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Diffusion of innovations theory, a cornerstone of social science, has evolved into a dissemination science. This review highlights key concepts to accelerate the spread of evidence-based practices in social work.

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Area of Science:

  • Social Science Theory
  • Dissemination Science

Background:

  • Diffusion of innovations theory boasts a long history of conceptual and empirical study across diverse disciplines.
  • Research evolved from describing naturalistic diffusion to purposive interventions for spreading innovations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review diffusion theory.
  • To identify seven key concepts for accelerating the spread of evidence-based practices, programs, and policies in social work.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of diffusion theory.
  • Focus on seven specific concepts: intervention attributes, intervention clusters, demonstration projects, societal sectors, reinforcing contextual conditions, opinion leadership, and intervention adaptation.

Main Results:

  • The review identifies seven concepts with potential to accelerate the dissemination of evidence-based practices.
  • These concepts are crucial for increasing external validity and diffusion likelihood.

Conclusions:

  • Diffusion theory provides a robust framework for understanding and accelerating the spread of innovations.
  • Applying these seven concepts can enhance the adoption of evidence-based practices in social work.