Tag Archive for: Goal Setting

The Uncanny Valley and the Future of AI in Mentoring Program

By Jean Rhodes The advent of artificial intelligence (AI) has sparked a revolution in our lives and society, and mentoring is no exception. While AI holds immense potential to improve mentoring processes, it is crucial to approach its integration thoughtfully, leveraging its strengths while mitigating potential risks.  There are ethical concerns around the collection and […]

No doctorate required!: Shifting mental health tasks to master’s level helpers to bridge gaps

Hayden, E. P. (2024). Reconsidering the integration of science and practice in training in clinical psychology. Canadian Psychology/Psychologie Canadienne. Advance online publication. https://dx.doi.org/10.1037/cap0000391 Background In her thought-provoking new article, Elizabeth Hayden provides a comprehensive critique of the scientist-practitioner model, which has been the predominant approach to doctoral training in clinical psychology in Canada and the […]

Cultivating connections: New study explores how social capital advances educational and career pathways

by Jean Rhodes We all know that social capital (i.e., the resources embedded in your social networks and relationships) is critical to educational and career success. And, in their new report, the Education Strategy Group (ESG) describes the current landscape of social capital development in education-to-workforce pathways across the United States. The report highlights the […]

Phone call or text?: New study explores youth’s “Supportive Accountability” preferences

Sayegh, C., Iverson, E., MacDonell, K., Wu, S., & Belzer, M. (2023). Youth perspectives on mobile health adherence interventions: A qualitative study guided by the supportive accountability model. Patient Education and Counseling. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pec.2023.108079 Overview Medication nonadherence is a significant issue among youth with chronic health conditions (CHCs), with over 50% not adhering to prescribed regimens. […]

Effectiveness of a school-based group mentoring program promoting students’ engagement, self-regulation, and goal setting

Martins, J., Rosário, P., Cunha, J., Núñez, J. C., Vallejo, G., & Moreira, T. (2024). How to help students in their transition to middle school? Effectiveness of a school-based group mentoring program promoting students’ engagement, self-regulation, and goal setting. Contemporary Educational Psychology, 76, 102230. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cedpsych.2023.102230 Overview The transition from elementary to middle school represents a […]

OJJDP FY24 Mentoring Programs for Youth in the Juvenile Justice System Solicitation Webinar

OJJDP FY24 Mentoring Programs for Youth in the Juvenile Justice System Solicitation Webinar May 8, 2024 Review the YouTube Terms of Service and the Google Privacy Policy See reuse policy Series OJJDP FY 2024 Webinars Held on May 6, 2024, this webinar assisted eligible applicants interested in applying for the OJJDP FY 2024 Mentoring Programs […]

College leaders refocus attention on their students’ top priority: Jobs after graduation

Reprinted from The Hechinger Report by JON MARCUS, November 24, 2023 PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Friday mornings on a university campus are usually quiet times. Savvy students plan their schedules to avoid Friday classes, getting a head start on their weekends. But at Brown University’s Center for Career Exploration, there’s a steady stream of visitors, checking out jobs […]

New study explores long-term impact of the fostering healthy futures for preteens program

Taussig, H. N., Fulginiti, A., Racz, S. J., Evans, R., & Katz, C. C. (2024). Long‐term impact of the fostering healthy futures for preteens program on suicide‐related thoughts and behaviors for youth in out‐of‐home care: A randomized controlled trial. American Journal of Community Psychology. https://doi.org/10.1002/ajcp.12745 Background Suicide-related thoughts and behaviors (STB) among young people are […]

The new science of single session interventions: Implications for mentoring

In a groundbreaking new paper, Schleider proposes leveraging the existing network of mentors to deliver evidence-based Single Session Interventions (SSIs).

These everyday practices could boost mentees’ mental health

Kazdin, A. (2023). Interventions in Everyday Life to Improve Mental Health and Reduce Symptoms of Psychiatric Disorders. American Psychologist, Vol. 79, No. 2, 185–209. ISSN: 0003-066X https://doi.org/10.1037/amp0001158 by Jean Rhodes In a recent study, Yale psychology professor Alan Kazdin (2023) highlighted the global mental health crisis and the fact that most people do not receive […]