National Registry of Evidence-Based Programs and Practices

In the behavioral health field, there is an ongoing need for researchers, developers, evaluators, and practitioners to share information about what works to improve outcomes among individuals coping with, or at risk for, mental disorders and substance abuse.

Discussing how this need led to the development of NREPP, Brounstein, Gardner, and Backer (2006)[1] write: It is important to note that not all prevention programs work.

[3] Versions of ura review process and rating criteria have been adopted by the National Cancer Institute[4] and the Administration on Aging.

The materials used in a QOR review are generally published research articles, although unpublished final evaluation reports can also be included.

The RFD criteria are: QOR reviewers are required to have a doctoral-level degree and a strong background and understanding of current methods of evaluating prevention and treatment interventions.

The summaries, which are accessed through the Registry's search engine,[8] contain the following standardized information: NREPP also maintains an online Learning Center.

Offerings include learning modules on implementation and preparing for NREPP submission; a research paper on evidence-based therapy relationships; and links to screening and assessment tools for mental health and substance use.

Procedures under this earlier registry were developed to review, rate, and designate programs as Model, Effective, or Promising.

[10] Based on extensive input from scientific communities, service providers, expert panels, and the public, the procedures were revised.

"The Resource Center is a component of SAMHSA’s new comprehensive approach to identify and disseminate clinically sound and scientifically based policy, practices, and programs.