Research and Publications
Learn about HOPE research projects
The HOPE National Resource Center is actively engaged in cutting edge research to further the knowledge about the effects of positive childhood experiences (PCEs) on health outcomes. Many of our projects involve collaboration with local and national institutions, well respected in the research arena. We have also expanded internationally, recently participating in the preparation of a research grant submitted by the Transforming early Education and Child Health (TeEACH) group at Western Sydney University in New South Wales, Australia.
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New publications
Applying the CFIR Framework: Case Reports of HOPE Implementation
Applying the CFIR framework to real world cases. The HOPE framework is implemented by organizations nationwide to meet the needs…
Improving Peer Relationships Through Positive Deviance Practices and the HOPE (Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experiences) Framework
Using the Positive Deviance approach in community-based settings Positive childhood experiences (PCEs), including supportive peer relationships, are crucial for optimal…
Positive Childhood Experiences and Health and Opportunity Outcomes in Four U.S. States
Association of Positive Childhood Experiences with Health and Opportunity Outcomes in Four U.S. States. This cross-sectional study used Behavioral Risk…
In Their Own Words: Qualitative Study of Parenting During the COVID-19 Pandemic
In Their Own Words: Qualitative Study of Parenting During the COVID-19 Pandemic The authors aimed to understand the experience of…
Reimagining the Juvenile Justice System Through the Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experiences Framework
Increasing PCEs for justice-involved youths Extensive research shows that positive childhood experiences (PCEs) help children and youth grow and build…
Health Associations of Positive Childhood Experiences: A Scoping Review of the Literature
Exploring the current research on PCEs We conducted a scoping review of the literature to explore the current research on positive…
The Impact of Positive and Adverse Experiences in Adolescence on Health and Wellbeing Outcomes in Early Adulthood
The Impact of Positive and Adverse Experiences in Adolescence on Health and Wellbeing Outcomes in Early Adulthood This study evaluated…
The Pediatrician’s Role in Preventing Child Maltreatment: Clinical Report
Supporting children well-being from infancy through adolescence Pediatricians have always seen the value of preventing health harms; this should be…
Prevalence of Positive Childhood Experiences Among Adults — Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, Four States, 2015–2021
This report marks an important moment in the growing understanding of childhood experiences. This report signals that PCEs have become…
Predictors of Corporal Punishment during the COVID-19 Pandemic
We were encouraged to see that the use of corporal punishment did not increase during the pandemic. However, those that…
Current projects
Positive childhood experiences at medical specialty camps
Exploring how medical specialty camps may foster PCEs for children and youth with special healthcare needs In partnership with SeriousFun,…
Effectiveness of Paid Family and Medical Leave Policies and Policy Components on Adverse Childhood Experiences Prevention, Positive Childhood Experiences Promotion and Health Equity
Studying the impact of PFML policies on ACEs and PCEs With support from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…
Positive Childhood Experiences for Children in Blended Families: A Scoping Review
Reviewing how positive experiences build resilience and well-being in blended families This scoping review explores relational factors that support positive…
Family Snapshots: Assessing Post-Pandemic Family Experience
Assessing the long-term effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on family life With support from the Pediatric Pandemic Network, the HOPE team…
Using a Positive Deviance Approach to Increase Access to Positive Childhood Experiences
Evaluating the effectiveness of a Positive Deviance approach to increase PCEs The aim of the project is to evaluate the…
Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System Survey Data Analysis
Analyzing Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System Survey data from four U.S. States The HOPE team is working alongside the Centers…
Completed projects
Activating Equity: Using anti-racist strategies to accelerate organizational change
Building an anti-racism training curriculum for child- and family-serving organizations Supported by a Tufts University School of Medicine Springboard Grant,…
FAAITH (Faith leaders Allied and Aligned to Institute Trust in the Home) and HOPE
Expanding a faith-based home visiting program to address racial disparities and inequities The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, awarded FAAITH, a…
Integrating Positive and Adverse Childhood Experience into Pediatric Care (IPACE)
Pilot study on incorporating PCEs and ACEs discussions in pediatric care With support from the Centers for Disease Control and…
Bringing HOPE to Medical Education
Creating community service learning course on the HOPE framework Supported by an Innovations in Education Intramural Grant from the Tufts…
Uniform Definitions and Measures for Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES) and Childhood Protective Factors
Reviewing literature on Adverse Childhood Experiences and childhood protective factors This project was a collaboration between the HOPE National Resource…
Help Me Grow – Goal Concordant Care
Applying the HOPE framework to goal concordant care practice Help Me Grow (HMG), a nationwide organization of affiliates, is built…
Dane County Youth Assessment Data Analysis
Dane County Youth Assessment Data Analysis The Dane County Youth Assessment (DCYA) is a web-based cross-sectional survey administered every three…
Preventing Adverse Childhood Experiences Data to Action
Preventing Adverse Childhood Experiences and promoting positive childhood experiences In collaboration with the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, the HOPE…
Measuring the Impact of Violence against Children and Women during a Pandemic – Family Snapshot Survey
Measuring family experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic through a survey Supported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),…
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