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  • Title: A multi-state study on mental health evaluation for children entering foster care.
    Author: Hayek M, Mackie TI, Mulé CM, Bellonci C, Hyde J, Bakan JS, Leslie LK.
    Journal: Adm Policy Ment Health; 2014 Jul; 41(4):552-67. PubMed ID: 23709285.
    Abstract:
    When compared with the general United States child population, children entering foster care have elevated rates of mental health problems. This study examines: (1) state approaches to mental health evaluations for children entering foster care for the first time, (2) the consistency of these approaches with professional guidelines, and (3) whether the specific instruments endorsed are supported by available evidence. Semi-structured qualitative interviews and a document review of available protocols/policies were conducted for 47 states and the District of Columbia. All states endorsed mental health evaluations; variation existed between states in approach, timeframe, administrator, and specific instruments endorsed.
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