A mixed-methods evaluation of a longitudinal primary-secondary school transitions support intervention.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Primary-secondary school transitions are critical transitions for children that can be emotionally demanding longitudinal experiences, which can positively and negatively impact future emotional wellbeing and mental health. However, interventions that have been developed to reduce the negative outcomes children commonly experience are limited in number, sustainability, and reach and rely on a cross-sectional approach, as opposed to longitudinal evaluations. The current study evaluates Transitions 5-7, a universal, class-based 9-week intervention to develop children's awareness and ability to cope with the multiple changes experienced over primary-secondary school transitions.

Methods

The evaluation utilized a mixed-methods approach, combining both quantit

SUBMITTER: Bagnall CL 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11500325 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature