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Evidence-Based Practice for Children and Adolescents
Disseminating Evidence-Based Practice for Children and Adolescents: A Systems Approach to Enhancing Care
Report of the Task Force on Evidence-Based Practice with Children and Adolescents
This report addresses the unique challenges for practitioners in developing, strengthening, and disseminating evidence-based practice (EBP) for children, adolescents, and their families.
The report adheres to the 2005 APA policy statement on Evidence-Based Practice in Psychology, which calls for "the integration of the best available research with clinical expertise in the context of patient characteristics, culture, and preferences."
The report covers:
- a brief history and the key assumptions of EBP
- developmental considerations for children and adolescents
- the critical issues affecting the dissemination and implementation of EBP
- an approach to practice that consists of observation, inquiry, and evaluation
- recommendations for research, education, practice, and policy
Executive Summary (PDF)
Full Report (PDF)
Press Release
Additional APA Resources on Evidence-Based Practice:
APA Policy Statement on Evidence-Based Practice
Report of 2005 Presidential Task Force on Evidence-Based Practice
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