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Functional Family Therapy and the Family First Prevention Services Act
The Family First Prevention Services Act (FFPSA), signed into law in 2018, provides funding to help prevent child abuse and neglect in the U.S. The law changes the way states receive federal child wel...
The Impact of FFT on One Family's Relationship
Today we are sharing the story of a daughter who had enough of dealing with her parents while also experiencing mental health issues— until her FFT therapist provided effective guidance and support fo...
Why Evidence-Based Family Therapy is More Effective Than Youth Incarceration
While there has been a significant decrease in the number of youth incarcerated over the years, nearly a third of juvenile arrests still lead to detention placement. Of those youth, 57% are detained f...
How Can Juvenile Probation Help At-Risk Youth?
Juvenile probation is a form of adjudication that allows youth to remain in their communities while under the supervision of the court. During the probationary period, a juvenile may be required to fo...
Alarming Foster Care Statistics That Cannot Be Ignored
Understanding child welfare and foster care statistics allows organizations to create and implement policies that protect, heal, and serve children and families.
Teen Gang Involvement: Prevalence, Prevention, and Protection
Teen gang involvement often changes a child’s future for the worse. Many teens join gangs because they are looking for a sense of belonging, comradery, and protection as well as immediate sources of g...
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