In this systematic review, we will 1) assess the concepts, methods and designs of these intervention trials with a particular emphasis on resilience definitions and the instruments used to measure resilience, and will 2) propose standards for future intervention trials based on recent developments in the field.
This research review finds that when children are resilient, they are confident, curious, able to adapt to new situations, and better skilled to extend their reach into the world. The goal for healthcare professionals, as well trained gatekeepers of children’s and adolescent’s health, should be to promote their balance and resilience with the collaboration of their families, which in turn…
In this review, we describe some of the common vulnerabilities seen among foster children, including emotional and behavioral deficits, brain and neurobiological impairment, and poor social relationships with parents and peers. Next, we review eight evidence-based interventions shown to promote resilience among foster children, obtained via a systematic search of the PsycINFO database. Finally, we provide a discussion of implementation…
Research Brief: This study examined the experiences of 18-23 year old youth in foster care and aged out of foster care during the COVID19 crisis in April 2020 (n=281) living in 32 states +Washington, DC). Youth aging out of foster care are a vulnerable population, and with the COVID19 crisis sweeping across the nation, these young people are among those…
Using a scoping review framework, we sought to take stock of the state of the science of the programs and interventions (PIs) currently available for young people who age out of foster care. We offer research recommendations regarding how the field can move forward with promoting improved wellbeing of young people in care as they transition to adulthood. (Children and…
The 26 states approved to use federal funds to extend foster care reported allowing a range of independent living options, such as shared apartments or college dorms. We also found that selected states help prepare young people to live independently by offering training in areas like financial literacy and daily living skills.
(Book) Caring Adults R Everywhere (C.A.R.E.) is a research-informed, social justice-oriented social support intervention for older youth in foster care that utilizes the power of connection to caring adults through natural mentoring. The goal of this manual is to provide child welfare organizations with the vision and practical tools needed to facilitate and support the development of growth-fostering relationships between…
With the support of the Jim Casey Youth Opportunities Initiative, Child Trends examined the relationship between extended foster care and young adult outcomes. Specifically, we analyzed information on foster care history (e.g., age of entry, exit reason, placement type), young adult outcomes ( e.g., homelessness, employment), and independent living services (e.g., educational aid).
This publication provides a comprehensive review of data and research, laws, and promising programs impacting the educational success of children in foster care. It consists of four sections that can individually or collectively inform advocates, policymakers, agency leaders, and other key stakeholders.
This report presents demographic characteristics, health service access and use, and timing of key fertility-related milestones among adults aged 18–44 who had ever been in foster care as compared with those who had never been in foster care in the United States.