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Outcome studies of mentoring programs have demonstrated that they hold considerable promise in promoting competence across multiple developmental domains. A theoretical model of mentoring identified modification of youths' perceptions of their interpersonal relationships as a contributor to positive outcomes. To date, however, there has not been a direct examination of the role of the mentor-youth bond in this process. The present study examines whether the quality of the mentoring relationship uniquely predicts other relationship-based outcomes at two time points. Regression analyses indicated that the quality of the mentor-youth bond significantly predicted youths' scores in most relationship-based outcomes (i.e., friendship with and self-disclosure to adults) at 8 and 16 months. Study implications and directions for future research are discussed. (Contains 3 tables.)

The present study used a process evaluation to explore a women-specific program that addresses the complex treatment needs of pregnant and postpartum women (PPW) with substance use disorders (SUDs). Data was collected from program participants (N = 29), the primary treatment center, key partners (N = 7), and representatives from community stakeholders (N = 11). Successes and challenges of implementing a program for PPW with SUDs were determined. Results indicated successes among initial planning stages, client satisfaction, and stakeholder collaboration, while challenges to service delivery and larger system collaboration are discussed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Background: Parenting self-efficacy has been linked to positive parent and child outcomes however, little research exists on factors that influence parenting self-efficacy among pregnant women with substance use disorders. Objectives: This study explored substance use severity, social support, and family empowerment as predictors of parenting self-efficacy among pregnant women (N = 71) entering SUD treatment. Methods: The study used a quantitative cross-sectional design. Results: Statistically significant positive correlations emerged between social support and parenting self-efficacy as well as family empowerment and parenting self-efficacy. Family empowerment and social support were also correlated. A backward elimination regression analysis revealed family empowerment to be the strongest predictor of parenting self-efficacy. No relationships were found among substance use severity and the study variables. Conclusions: When promoting parenting self-efficacy, both social support and family empowerment are important domains to consider for treatment planning and resource development among pregnant women with substance use disorders. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The middle initial of coauthor Bertranna A. Muruthi was incorrectly given as "M." in this article as originally published. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]