RESOURCE: Child Trends What Works Database of Evidence-Backed Programs
"Best practices" are those that local professionals deem anecdotally as those that get desired results. For example, in my community, it makes a BIG difference in whether the local psychiatric unit will admit a suicidal teen if I can call someone at the unit who knows who I am, and express my concern. "Evidence-based practices and programs" are those that were informed by research when designed. It does NOT mean that evidence shows there are effective at reaching stated goals