Partnering with Schools to Adapt a Team Science Intervention: Processes and Challenges

https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s12310-024-09665-7 Three U.S. public school systems are pilot testing an adapted AHRQ TeamSTEPPS® team training curriculum to improve mental healthcare services for children. A new article published in the journal School Mental Health describes the work. The pilot project addresses challenges including limited resources (e.g., financial support, time and personnel) and communication issues through tailored training and implementation strategies. TeamSTEPPS is an evidence-based set of teamwork tools aimed at optimizing patient outcomes by improving communication and teamwork skills among healthcare teams, including patients and family caregivers.