Abstract
A critical discussion of the Brook Traffic Light Tool (TLT) is provided. The TLT supports professionals assessing sexual behaviour in children and young people (CYP). This critical commentary formed part of a wider evaluation of the TLT. The approach taken uses evidence-based, policy transfer and policy success frameworks. Conceptually, questions were raised about empirical research that underpins the TLT. The transfer of the TLT to the UK gave varied results with questions raised in relation to the suitability of the TLT for the UK context. Both successes and failures were evident within the UK. The findings suggest that more work needs to be done on TLT. Rigorous planning needs to be conducted when transferring to differing contexts. A more robust evidence base is required for the UK context and continuous evaluation is required. Yet the TLT exists where no other tool related to CYP and sexual behaviours is available for professionals.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 1-18 |
Number of pages | 18 |
Journal | Journal of Sexual Aggression |
Early online date | 26 Mar 2022 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 26 Mar 2022 |
Bibliographical note
Publisher Copyright:© 2022 The Author(s). Published by Informa UK Limited, trading as Taylor & Francis Group.
Keywords
- Sexual behaviours in children and young people
- assessment
- realist evaluation
- knowledge translation
- evidence informed practice
- Brook Traffic Light Tool