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Who is the Developer of FFT? Remembering Dr. James Alexander
Dr. James Alexander, the developer of Functional Family Therapy (FFT), was a licensed clinical psychologist and family therapist who dedicated his career to developing and promoting evidence-based int...
The Power of Early Intervention with Functional Family Therapy
Like adults, young people can struggle with mental health issues, substance abuse, and traumatic experiences that can negatively impact their development and future opportunities. Early intervention i...
Probation Officer & Family Relationships Improve Outcomes
Juvenile probation can be a critical intervention for youth who have committed a crime or engaged in delinquent behavior. By providing support, guidance, and accountability, probation officers can hel...
Strategies to Fund & Select the Best Family Preservation Programs
Funding family preservation programs is essential to ensure children, families, and communities' health, safety, and general well-being. With the implementation of the Family First Prevention Services...
Generational Trauma: Breaking the Cycle of Its Impact on Youth
Very few people go through life without encountering some form of trauma. However, the types of trauma and the responses to it can differ greatly from one person to the next. Responses can be severe t...
Evidence-Based Family Therapy vs. 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...
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