Enhancing knowledge of adolescent mental health among law enforcement: Implementing youth-focused crisis intervention team training |
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| Affiliation: | 1. Wayne State University, School of Social Work, United States;2. Wichita State University, School of Social Work, United States;1. London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, 15-17 Tavistock Place, London, WC1E 7HT, UK;2. CARE International UK, Camelford House, 87-90 Albert Embankment, Lambeth, London, SE1 7TP, UK;3. CARE USA, 2506 Beacon Avenue, Atlanta, V8L 1Y2, USA;4. CARE Rwanda, N 8 Avenue, Kigali, Rwanda;5. Independent Consultant, New York, USA;1. University of Idaho, College of Education,875 Perimeter Drive MS 2401, Moscow, ID, 83844, United States;2. University of South Carolina, 1300 Wheat Street, Blatt PE Center, Columbia, SC 29208, United States;3. Iowa State University, 534 Wallace Road, Ames, IA 5001, United States;1. Department of Physical Education, University of South Carolina, 1300 Wheat Street, Columbia, SC 29208, United States;2. Department of Exercise Science, University of South Carolina, 900 Assembly Street, Columbia, SC 29208, United States;3. Department of Movement Sciences, University of Idaho, 875 Perimeter Drive MS 2401, Moscow, ID 83844-2401, United States;4. Department of Kinesiology, Iowa State University, 534 Wallace Road, Ames, IA 50011, United States;1. Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Allied Health Professions, 730 East Broad Street, Richmond, VA, 23298, USA;2. University of Maryland School of Public Health, 4200 Valley Drive, College Park, MD, 20742, USA;3. University of Kentucky College of Public Health, 111 Washington Ave., Lexington, KY, 40536, USA;4. University of Kentucky College of Medicine, UK Medical Center MN 150, Lexington, KY, 40536, USA;5. University of Kentucky College of Public Health, 111 Washington Ave., Lexington, KY, 40536, USA;1. Department of Rural Development Management, Faculty of Agriculture, Yasouj University, Yasouj, Iran;2. Department of Agricultural Extension and Education, College of Agriculture, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran;1. Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University, 1518 Clifton Rd, Atlanta, GA 30322, United States;2. University of Texas School of Public Health, 7000 Fannin St., Suite 2668, Houston, TX 77030, United States;3. University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 200 N. Greensboro Street, Suite D-13, Carrboro, NC 27510, United States |
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| Abstract: | 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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| Keywords: | Crisis Intervention Team training Law enforcement training Feasibility Acceptability Fidelity |
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