This is a monthly publication from Jennifer O'Brien, the Adolescent Health
Coordinator at the Minnesota Department of Health (see contact information
at the end of this publication). This E-Newsletter will cover adolescent
health/ youth development related research, data, resources, learning and
funding opportunities for interested professionals. Past issues of the
newsletter are available online at: http://www.health.state.mn.us/youth/
May 2007
May is Foster Care Month and Teen Pregnancy
Prevention Month
Research
1. New Edition of Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention Knowledge Path
2. 2007 Minnesota State Adolescent Sexual Health Report
3. The “Six T’s”: Barriers to Screening Teens for Substance Abuse in
Primary Care
Resources
4. Brief Questions Can ID At-Risk Youth, Researchers Say
5. Be the Catalyst: Anti Tobacco Project for Youth
6. FREE Slide Sets on HIV/AIDS
7. Connecting It All: A Summary of CARTA’s 2006 Institute on Racial
Disparities in Adolescent Sexual Health
8. What Works: Programs and Interventions that May Influence
Outcomes for Youth and Young Children
Conferences
9. Cognitive Behavior Intervention for Trauma in Schools (CBITS)
10. Call for Abstracts- 9th Annual MCH Summer Institute
11. Switch: Counteracting Effects of Media use on Obesity Risk among
Youth
12. 8th Annual Native American Prevention Program Sharing Conference:
Joining Voices
13. 2007 Summer Institute in Adolescent Health
14. Dad’s Make a Difference Celebration and Fundraiser
Grants (Please note: MDH is NOT a contact for the following opportunities)
15. Medica Foundation - Partnership for Prevention Grants
16. MAC Cosmetics - MAC AIDS Fund
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17. Targeted Grants to Increase the Well-Being of, and to Improve the
Permanency Outcomes for, Children Affected by Methamphetamine or
Other Substance Abuse
18. Youthful Offender Grants
19. Do Something -- GameStop Youth Grants
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Research
1. New Edition of Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention Knowledge
Path Available From http://www.MCHLibrary.info/Alert/default.html
In recognition of National Day to Prevent Teen Pregnancy (May 2,
2007), the MCH Library has released a new edition of Knowledge Path:
Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention. The knowledge path is an electronic
guide to current, high-quality resources that measure, document, and
monitor the problem; identify risk and protective factors; and report
on promising intervention strategies. The knowledge path is intended
for use by health professionals, policymakers, researchers, and others
who are interested in tracking information on this topic. Separate
sections identify resources for families and schools. The knowledge
path is available at
http://www.mchlibrary.info/KnowledgePaths/kp_adolpreg.html.
2. 2007 Minnesota State Adolescent Sexual Health Report
This report contains the most recent data available on the sexual
health of Minnesota adolescents. The report provides key sexual health
indicators in a brief and easy to read format. Use this important
information to develop and evaluate policies and programs that will
promote the sexual health of adolescents in your communities. A copy
of this report is available on the MN Organization on Adolescent
Pregnancy, Prevention and Parenting (MOAPPP) website:
http://www.moappp.org/Documents/2007AdoHealthReport.pdf
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3. The “Six T’s”: Barriers to Screening Teens for Substance
Abuse in Primary Care
Van Hook S, Harris S, Brooks T, Carey P, Kossack R, Kulig J, Knight J,
and the New England Partnership for Substance Abuse Research
(NEPSAR). Journal of Adolescent Health 40 (2007) 456-461
Abstract
“Purpose: To identify barriers to adolescent substance abuse screening
in primary care.
Methods
Focus groups were held at six primary care sites with a total of 38
providers. Providers brainstormed a list of barriers, collectively
grouped similar barriers, and voted to produce a final ranked list. Two
investigators qualitatively analyzed field notes and transcripts to
triangulate findings, ranked the barriers across all sites by the number
of groups identifying the barrier, then calculated a mean ranking (MR)
for each.
Results
The most commonly identified barrier was insufficient time (MR 1.8).
Lack of training in how to manage a positive screen was ranked second
(MR 1.7), but was linked to the first. Providers reported they had
enough time to administer a short screen, but insufficient time to
manage a positive result during the well care visit. The need to triage
competing problems (MR 3.0), lack of treatment resources (MR 3.3),
tenacious parents who would not leave the room for a confidential
discussion (MR 2.5), and unfamiliarity with screening tools (MR 3.0)
were also noted by more than one group.
Conclusions
Insufficient time and lack of training in how to manage positive
screens are the greatest barriers to screening adolescents for
substance abuse. This suggests that some providers might
differentially avoid screening youth who they suspect will screen
positive, yet these patients would benefit most from early recognition.
More research is needed on effective ways to manage positive
substance abuse screens in primary care.”
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Resources
4. Brief Questions Can ID At-Risk Youth, Researchers Say
http://members.jointogether.org/ct/71AKHks16XTM/
A brief screening tool called the adolescent risk inventory (ARI)
effectively identifies adolescents who may be at risk of engaging in
alcohol and other drug use or other dangerous behaviors.
5. Be the Catalyst: Anti Tobacco Project for Youth
Attached is information on a BlueCross BlueShield program to recruit
youth to fight big tobacco. The program is seeking youth currently in
8th - 11th grades. (Next year they will be in 9th - 12th grades.)
www.bethecatalyst.org
The application deadline is May 24, 2007. If you have additional
questions, please contact Andy Berndt:
berndt@streetfactorymedia.com
6. FREE Slide Sets on HIV/AIDS
CDC provides slide sets on HIV and AIDS that are available for use by
others. HIV/AIDS Surveillance in Adolescents and Young Adults
(through 2005) is now available at:
http://www.cdc.gov/hiv/topics/surveillance/resources/slides/adolescen
ts/index.htm
7. Connecting It All: A Summary of CARTA’s 2006 Institute on
Racial Disparities in Adolescent Sexual Health
Center for Applied Research and Technical Assistance – CARTA (via
HTN)
http://www.cartainc.org/PDFs/InstituteSummary_2006.pdf
On November 15, 2006 CARTA hosted its second annual Institute on
Racial Disparities in Adolescent Sexual Health titled as a one-day, preconference session for Healthy Teen Network's (HTN) National
Conference. The Institute offered a candid discussion on the impact of
structural racism and related factors on racial disparities in the sexual
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health of teens and the quality of adolescent reproductive health
services.
The Institute this year also offered two new modules as a result of
2005 participant feedback. The People's Institute for Survival and
Beyond- (PISAB) facilitated the training module that examined the role
of white privilege in perpetuating racial and ethnic disparities. In
addition, CARTA's new racism analysis tool titled, Assessing
Racial/Ethnic Equity: A Tool for Youth Development and Teen Sexual
Health Providers explored the levels of racism existing among
participants, their workplaces and communities.
8. What Works: Programs and Interventions that May Influence
Outcomes for Youth and Young Children: Information on over 60
indicators of types of programs and interventions that may influence
particular outcomes for teens and young children.
Child Trends Data Bank
http://childtrendsdatabank.org/WhatWorks.cfm
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Conferences/ Trainings
9. Cognitive Behavior Intervention for Trauma in Schools
(CBITS)
The Minnesota Department of Education is offering a 2 day training in
Cognitive Behavior Intervention for Trauma in Schools (CBITS) MDE
August 15 and 16. CBITS is a 10 session counseling curriculum is
directed at middle school aged students 5th grade to 9th. Teams from
school and community mental health programs are encouraged to
attend. Attached is the announcement, with links to CBITS web sites
and the training registration link. Or, to register now, click on this
link: http://www.zoomerang.com/survey.zgi?p=WEB226BPDXSM9Q .
See attached announcement.
10. Call for Abstracts- 9th Annual MCH Summer Institute
The Center for Leadership Education in Maternal and Child Public
Health at the University of Minnesota School of Public Health invites
you to submit poster abstracts to display during the 9th Annual MCH
Summer Institute on Addressing Health Disparities, “Culture,
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Communications and Health.” The Institute will be held at the Hubert
H. Humphrey Conference Center (on the West Bank of the University
on Minnesota-Minneapolis campus) on July 24-25, 2007.
Posters should focus on current research and practice addressing social
and health disparities that affect women, children, families, and
communities. Suggested topics include: adolescent health,
breastfeeding, child health, childhood injuries, childhood poverty,
health communications, children with special health needs, genetics,
health literacy, immigrant health, infant mortality, management and
sustainability of programs, mental health, perinatal health, male and
female reproductive health, welfare reform, and women’s health. We
welcome submissions from students, faculty, and community
organizations.
Abstracts must be 250 words or less. Please include the following
information in your abstract: (1) poster title, (2) list of all the authors
(presenter first), credentials, and agency affiliation, (3) a brief
introduction, (4) program/project description, (5) results, and (6)
conclusions.
Please submit abstracts no later than June 7, 2007 at 5:00 PM.
For conference information and the poster submission form, please
visit: http://www.epi.umn.edu/mch/events
Questions? Jan Pearson, pearson@epi.umn.edu 612-626-8644
11. Switch: Counteracting Effects of Media use on Obesity Risk
among Youth
Date/time: May 31, 2007 3-5 pm
Location: Cowles Auditorium, HH Humphrey Center,
University of Minnesota, West Bank Campus
Map and directions available at
(http://www1.umn.edu/twincities/maps/WBU/WBU-map.html)
Cost: Free, but an rsvp is required to assure availability of adequate
seating, refreshments and educational materials. RSVPs should be sent
to goeden@epi.umn.edu
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Presenter: David Walsh, PhD
and the Family
Director, National Institute of Media
Description: Media use has increased among youth during the past few
decades and is considered to be a risk factor for child overweight. This
session will provide an overview of current trends in media use and the
associations between health and excessive media use. Dr Walsh will
also present results from an innovative intervention study called
SWITCH, which was designed to reduce media exposure, increase
physical activity and improve dietary intake among school-aged
children. Suggestions for how to reduce media use among youth will
also be discussed.
12. 8th Annual Native American Prevention Program Sharing
Conference: Joining Voices
July 16-18, 2007
Shooting Star Casino, Hotel & Event Center, Mahnomen, MN
This year's conference is co-sponsored by the Minnesota Department
of Human Services Chemical Health Division, American Indian Section
and CSAP's Central CAPT. Joining Voices provides youth and adult
participants the opportunity to :
Learn about specific prevention programs and strategies that are being
implemented with Native American youth audiences.
Learn about evidence-based programs, principles, and practices.
Talk with others who are interested in making prevention programs
work efficiently and effectively.
Strengthen a good path of life for youth.
Strengthen connections among prevention programs throughout the
Native American Nations.
Prepare youth to become good elders.
Learn about wellbriety programs and strategies for Native American
youth.
Conference Registration is now open! Register online at
http://www.ccapt.org/joiningvoices/a_register.html.
Participant registration fee: $30. Up to three youth per paid adult can
attend for free.
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Registration deadline: June 29, 2007. Registration is limited, reserve
your seat today!
Interested in exhibiting and sharing materials? Exhibitor fee: $45
(includes meals and participant materials). Register online at
http://www.ccapt.org/joiningvoices/e_register.html
Conference brochure and hotel information can be found on our
conference website at
http://captus.samhsa.gov/central/joiningvoices.cfm
Please contact me, Sarah Carsello, at 1-800-782-1878 ext. 132 or
scarsello@miph.org for additional information.
13. 2007 Summer Institute in Adolescent Health
The Center for Adolescent Nursing, Healthy Youth DevelopmentPrevention Research Center and Konopka Institute at the University of
Minnesota, along with the Coordinated School Health and the
Minnesota Organization on Adolescent Pregnancy, Prevention, and
Parenting are proud to announce our 2007 Summer Institute in
Adolescent Health. Please check out our program information link for
more information on this wonderful opportunity. The registration link
is also provided below, spots are filling quickly and the registration
deadline is July 16th. If you have any questions please feel free to
contact Jenna Baumgartner at 612-626-0606 or at
baum0272@umn.edu.
Program Information link:
http://cpheo.sph.umn.edu/institute/adolescenthealth/
Registration link:
http://ustar.ahc.umn.edu/register_event.cfm
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Other
14. Dad’s Make a Difference Celebration and Fundraiser
Tuesday, July 31, 2007
Minnesota Twins vs. Kansas City
Ticket Price: $40
(Package includes DMAD Pre-game Event and upper deck reserved
ticket to baseball game.)
TICKETS available at:
www.dadsmakeadifference.org
(or see attachment for order form)
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Grants (Please note: MDH is NOT a contact for the following
opportunities)
15. Medica Foundation - Partnership for Prevention Grants
This funding opportunity is designed to improve utilization and quality
of preventive care in the areas of: pre-natal and post-natal care and
screening for sexually transmitted diseases. Individual grants may be
awarded for amounts up to $50,000.
For more information, visit www.medica.com.
Deadline: June 1 - June 22, 2007
16. MAC Cosmetics - MAC AIDS Fund
Prevention programs with a specific focus on high risk populations
such as youth, people over 50, African Americans, as well as
Caribbean and African women living in Western cities will be
considered. Typical grant size for program ranges between $5,000 and
$25,000 depending on scope of project and our past history with an
organization. Grant applications are accepted year-round and
proposals are reviewed and awarded quarterly (usually March, June,
September and December).
For more information, visit www.macaidsfund.org.
17. Administration for Children and Families
Administration on Children, Youth and Families, Children's Bureau
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“Targeted Grants to Increase the Well-Being of, and to Improve the
Permanency Outcomes for, Children Affected by Methamphetamine or
Other Substance Abuse”
Due Date for Applications:
07/03/2007
The Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Children's Bureau,
announces the availability of competitive grant funds authorized by the
Promoting Safe and Stable Families (PSSF) program. These targeted
grants will be awarded to regional partnerships that provide, through
interagency collaboration and integration of programs and services,
activities and services that are designed to increase the well-being of,
improve permanency outcomes for, and enhance the safety of children
who are in an out-of-home placement or are at risk of being placed in
an out-of-home placement as a result of a parent's or caretaker's
methamphetamine or other substance abuse.
Full announcement can be found at:
http://www.acf.hhs.gov/grants/open/HHS-2007-ACF-ACYF-CU0022.html
18. Youthful Offender Grants
The U.S. Department of Labor is offering approximately $20 million for
Youthful Offender Grants for three categories of projects: registered
apprenticeships, educational achievement, and efforts to expand
effective programs. – Visit: http://www.doleta.gov/sga/
19. Do Something -- GameStop Youth Grants
Do Something is accepting applications for its GameStop Youth grants
program. The purpose of this program is to support creative proposals
for solving local problems in three areas: health, community building,
and the environment. Applicants should address Do Something’s core
principles: 1) measurable change; 2) community focus; 3) long-term
problem solving action; 4) creativity; and 5) diversity.
Grants of $500 each will be awarded weekly throughout 2007. Eligible
applicants must be 25 years old or younger.
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Deadline: Rolling
For complete program information and application guidelines, please
visit www.dosomething.org/gamestop_application
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