Relations between provider adherence to a tailored motivational intervention protocol and competence in motivational interviewing.

Objectives: To evaluate the association between provider adherence to Tailored Motivational Interviewing implementation strategy and motivational interviewing (MI) competence.

Methods: 156 youth-focused HIV providers enrolled in a parent implementation science trial completed: a) quarterly standardized patient assessments (SPI) during Baseline; b) a workshop, individual coaching sessions, and quarterly SPI plus feedback during Implementation; and c) quarterly SPI during Sustainment. Competence was measured using the MI-CRS and tracking data was used to assess adherence.

Does preschool children's self-regulation moderate the impacts of instructional activities? Evidence from a randomized intervention study.

There is strong evidence linking children's self-regulation with their academic and behavioral outcomes. These relations have led to the development of interventions aimed at improving academic outcomes by promoting self-regulation, based in part on the idea that self-regulation promotes the development of academic skills. Although a considerable number of studies have examined the degree to which interventions designed to improve aspects of self-regulation have a positive impact on academic outcomes, only a few studies have examined the degree to which children's self-regulation moderates the effects of academic interventions.

Executive Function, Language Dominance and Literacy Skills in Spanish-speaking Language-minority Children: A Longitudinal Study.

In the U.S., children whose home language is Spanish are at increased risk for the development of reading difficulties.

Examining the factors associated with past and present dermoscopy use among family physicians.

Introduction: Family physicians (FPs) play a critical role in the early detection of skin cancers. Dermoscopy can improve diagnostic accuracy but its use by FPs in the United States (US) remains understudied.

Objectives: To examine dermoscopy use, factors associated with ever having used (Model 1) and currently using the dermascope (Model 2), and barriers.

Dermascope Use by Osteopathic Primary Care Physicians.

Context: Osteopathic physicians (ie, DOs) in primary care may play a critical role in the early detection of skin cancer. Dermoscopy improves diagnostic accuracy; however, its use among primary care DOs remains understudied.

Objectives: To document dermascope use among DOs in primary care, to examine physician and practice characteristics associated with having used and having heard of a dermascope, and to examine the barriers to dermascope use.

Predictors of Sunburn Risk Among Florida Residents.

Context: The incidence of skin cancer, the most common type of cancer in the United States, is increasing. Sunburn is a major modifiable risk factor for skin cancer, and its prevalence among the US population is high.

Objectives: To identify predictors of having had a red or painful sunburn in the past 12 months among people living in Florida.

Embedding HIV Mentoring Programs in HIV Research Networks.

Responding to the demands of the HIV/AIDS epidemic necessitates a diverse scientific and clinical workforce trained in applying interdisciplinary research approaches to address the epidemic domestically and internationally. Ensuring diversity in our workforce requires concerted efforts. Yet, the majority of graduate and post-graduate programs are ill-equipped to provide this type of training.

Project Stride: An Equine-Assisted Intervention to Reduce Symptoms of Social Anxiety in Young Women.

Introduction: Although there is evidence supporting the use of equine-assisted activities to treat mental disorders, its efficacy in reducing signs and symptoms of social anxiety in young women has not been examined.

Method: We developed and pilot tested Project Stride, a brief, six-session intervention combining equine-assisted activities and cognitive-behavioral strategies to reduce symptoms of social anxiety. A total of 12 women, 18-29 years of age, were randomly assigned to Project Stride or a no-treatment control.