clearly defined; and (e) agree upon standard measures. This agenda will help fulfill the promise of evidence ‐based practice for improving youth behavioral health.
Source: Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry - Category: Psychiatry Authors: Tags: Annual Research Review Source Type: research