APS

2025 APS Annual Convention

Working Across Cultures to Develop and Implement Globally Scalable Research-Informed Interventions for Children and Families: Lessons and Opportunities

Friday, May 23, 2025 · Washington, DC

Oral · Clinical Science

The uptake of research-informed psychosocial interventions remains poor, especially in non-English speaking countries. Community participatory methodologies and digital solutions can facilitate the sharing of empirical knowledge with consumers in ways adaptable to diverse socio-cultural needs within available resources. This symposium highlights recent efforts in Japan and Brazil.

Chairs & Discussants

  • Michelle FreundChair
    Child Mind Institute

Presentations

  1. Community-Based Participatory Research: Translating Reinforcement Research Evidence to Improve Behavioral Parent Training in JapanEmi Furukawa
  2. Using Whatsapp to Deliver Behavioral Support for the Underserved Current Generation of Parents in BrazilPatricia Bado
  3. Opportunities for Transforming Mental Health Care in Brazil: Collaborative and Culturally Informed SolutionsJulia Schafer