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This study reports on a qualitative study of barriers to EBP implementation in one state that sought to implement supported employment and integrated dual diagnosis treatment. The study found that the most significant obstacles emanated from the behavior of supervisors, front-line staff and other professionals in the agency. A lack of synergy profoundly impeded implementation.
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The authors would like to thank Professor Edward Canda from The University of Kansas School of Social Welfare, and Rob Whitley and Greg McHugo from the Dartmouth College Psychiatric Research Center for their assistance with this paper.
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Rapp, C.A., Etzel-Wise, D., Marty, D. et al. Barriers to Evidence-Based Practice Implementation: Results of a Qualitative Study. Community Ment Health J 46, 112–118 (2010). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10597-009-9238-z
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