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Supporting Vulnerable People During Challenging Transitions: A Systematic Review of Critical Time Intervention
Jennifer I Manuel1, Megan Nizza2, Daniel B Herman3
1School of Social Work, University of Connecticut, Hartford, CT, USA. jennifer.manuel@uconn.edu.
Administration and Policy in Mental Health
|October 13, 2022
Summary
Critical Time Intervention (CTI) effectively reduces homelessness and boosts service engagement for individuals in transition. This systematic review confirms CTI
Area of Science:
- Social Work
- Public Health
- Psychology
Background:
- Critical Time Intervention (CTI) aims to mitigate risks during life transitions.
- Previous reviews suggest CTI benefits, but systematic evidence is lacking.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review the effectiveness of CTI across diverse populations and transitions.
- To synthesize evidence on CTI's impact on key outcome domains.
Main Methods:
- Systematic review adhering to PRISMA-P guidelines.
- Inclusion of 13 experimental and quasi-experimental studies.
- Analysis of outcomes including housing, service use, health, and social support.
Main Results:
- CTI demonstrated a consistent positive impact on reducing homelessness.
- CTI significantly increased service engagement and use.
- Effects were observed across various populations and transition types.
Conclusions:
- CTI is an effective intervention for vulnerable populations.
- Further research is needed to elucidate the specific mechanisms of CTI's success.
- Findings support CTI implementation in practice and policy.
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