Jean Rhodes Study after study has shown that mentees experience more benefits when they are paired with mentors who had experience in helping roles (e.g., teachers, counselors, or social workers) as opposed to mentors with no such experience. In a large study, researchers a mentor’s helping background was a significant moderator of program effects, improving outcomes in conflict management, help-seeking, and problem-solving, as well as affect, emotional symptoms, and conduct problems (Jarjoura, Tanyu, Janet Forbush, Herrera, &  Keller, 2018). Two comprehensive meta-analyses, conducte ..read more

Kazdin, A. (2023). Interventions in Everyday Life to Improve Mental Health and Reduce Symptoms of Psychiatric Disorders. American Psychologist, Vol. 79, No. 2, 185–209. ISSN: 0003-066X https://doi.org/10.1037/amp0001158 by Jean Rhodes In a recent study, Yale psychology professor Alan Kazdin (2023) highlighted the global mental health crisis and the fact that most people do not receive interventions. Indeed despite advances in evidence-based treatments, barriers such as cost, stigma, and lack of access impede treatment their use. To address this gap, he proposed integrating interventions from ..read more

The 15th annual Summer Institute on Youth Mentoring will be held in-person at Portland State University July 22-25, 2024. The upcoming Summer Institute will address the intentional focus of activities within the mentoring relationship. Sessions with leading scholars will explore how the choice of activities is influenced by needs, goals, and attitudes at the participant level and also by priorities and outcomes emphasized at the program level. The Summer Institute on Youth Mentoring offers an intensive four-day seminar for experienced mentoring professionals to engage in highly interactive d ..read more

Join MENTOR Maryland/DC for a virtual training session centered on Trauma-Informed Youth Development and Mentoring. Delve into understanding the nature of trauma, explore what it means to be ‘trauma-informed’, and learn practical approaches for fostering trauma-informed relationships with youth. This session will provide comprehensive answers to key questions, shedding light on the roles and responsibilities of programs and mentors. Remember, in youth development, relationships are invaluable assets, and embracing a trauma-informed approach guarantees enhanced security and emotional well-bei ..read more

Centering Black adolescent girls’ voices- Strategies to prevent disproportionate discipline (Part 1) (1)   Centering Black adolescent girls’ voices- Strategies to prevent disproportionate discipline (Part 2) (1 ..read more

Suymmary This study investigated the relationship between college students’ sleep habits and academic achievement. Prior research has shown a significant association between sleep quality, sleep duration, and academic performance. This study integrated findings from multiple studies examining how sleep duration, quality, regularity, and disruptions impact the academic functioning of college students. Factors that influence students’ sleep patterns, such as lifestyle choices, extracurricular activities, academic workload, and sociodemographic characteristics were also considered. Initial resul ..read more

Koide et al. (2024). Ethnic-Racial (Mis)Match between Mentors and Mentees on Perceived Strength of Relationship, Education Sciences DO – 10.3390/educsci14040398 Background The quality of the mentoring relationship is considered a crucial determinant of these positive outcomes, with high-quality relationships linked to longer match durations and better youth outcomes/ One factor hypothesized to influence the development and quality of mentoring relationships is the ethnic-racial match between mentors and mentees. Some research suggests that shared ethnic-racial identities may facilitate trust ..read more

Prescott, J., & Hanley, T. (2023). Therapists’ attitudes towards the use of AI in therapeutic practice: considering the therapeutic alliance. Mental Health and Social Inclusion, 27(2), 177-185. https://doi.org/10.1108/MHSI-02-2023-0020 The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in mental health and other services has been a topic of growing interest and debate. Machine therapists–i.e., “conversational agents” that communicate with patients. Previous research has explored the potential benefits and challenges of incorporating AI into therapeutic practice, such as: improving access to care re ..read more

Taussig et al. Long‐term impact of the fostering healthy futures for preteens program on suicide‐related thoughts and behaviors for youth in out‐of‐home care: A randomized controlled trial. American Journal of Community Psychology, [s. l.], 2024. DOI 10.1002/ajcp.12745. Disponível em: https://search-ebscohost-com.ezp-prod1.hul.harvard.edu/login.aspx?direct=true&db=psyh&AN=2024-61562-001&site=ehost-live&scope=site. Acesso em: 13 abr. 2024. Background Suicide-related thoughts and behaviors (STB) among young people are a serious global public health concern, with i ..read more

Doerwald, F., Zacher, H., Van Yperen, N. W., & Scheibe, S. (2021). Generativity at work: A meta-analysis. Journal of Vocational Behavior, 125, 103521. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jvb.2020.103521 Overview Generativity refers to the motive and behavior to support and guide younger people and contribute to the well-being of future generations (Erikson, 1950; McAdams & de St. Aubin, 1992). In this study, the authors proposed that generativity at work is influenced by a range of factors including the workers’ age, characteristics, job demands, resources). They found that generativity would b ..read more