Influence network linkages across implementation strategy conditions in a randomized controlled trial of two strategies for scaling up evidence-based practices in public youth-serving systems.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Given the importance of influence networks in the implementation of evidence-based practices and interventions, it is unclear whether such networks continue to operate as sources of information and advice when they are segmented and disrupted by randomization to different implementation strategy conditions. The present study examines the linkages across implementation strategy conditions of social influence networks of leaders of youth-serving systems in 12 California counties participating in a randomized controlled trial of community development teams (CDTs) to scale up use of an evidence-based practice.

Methods

Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 38 directors, assistant directors, and program managers of county probation, mental health, and child wel

SUBMITTER: Palinkas LA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3930152 | biostudies-literature | 2013 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature