The most prevalent, and cost-effective, primary prevention strategy in the U.S. involves universal school-based interventions to significantly increase children’s self-protection awareness and skills. However, school-based CSA prevention programs are subject to a multitude of implementation barriers, including a high rate of staff turnover, which commonly inhibits the implementation of the intervention as designed. This study leveraged a natural experiment to explore an ad hoc modification to implement an evidence-based intervention to fit a new context. 

Harnessing the power of habit strength and autonomous motivation can transform physical activity in young adults. By focusing on habit formation, this study uncovers strategies for sustainable behavior change, offering insights for schools, communities, and public health initiatives. This approach leverages psychological principles to design targeted interventions that make active lifestyles the norm. 

A significant number of students worldwide encountered psychological distress throughout the pandemic. The study findings emphasize the importance of coping skills and the crucial need for mental health education programs to be integrated into the university curriculum.