Abstract This article examines the experiences of six Karen peer leaders involved in research evaluating the effectiveness of a teen dating violence (TDV) program. Seven categories were identified: 1) the benefits of peer leadership, 2) motivation to become a peer leader, 3) concerns, 4) favorite part of the experience, 5) lessons learned about research, 6) TDV content learned, and 7) recommendations for researchers. Associated themes emerged within each category. Implications for prevention programs include providing an abbreviated version of the program to the peer leaders and engaging parents in recruitment. Future research should focus on conducting similar studies with Karen or other refugee youth in other areas of the United States.

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难民青年作为青少年约会暴力研究中的同龄人领袖

摘要 本文考察了参与评估青少年约会暴力 (TDV) 计划有效性的研究的六位卡伦同伴领袖的经验。确定了七个类别：1) 同行领导的好处，2) 成为同行领导的动机，3) 关注点，4) 最喜欢的体验部分，5) 关于研究的经验教训，6) 学到的 TDV 内容，以及 7)给研究人员的建议。每个类别中都出现了相关的主题。对预防计划的影响包括向同龄人领袖提供该计划的简化版本并让家长参与招聘。未来的研究应侧重于对美国其他地区的凯伦或其他难民青年进行类似的研究。