The Cultural Adaptation of Prevention Interventions: Resolving Tensions Between Fidelity and Fit

This paper examines this complex programmatic issue from a community-based participatory research approach for program adaptation that emphasizes motivating community participation to enhance program outcomes. Several issues, key concepts, and implementation strategies are presented under a strategic approach to address issues of fidelity and adaptation.

Citation: Castro, F.G., Barrera, M. & Martinez, C.R. The Cultural Adaptation of Prevention Interventions: Resolving Tensions Between Fidelity and Fit. Prev Sci 5, 41-45 (2004).