Abstract
Experiences of sexual prejudice threaten the quality of life and psychological well-being of sexual minority youth. The aim of this paper is to provide a comprehensive overview of how we developed a theory- and evidence-based sexual prejudice reduction program suitable for the Dutch high school context, guided by the intervention mapping approach (IM). In line with IM, six steps were followed: an initial needs assessment in which empirical, theoretical, and new data were gathered to acquire a thorough understanding of the problem (step 1); the formulation of program objectives for both students and teachers (step 2); the selection of theory-based methods and applications (step 3); program development (step 4); the provision of an adoption and implementation plan (step 5); and the development of an evaluation plan (step 6). In conclusion, developing a sexual prejudice reduction program for schools is a challenging but feasible process. IM is an effective tool for the systematic (theory- and evidence-driven) development of such a program.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 433-451 |
Number of pages | 19 |
Journal | Sexuality Research and Social Policy |
Volume | 15 |
Issue number | 4 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Dec 2018 |
Keywords
- Sexual prejudice
- Homophobic bullying
- Intervention mapping
- School-based intervention
- Adolescents
- Theory and evidence based
- MENTAL-HEALTH
- BEHAVIOR-CHANGE
- BISEXUAL INDIVIDUALS
- GENDER NONCONFORMITY
- INTERGROUP CONTACT
- SECONDARY-SCHOOLS
- MINORITY YOUTH
- YOUNG-ADULTS
- GAY MEN
- EDUCATION