Cultural Resources

The CEBC defines an evidence-based practice as a program that combines the best research evidence and the best clinical experience and is consistent with Family/Client Values* (IOM, 2001). The CEBC examines the amount of research evidence that exists for reviewed programs and rates programs utilizing the CEBC's Scientific Rating Scale. Clinical experience and consistency with family and client values can be difficult to measure and are not evaluated by the CEBC’s rating scale. However, the importance of these two elements cannot be disregarded. In an effort to support informed decision-making, the CEBC provides information on each reviewed program to help website users determine whether a program meets clinical needs, as well as the diverse needs and values of families, children, and communities. 

The CEBC has also compiled a list of programs that were designed specifically for BIPOC communities.  

The Cultural Resources Reference List for the CEBC examines 1) culture and evidence-based practice in general, and 2) cultural references for specific evidence-based interventions. 

Visit the CEBC-Sponsored Webinars page to access a recorded webinar entitled Evidence-Based Treatments (EBTs) for Ethnic Minority Youth: What We Know and What We Don't Know by Stan Huey, Jr., PhD.

Reference: Institute of Medicine. (2001). Crossing the quality chasm: A new health system for the 21st century. Washington, DC: National Academy Press.

* This was modified from "patient values" to better reflect child welfare language.