In fall 2009, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) launched a systematic review of the research literature on programs to prevent teen pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), and associated sexual risk behaviors. Findings have been used in part to identify programs with evidence of effectiveness in reducing these outcomes.
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Advanced SearchPrograms to Reduce Teen Pregnancy, Sexually Transmitted Infections, and Associated Sexual Risk Behaviors: A Systematic Review
This paper presents findings from an ongoing systematic review of research on teen pregnancy and STI prevention programs to help support evidence-based approaches to teen pregnancy prevention. A total of 88 studies met the review criteria for study quality and were included in the data extraction and analysis.
Using Systematic Reviews to Inform Policy Initiatives: Lessons from the HHS Teen Pregnancy Prevention Review
In fall 2009, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) launched a systematic review of the research literature on programs to prevent teen pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), and associated sexual risk behaviors. Findings have been used to inform two new federal policy initiatives aimed at supporting evidence-based approaches to teen pregnancy prevention.
ASPE Issue Brief, Report
The Cost of Covering Contraceptives through Health Insurance
This brief reviews the literature on the cost of contraceptive coverage in private and public health insurance programs. This brief was written by John Bertko, F.S.A., M.A.A.A., Director of Special Initiatives and Pricing in the Center for Consumer Information and Insurance Oversight at the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services; Sherry Glied, Ph.D., Assistant
Influence of New Media on Adolescent Sexual Health: Evidence and Opportunities
The goal of this review is to develop a working knowledge base about the use of new media and its potential impact on sexual activity and decision making.
HHS Funding for Abstinence Education, Education for Teen Pregnancy and HIV/STD Prevention, and Other Programs that Address Adolescent Sexual Activity
The report presents a detailed breakdown comparing Departmental funding for abstinence education, adhering to the A-H definition, with other Departmental funding used to prevent unwanted pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections. [19 PDF pages]
Impacts of Four Title V, Section 510 Abstinence Education Programs
Contents Focal Programs for This Report Evaluation Design Impacts on Behavior Impacts on Knowledge of Risks Associated with Teen Sex Impacts on Perceptions of Pregnancy and STD Prevention S
First Year Impacts of the Heritage Keepers Life Skills Education Component
Prepared for: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of the Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation Washington, DC 20201
First-Year Impacts of Four Title V, Section 510 Abstinence Education Programs
This report presents findings on the short-term impacts of a select group of Title V Section 510 abstinence programs on measures such as service receipt and intermediate attitudinal outcomes for participants.
The Implementation of Maternity Group Home Programs: Serving Pregnant and Parenting Teens in a Residential Setting
Prepared by: Lara K. Hulsey, Robert G. Wood, and Anu Rangarajan Mathematica Policy Research April 22, 2005 ASPE Project Officer: Brenda Benesch Contract No: 233-02-0086