Characteristics of Effective Sexual and Reproductive Health Programs for Latine Teens and their Families in the United States
A Scoping Review
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 12801262 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Nicholle Courrejolles (Illinois College, corresponding author), Jessica R Carney (0000-0003-0082-7289, University of Notre Dame), Jamison Merrill (Chicago Department of Public Health), Angela Sedeño (University of Chicago), Sherri Salgado (0000-0002-7967-3763, Centro Clinico Nemo), Geri R Donenberg (0000-0002-7925-0488, University of Illinois Chicago), Juan Ramón Iglesias Quintana (University of Illinois Chicago), Emma Darbro (University of Illinois Chicago), Katherine G Merrill (0000-0001-5308-4154, University of Illinois Chicago) |
| Year | 2025 |
| Publication date | 2025-11-25 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Sexuality Research and Social Policy (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 1553-6610 • E-ISSN: 1868-9884 |
| Publisher | Springer Science+Business Media (PUBLISHER • DE) |
| DOI | 10.1007/s13178-025-01233-1 |
| OpenAlex | W4416679400 |
| Language | EN |
| References cited | 55 |
Introduction Sexual and reproductive health (SRH) interventions have demonstrated effectiveness among Latine youth, but less is known about the content and delivery features of effective programs. This scoping review aimed to identify characteristics of effective SRH programs for Latine teens and their families in the U.S. to inform the adaptation of the Floreciendo SRH program. Methods Records were searched since 2002 in Pubmed, Embase, and PsychInfo. Eligible studies enrolled participants aged 10–24 years (≥ 50% Latine and including females), used an experimental or quasi-experimental design, and showed effectiveness on at least one SRH outcome. Curriculum content and program delivery characteristics were extracted and synthesized. Results 4,974 records and 194 full texts were screened, resulting in 19 included studies reporting on 12 programs. No single content area was covered in every program. The most common content addressed STIs/HIV, condoms, and sexual risk behavior (67%, respectively) and Latine cultural norms (75%). Over half focused on Latines (58%). A quarter targeted females (25%), and no mother-daughter programs were identified. Discussion Programs varied notably in content and delivery characteristics. Findings directly informed the adaptation of the Floreciendo SRH program and can guide future SRH programs’ curriculum design and planning to strengthen effectiveness. Policy Implications This review synthesizes the intervention content and delivery characteristics of effective SRH interventions with majority Latine participants. Findings can inform intervention development, funding allocation, and implementation to strengthen effectiveness. Gaps in reporting on interventions should be addressed. Findings can further inform school and community policy development to address the SRH needs of Latine teens
Content analysis · Curriculum · Intervention (counseling · Program evaluation · Psychological intervention · Quarter (Canadian coin · Reproductive health · Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health · Reproductive Health and Contraception · Reproductive tract infections research
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| Highly cited | No |