Skills for Life Program

https://www.skillsforlifefoundation.com

Initiative Description: Dutch program that addresses students’ health behaviors, bullying behaviors, and suicidal ideation.

Study Results: There were generally more positive impacts on students with lower educational levels including less suicidal ideation and less bullying.

Reference: Fekkes, M., van de Sande, M. C. E., Gravesteijn, J. C., Pannebakker, F. D., Buijs, G. J., Diekstra, R. F. W., & Kocken, P. L. (2016). Effects of the Dutch Skills for Life Program on the health behavior, bullying, and suicidal ideation of secondary school students. Health Education, 116(1), 2-15. doi:10.1108/HE-05-2014-0068

Level of Evidence: Very Good