Entries by Mia Lamont

Mentoring as Prevention: Supporting LGBTQ+ Youth at Risk of Justice Involvement

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Tankersley, A. P., & George, B. A. (2024). Programmatic mentoring for LGBTQ+ youth as early prevention for juvenile detention. Families in Society: The Journal of Contemporary Social Services, 106(1), 256–261. https://doi.org/10.1177/10443894241230574 Introduction Although juvenile arrests have declined nationwide, LGBTQ+ youth remain disproportionately represented in detention, comprising 12–15% of the system (over twice that of the […]

Lighting the Way: How “Sparks” and Social Capital Drive Youth Development

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Van Steenis, E., Boat, A., & Scales, P. C. (2025). Fostering youth sparks and social capital for greater equity in positive youth outcomes. In M. J. Nakkula & J. A. Pineda (Eds.), Transformative mentoring: A developmental approach to promoting equity and thriving (pp. 167–183). Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-85111-7_10 Chapter 10 of Fostering Youth Sparks and Social Capital […]

Building Inclusion: Practical Strategies for Youth with Disabilities

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Spero, V., Cole, D., Bullard, V., Cushman, J., Dorn, T., Dugan, K., Perry, C., & Taylor-Winney, J. (2025). Promising practices for working with youth with disabilities. University of Florida, IFAS Extension. https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-4h448-2025 Introduction Youth with disabilities represent a significant portion of the population, with recent U.S. data showing that 15% of individuals aged 3–21 receive […]

Commentary: The Expanding Role of Youth Peer Support Workers

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de Beer, C. R. M., Nooteboom, L. A., van Domburgh, L., de Vreugd, M., Schoones, J. W., & Vermeiren, R. R. J. M. (2024). A systematic review exploring youth peer support for young people with mental health problems. European Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, 33(12), 2471–2484. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00787-022-02120-5 Introduction Adolescent mental illness can have lifelong consequences, and […]

MentorPRO Academy Launches Fall Training Series!

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MentorPRO Academy is thrilled to announce its Fall 2025 course lineup designed to meet the need for culturally responsive, evidence-based training in youth mental health and behavioral health careers! Starting September 30, Mentoring for Youth Mental Health returns as MentorPRO’s most popular live course. Taught by Dr. Liz Raposa, this six-week training equips mentors and […]

Understanding Motivations of Youth Gang Participation Through a Self-Determination Lens: Insights for Mentoring

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Philp, K. D., & Babb, K. E. (2025). Understanding motivations for gang joining using self-determination theory: Implications for youth mentoring programs. Victims & Offenders. Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.1080/15564886.2025.2509313 Introduction Youth gang participation in the United States is a persistent concern, often beginning in early adolescence and peaking around age 14. Involvement is linked to poor […]

Peer Mentoring as a Catalyst for Low-Income Student Success

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Kitchen, J. A., Culver, K. C., Rivera, G., & Corwin, Z. B. (2025). Promoting low-income college student success through peer mentoring: A mixed methods examination. Teachers College Record, 127(2), 103–140. https://doi.org/10.1177/01614681251334786 Introduction Low-income students encounter distinct cultural and social challenges when transitioning to college, often struggling in environments that are shaped by middle- and upper-class […]

A Youth Peer Mentoring Model to Diversify the Future of STEM

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Zúñiga-Terán, A. A., Brown, A., Haverland, A., Mason, J., Bryson, M., Nichols, J., Schachter, J., Hunter, K., & Fimbres, E. (2025). Increasing representation of minority students in STEM fields through multi-generational mentoring, real-world learning, and GIS training. Journal of STEM Outreach, 8(1). Introduction Although minority students express similar initial interest in STEM as their White […]

Peer Mentoring Shows Promise in Easing Student Depression

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Harra, R. C., & Vargas, I. (2024). A peer-based mentoring program for reducing anxiety and depression symptoms among college students: A preliminary study. Journal of American College Health, 72(9), 3491–3498. https://doi.org/10.1080/07448481.2023.2172580 IntroductionCollege students are seeking mental health services at unprecedented rates, outpacing the availability of professional support on campuses. Despite the decreasing stigma surrounding mental […]

What Works in Mentoring? Program Elements that Boost Academic Attrition and Success

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Guerreiro, M., & Jesus, S. N. de. (2025). The role of peer mentoring program elements in promoting academic success and preventing student dropout in higher education: a systematic literature review. Journal of Further and Higher Education, 49(5), 671–687. https://doi.org/10.1080/0309877X.2025.2484768 Introduction Student attrition and academic success are key concerns for higher education. Peer mentoring programs are […]