title: Evidence-based practice implementation in Kansas.
abstract: Over the last 8 years, Kansas has been successful in the implementation of evidence-based practices. This paper describes the strategies used at multiple levels of the mental health system including: state policy, provider agency management, fidelity and outcome monitoring, supervisor training and support, and practitioner training. The challenges going forth are described.
authors.affiliation: Office of Mental Health, Research and Training, School of Social Welfare, University of Kansas, Twente Hall, 1545 Lilac Lane, Lawrence, KS 66044-3184, USA. charlier@ku.edu
authors.forename: Charles A
authors.initials: CA
authors.lastname: Rapp
authors.forename: Richard J
authors.initials: RJ
authors.lastname: Goscha
authors.forename: Linda S
authors.initials: LS
authors.lastname: Carlson
mesh_terms: D004059:Diffusion of Innovation; D019317:Evidence-Based Medicine; D019983:Guideline Adherence; D006284:Health Plan Implementation / Q000592:standards*; D006291:Health Policy; D006801:Humans; D007615:Kansas; D007857:Leadership; D001523:Mental Disorders / Q000628:therapy; D008605:Mental Health Services / Q000458:organization & administration*; D013219:State Government