This article reports on an evaluation of the SNAP® Girls Connection (GC) program, using a prospective quasi-experimental design that randomly assigned 80 girls to treatment (N = 45) and waiting-list groups (N = 35) over 2 years.
In response to a gap in gender-sensitive programming for young aggressive girls (5–11) and their families, the SNAP® Girls Connection (GC) was developed in 1996. This multi-systemic intervention is built on a developmental model of risk and protective factors within the girl and her relationships. In the current evaluation of the program, 55 parents completed measures at assessment periods 1, 2 and 3. Results showed significant positive changes in girls’ problem behavior and parenting skills for the treatment versus the waiting-list groups, as well as maintenance of treatment gains. Implications of the findings on treatment effectiveness of this gender-sensitive intervention are discussed. (publisher abstract modified)