Co-regulation framework: three domains of adult support surrounding youth self-regulation, with adult self-regulation central¶

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Evidence · 2 claims (2 for) · 1 study (1 design), q2 · 0 of 1 report an effect size · 2 claims rest on one study

Description¶

The report presents a co-regulation framework (Exhibit I.3, modeled on the SARHM project) in which youth self-regulation—comprising cognitive, emotion, and behavior regulation—is encircled by three domains of adult support. As the report states, "Co-regulation integrates three key types of support from adults: (1) building warm, responsive relationships; (2) creating a safe, supportive environment and positive program climate, and (3) coaching youth and providing opportunities for them to practice self -regulation skills". Adult self-regulation is pictured as a belt because it is central to the quality of co-regulation support. The study operationalized this framework into facilitator strategies for SRAE classrooms.

Design Implications¶

Context¶

Requirements¶

• Adults must develop their own self-regulation capacity and model self-regulation skills in interactions with youth

Constraints¶

• The report states this study does not address changes in youth outcomes; it examines facilitation, relationships, and engagement

Target Learners¶

• high school-age youth in SRAE programs

Target Learning Objectives¶

• self-regulation skills
• healthy decision making
• positive relationships with adults

Claims¶

• Co Regulation Builds Warm Trusting Relationships [+M]
• Co Regulation Supports Climate And Youth Emotion Regulation [+M]

Related Theories¶

• Co-regulation: supportive adult-youth processes that enable self-regulation development

Examples¶

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Key Sources¶

• Tingey, L., R. Piatt, A. Hennigar, C. O'Callahan, S. Weaver, and H. Zaveri. (2023). The Sexual Risk Avoidance Education National Evaluation: Using Co-regulation in Youth Programs. OPRE Report 2023-281, Washington, DC: Office of Planning, Research and Evaluation, Administration for Children and Families, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. https://www.acf.hhs.gov/opre