Table 1.

Core content of the Youth Readiness Intervention (YRI)

YRI module	Main content
Module 1: Introductions and building group cohesion	Introduce the intervention format and goals Build motivation for group participation and cohesion among group members Elicit individualized goals for each group member Provide the definition of Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, Time Bound (SMART) goals
Module 2: Psychoeducation about trauma	Discuss how to monitor feelings Provide psychoeducation regarding the impact of trauma/loss on family functioning and relationships, including how trauma contributes to mood dysregulation and anger
Module 3: Understanding the link between beliefs, bodies, and behaviors	Discuss how beliefs, bodies, and behaviors are connected Explore healthy and unhealthy coping strategies
Module 4: Taking control of your life	Discuss self-care and self-regulation Introduce skills for self-regulation/mood regulation
Module 5: Relaxation and affect regulation	Reflect on how behaviors can alter mood Learn how progressive relaxation and guided imagery can combat tension Identify opportunities for behavioral activation
Module 6: Drawing on our strengths and supports to face life’s difficulties	Psychoeducation about grief and loss, and growth in the face of trauma and loss
Module 7: Sequential (step-by-step) problem solving & introduction to relaxation techniques	Introduce sequential problem solving via role play Application of problem-solving to participant’s SMART goals
Module 8: Building interpersonal skills	Explore how emotions can impact interpersonal interactions Practice positive and assertive interpersonal interactions Introduce the “Stop, Think and Speak” technique Discuss solutions to interpersonal problems
Module 9: Review of Coping Skills & Problem Solving	Review helpful and unhelpful coping skills Practice applying problem-solving skills Introduce and practice progressive muscle relaxation
Module 10: Addressing negative self-perceptions	Discuss how negative beliefs affect emotions and behaviors Facilitate identification of unhelpful or negative beliefs including hostile attributions and negative self-perceptions Introduce strategies for positive reframing/counteracting negative self-image & stigma
Module 11: Review of skills and relapse prevention	Review the sequential problem-solving approach Discuss and devise strategies to cope with potential future challenges Review warning signs and relapse prevention
Module 12: Celebration & moving forward	Reflect on skills learned throughout the intervention Reflect on relationships formed Review SMART goals and share successes Allow participants to reflect on group experience

Source: Adapted from Addressing the Consequences of Violence and Adversity. Betancourt et al., 2014c, p. 170.