| Sumario: | Sexual behavior problems usually involve intimidation or force and can be harmful. Evidence-based practices for youth with sexual behavior problems (YSBP) are needed. This study involved a program evaluation at an urban community mental health program for YSBP which incorporated cognitive-behavioral therapy methods. Secondary data was collected from case files of 28 male youthful offenders, ages 11-17, from an urban community-based mental health center. Results suggest that there were significant improvements in youth psychosocial functioning and parenting stress, and significant decreases in parent-child dysfunctional interaction. However, there was no significant change in Sexual Interests, Attitudes, and Behaviors. Although there were several limitations to the evaluation, improvements in critical areas such as psychosocial functioning, parenting and parent-child relations are promising. Suggestions to improve the program are discussed along with future research that is needed.
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