Social and Behavioral Science
At-Risk Youth in Schools: A Wraparound Delinquency Prevention Program Produces Disappointing Results
A rigorous evaluation of a well-grounded pilot program to boost the school performance and behavior of at-risk youth and improve safety in Palm Beach, Florida, schools revealed few positive or negative effects.
Gaps in Reporting Human Trafficking Incidents Result in Significant Undercounting
Teen Cyberbullying Content Assessed in the Context of Social Networks
Identifying Needs Related to Managing Seriously Mentally Ill Individuals in Corrections
Insights on Adverse Effects of Elder Abuse
Insights on Adverse Effects of Elder Abuse
Strong social support is key in reversing the negative physical and mental effects of elder mistreatment, according to a recent NIJ-funded study.
Implementing a School Tip Line? New Research Provides a Blueprint
Video Games Designed To Address Sexual Assault on Campus
Video: Impact on School Safety of Collaboration Between Law Enforcement & Rural Schools
Impact on School Safety of Collaboration Between Law Enforcement & Rural Schools
Dr. Scalora discusses his NIJ-funded research that looks at how police engagement and collaboration with rural school districts impact emergency operation planning and other aspects of school violence prevention.
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How Prepared Are Schools?
How prepared are schools for emergencies? Dr. Silva discusses her NIJ-funded research that looked at whether or not federal guidelines were reaching schools; the levels of emergency preparedness at the state, district, and school level; what we can learn from well-prepared schools, both best practices and challenges.
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