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The understanding of how to reduce risk factors for mental
disorders has expanded remarkably as a result of recent scientific
advances. This study, mandated by Congress, reviews those advances
in the context of current research and provides a targeted
definition of prevention and a conceptual framework that emphasizes
risk reduction. Highlighting opportunities for and barriers to
interventions, the book draws on successful models for the
prevention of cardiovascular disease, injuries, and smoking. In
addition, it reviews the risk factors associated with Alzheimer's
disease, schizophrenia, alcohol abuse and dependence, depressive
disorders, and conduct disorders and evaluates current illustrative
prevention programs. The models and examination provide a framework
for the design, application, and evaluation of interventions
intended to prevent mental disorders and the transfer of knowledge
about prevention from research to clinical practice. The book
presents a focused research agenda, with recommendations on how to
develop effective intervention programs, create a cadre of
prevention researchers, and improve coordination among federal
agencies. Table of Contents Front Matter OVERVIEW, 1 Introduction 2
New Directions in Definitions LESSONS FROM HEALTH RESEARCH, 3
Prevention of Physical Illness 4 The Core Sciences: Contributions
and Frontiers 5 Description of Five Illustrative Mental Disorders 6
Risk and Protective Factors for the Onset of Mental Disorders 7
Illustrative Preventive Intervention Research Programs 8 Treatment
Research and Prevention Research: A Collaborative Frontier 9 Mental
Health Promotion AN AGENDA FOR THE NEXT DECADE 10 Designing,
Conducting, and Analyzing Programs Within the Preventive
Intervention Research Cycle 11 The Knowledge Exchange Process: From
Research into Practice 12 Infrastructure for Prevention: Funding,
Personnel, and Coordination 13 Conclusions and Recommendations: An
Agenda for the Next Decade APPENDIXES, A Summary B Contributors C
Workshops D Background Materials E Journals Publishing Prevention
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