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Multisystemic therapy (MST) is an effective, evidence-based treatment for youth with behavioral issues. Research shows MST yields favorable outcomes for families when treatment fidelity is maintained.

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  • Child and Adolescent Psychology
  • Family Therapy
  • Evidence-Based Practice

Background:

  • Multisystemic therapy (MST) is an evidence-based treatment developed for at-risk youth with antisocial behavior.
  • MST has been adapted for various challenging clinical issues faced by youth and their families.
  • The treatment is grounded in a social-ecological theoretical framework.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present the theoretical framework, delivery model, intervention strategies, and quality assurance system of Multisystemic Therapy (MST).
  • To highlight the extensive evaluation of MST through over 100 peer-reviewed articles.
  • To summarize the favorable outcomes and the importance of treatment fidelity.

Main Methods:

  • Review of over 100 peer-reviewed outcome and implementation studies on MST.
  • Analysis of the social-ecological theoretical framework underpinning MST.
  • Examination of the home-based treatment delivery model and quality assurance systems.

Main Results:

  • Outcome research demonstrates almost uniformly favorable results for youth and families receiving MST.
  • Implementation research confirms the critical role of treatment and program fidelity in achieving positive outcomes.
  • MST is one of the most extensively evaluated family-based treatments.

Conclusions:

  • Multisystemic therapy (MST) is a well-established and highly evaluated family-based intervention.
  • Consistent positive outcomes for youth and families are linked to adherence to treatment protocols (fidelity).
  • The evidence base supports MST's effectiveness and the importance of its structured approach.