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Sanna J Thompson1, Kimberly Bender, Liliane C Windsor
1University of Texas at Austin, School of Social Work, 1717 W. 6th Street Suite 295, Austin, TX 78703.
Abstract:
Engagement of high-risk adolescents and their families in treatment is a considerable challenge for service providers and agencies. Despite its importance, little research has been conducted that explores this important treatment process. To address this gap, a test of an innovative method to improve engagement in family therapy was undertaken. Findings of this study of 42 intervention group families and 41 comparison group families (N=83) suggest that augmenting in-home family therapy with short and creative experiential activities can significantly increase engagement and retention in treatment. Further research of engagement as a mechanism of change in family-based treatment is needed.
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