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A preventive intervention program for the newly separated: final evaluations.

Bernard L Bloom1, William F Hodges1, Michael B Kern1

  • 1University of Colorado.

The American Journal of Orthopsychiatry
|January 1, 1985
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A six-month preventive program significantly improved adjustment and reduced problems for recently separated individuals. Long-term follow-ups confirmed lasting benefits, with some appearing years after the intervention.

Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Social Work
  • Intervention Studies

Background:

  • Separation and divorce present significant challenges to individual adjustment.
  • Preventive interventions aim to mitigate negative outcomes associated with major life transitions.
  • Long-term effects of such programs are crucial for understanding sustained benefits.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the long-term effectiveness of a six-month preventive program for recently separated individuals.
  • To assess adjustment, separation-related problems, and benefits at 30 months and four years post-intervention.
  • To analyze marital status transitions and identify factors influencing program outcomes.

Main Methods:

  • A randomized controlled trial comparing an intervention group to a control group.

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  • Data collection through follow-up assessments at 6, 18, 30 months, and four years.
  • Analysis of dependent measures of adjustment, separation-related problems, and reported benefits.

    • Main Results:

    • Intervention group showed significantly better adjustment and fewer problems at 30 months.
    • Lasting improvements in adjustment and life quality observed at four years, though less pronounced.
    • Benefits emerged over time, varied between genders, and some appeared significantly post-program.

    Conclusions:

    • The preventive program offers sustained positive effects on adjustment and life quality for separated individuals.
    • The timing and distribution of benefits highlight the need for long-term support and tailored interventions.
    • Further research can refine programs to maximize effectiveness and address diverse needs during separation.