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The Intensive Mental Health Program: Development and Structure of the Model of Intervention for Children with Serious Emotional Disturbances

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In order to meet the challenging needs and behaviors of children with Serious Emotional Disorders (SED), a school and community based Intensive Mental Health Program (IMHP) was developed and evaluated. We describe the conceptual framework, treatment principles, and model for service delivery for psychological and educational interventions under the umbrella of the IMHP. The program illustrates a model of comprehensive services for children with SED.

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Acknowledgments

The research and activities reported in this paper and others in the series of articles on the Intensive Mental Health Program were supported in part by grant #R305T010147 through the U.S. Department of Education. The contributions of Robin Otto and other staff of USD 497, Lawrence, KS are greatly appreciated.

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  1. Clinical Child Psychology Program, University of Kansas, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS, 66045, USA

    Eric M. Vernberg & Michael C. Roberts

  2. The Hope Institute for Children and Families, Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, Springfield, IL, USA

    Joseph E. Nyre

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Vernberg, E.M., Roberts, M.C. & Nyre, J.E. The Intensive Mental Health Program: Development and Structure of the Model of Intervention for Children with Serious Emotional Disturbances. J Child Fam Stud 17, 169–177 (2008). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10826-007-9157-y

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