Implications of the National Agenda to Improve Results for Children and Youth with or at Risk of Serious Emotional Disturbance

Fragmented, agency-centered services contribute to poor educational and social outcomes. The National Agenda to Improve Results for Children and Youth with Serious Emotional Disturbance targets approaches that are knowledge-based and have a high likelihood of improving outcomes. This article explores the implications of the Agenda’s seven targets and the importance of early identification and prevention. [Article copies available from The Haworth Document Delivery Service: 1-800-342-9678.]