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Report: Behavioral Threat Assessment in Schools: Evidence, Fit, and Appropriateness
This report (PDF, 40 pages) explores the intersection of behavioral threat assessment (BTA) and youth mental health. This report aims to:
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Describe the problem of school violence and how BTA became a widely implemented school violence prevention strategy
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Report on the current state of BTA implementation and its effectiveness
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Discuss considerations for the fit and appropriateness of using BTA in schools
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Offer recommendations for schools, policymakers, funders, researchers, and SAMHSA on addressing BTA use in schools