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Summit, Aleza K.; Friedman, Emmeline; Stein, Tara B.; Gold, Marji – Journal of School Health, 2019
Background: With recent recommendations from professional organizations, long-acting reversible contraception (LARC) methods are considered appropriate first-line contraception for adolescents. Many school-based health centers (SBHCs) in New York City (NYC) have recently added onsite LARC insertion and management to their contraceptive options. We…
Descriptors: Contraception, Educational Environment, Health Services, Program Implementation
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Fair, Kayla N.; Solari Williams, Kayce D.; Warren, Judith; McKyer, E. Lisako Jones; Ory, Marcia G. – Journal of School Health, 2018
Background: Although the influence of organizational culture has been examined on a variety of student outcomes, few studies consider the influence that culture may have on school-based obesity prevention interventions. We present a systematic review of the literature to examine how elements of organizational culture may affect the adoption,…
Descriptors: Organizational Culture, Obesity, Prevention, Intervention
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Berger, Emily; Hasking, Penelope; Reupert, Andrea – Journal of School Health, 2015
Background: Nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI) is an increasing and serious concern in schools. The purpose of this study was to determine the suitability of a new policy for responding to NSSI in schools. Methods: Teachers and other school staff, including year level coordinators, psychologists, and counselors, N?=?48, reviewed a policy for…
Descriptors: Injuries, Self Destructive Behavior, School Policy, Focus Groups