scholarly journals A program evaluation of the Innovative Teen Pregnancy Prevention Programs (iTP3) Project

2022 ◽  
Vol 80 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Kristen M. Garcia ◽  
Christi H. Esquivel ◽  
Whitney R. Garney ◽  
Kelly L. Wilson ◽  
Jennifer Farmer
Keyword(s):  
Teen Pregnancy ◽  
Development Process ◽  
Prevention Programs ◽  
Pregnancy Prevention ◽  
The United States ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Teen Pregnancy Prevention ◽  
Mixed Methods Design ◽  
Funding Model ◽  
Evidence Based Programs

Abstract Background Teen pregnancy prevention in the United States has traditionally focused on the development, testing, and subsequent implementation of a set of evidence-based programs (EBPs), recommended nationally. However, these existing EBPs often do not prioritize the most at-risk or vulnerable populations. Methods The Innovative Teen Pregnancy Prevention Programs (iTP3) project was funded to facilitate the development of new, innovative programs to reach disparate populations. Through a mixed methods design, iTP3 evaluated the process and resulting innovative programs from five iterative cohorts of funded organizations, referred to as Innovators. iTP3 utilized both a traditional funding model with more traditional methods of capacity building assistance, but transitioned over time to a design-focused funding model in which organizations and individuals developed innovative programs through an intensive human centered design process. Results Evaluation results showed that the resulting portfolio of programs had differences in the types of programs resulting from the differing funding models. Notable differences among programs from the two funding models include program length, along with personnel, time, and resources needed to develop and manage. Conclusion Both traditional and design funding models led to innovative programs, with notable differences in the development process and resulting programs.

scholarly journals A Program Evaluation of the Innovative Teen Pregnancy Prevention Programs (iTP3) Project

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kristen M. Garcia ◽  
Christi H Esqu ◽  
Whitney R. Garney ◽  
Kelly L. Wilson ◽  
Jennifer Farmer
Keyword(s):  
Teen Pregnancy ◽  
Development Process ◽  
Prevention Programs ◽  
Pregnancy Prevention ◽  
The United States ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Teen Pregnancy Prevention ◽  
Mixed Methods Design ◽  
Funding Model ◽  
Evidence Based Programs

Abstract Background: Teen pregnancy prevention in the United States has traditionally focused on the development, testing, and subsequent implementation of a set of evidence-based programs (EBPs), recommended nationally. However, these existing EBPs often do not prioritize the most at-risk or vulnerable populations. Methods: The Innovative Teen Pregnancy Prevention Programs (iTP3) project was funded to facilitate the development of new, innovative programs to reach disparate populations. Through a mixed methods design, iTP3 evaluated the process and resulting innovative programs from five iterative cohorts of funded organizations, referred to as Innovators. iTP3 utilized both a traditional funding model with more traditional methods of capacity building assistance, but transitioned over time to a design-focused funding model in which organizations and individuals developed innovative programs through an intensive human centered design process. Results: Evaluation results showed that the resulting portfolio of programs had differences in the types of programs resulting from the differing funding models. Notable differences among programs from the two funding models include program length, along with personnel, time, and resources needed to develop and manage. Conclusion: Both traditional and design funding models led to innovative programs, with notable differences in the development process and resulting programs.

School-Based Teen Pregnancy Prevention Programs: A Review of the Literature

2002 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
pp. 11-17 ◽  
Author(s):  
Helina H. Hoyt ◽  
Betty L. Broom
Keyword(s):  
Teen Pregnancy ◽  
Teenage Pregnancy ◽  
Prevention Programs ◽  
Active Role ◽  
Pregnancy Prevention ◽  
The United States ◽  
School Nurses ◽  
Health Educators ◽  
Teen Pregnancy Prevention ◽  
School Based

Teenage pregnancy is a well-documented problem in the United States, with approximately 890,000 teenage pregnancies occurring each year. Although teen pregnancy rates have declined since 1991, rates remain higher than the mid-1970s and are fourfold those of European countries. Substantial morbidity and social problems result from these pregnancies, affecting the mother, her children, other family members, and society. Multiple educational approaches have been used, with few demonstrating significant reductions in teen pregnancy. School-based programs have been diverse and multifaceted. Recently, programs with a comprehensive approach have shown potential for success. In this article, characteristics and elements of promising school-based programs are identified and discussed. It is imperative that school nurses play an active role in developing and implementing prevention programs that incorporate rigorous evaluation. As health educators, school nurses are in a prime position to implement and evaluate the effectiveness of teen pregnancy prevention programs.

scholarly journals Beyond Evidence-Based Interventions for Teen Pregnancy Prevention

2017 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 126-135 ◽  
Author(s):  
Emily Scribner-O'Pray
Keyword(s):  
High Risk ◽  
Sexual Health ◽  
Teen Pregnancy ◽  
Scaling Up ◽  
Pregnancy Prevention ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Teen Pregnancy Prevention ◽  
Adolescent Sexual Health

This article examines how the field of adolescent sexual health came to embrace evidence-based interventions (EBIs); whether or not this approach is effective in meeting the needs of adolescents, especially those at high risk for teen pregnancy; concerns related to the scaling up of EBIs; and identifies issues which must be resolved as we move forward.

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