The YumaKids Foundation has seen its commitment to research and intervention in school mental health reflected in the Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychopathology and Mental Health, a biannual publication of the Orienta Foundation. Since its creation in 2003, this journal has established itself as a benchmark in the field of child and adolescent mental health. Its main goal is to deepen theoretical knowledge, research, clinical practice, and psychiatric care in childhood and adolescent mental health.
The journal, indexed in recognized databases such as ÍnDICEs-CSIC and PSICODOC, ensures its visibility and academic quality through rigorous content evaluation, monitoring of initiatives and professionals in the sector, and its consolidation as a specialized platform for sharing clinical advances, intervention studies, and institutional reflection with a precise focus on the child and adolescent sector.
YumaKids: Evidence-based interventions
The journal reports on the YumaKids adolescent mental health workshops (TSMA) in Colombia, led by sociologist Rubén Gualtero and psychiatrist Asunción Soriano. These workshops, implemented in collaboration with the University of Tolima and the Department of Education of Ibagué, focused on promoting resilience and emotional well-being among young people, providing them with tools to cope with adversity.
The publication in the specialized journal highlights the importance of these interventions and their contribution to advancing knowledge in youth mental health, also publishing the study’s conclusions as clinical evidence to be considered.
Evaluation and results
The YumaKids workshops were evaluated using standardized tools such as the SDQ (Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire) to measure their impact on the emotional and behavioral well-being of participating adolescents. The results obtained provide valuable insights into the effectiveness of the interventions and areas for improvement.
Impact and projection
Publication in a high-impact scientific journal strengthens the YumaKids Foundation’s commitment to research and continuous improvement in the field of adolescent mental health. This achievement not only validates the quality of the work carried out by its professionals but also contributes to the advancement of knowledge in this crucial field.
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