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Jamison, T. Rene; Schuttler, Jessica Oeth – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2017
A majority of social skills research in autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and interventions target school age males and no published studies target adolescent females with ASD or related disabilities. Females with ASD are at risk for internalizing symptoms, and experience greater challenges in socialization and communication as social demands become…
Descriptors: Interpersonal Competence, Self Management, Adolescents, Females

Williams, Nancy J.; And Others – Health Values: The Journal of Health Behavior, Education & Promotion, 1995
Reports a study that evaluated the appropriateness and effectiveness of a self-help manual for postsecondary education students who used smokeless tobacco. Students participated in groups that received either two or four sessions of support for using the self-help manual. Results indicated both groups produced similar cessation rates. (SM)
Descriptors: College Students, Guides, Health Promotion, Higher Education

Rakos, Richard F.; Schroeder, Harold E. – Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 1979
A self-administered assertiveness training program trained refusal of unreasonable requests from strangers and close relationships. Comparison with a placebo program indicated the assertiveness program produced superior effectiveness of assertion, content of assertion, verbalization of assertion-related obligations, persistent assertive…
Descriptors: Assertiveness, Behavior Modification, Cognitive Development, College Students
Mouton-Odum, Suzanne; Keuthen, Nancy J.; Wagener, Paula D.; Stanley, Melinda A. – Cognitive and Behavioral Practice, 2006
Despite the widespread nature and significant impact of trichotillomania (TTM), relatively few controlled studies have evaluated treatment options for people with this disorder. Pharmacological treatment and behavior therapy are the two most widely accepted approaches to treating TTM, but few mental health professionals with appropriate expertise…
Descriptors: Mental Disorders, Self Control, Web Sites, Self Help Programs
Klug, Wayne – 1990
This study examined Toughlove, the controversial self-help organization for parents and out-of-control adolescents. Six small group Toughlove meetings containing an average of 8 members for each were observed, and questionnaires were completed by 75 Toughlove parents from 8 states. Variables examined include the roles of empathy, assertiveness…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Assertiveness, Behavior Modification, Parent Child Relationship

Glasgow, Russell E.; And Others – Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 1981
Evaluated two self-help behavior therapy books for stopping smoking against a minimal treatment program. Results indicated under self-administered conditions, the minimal treatment program was as effective as the behavior therapy books. On the self-report measures, therapist contact was associated with improved treatment outcome for the behavior…
Descriptors: Adults, Behavior Change, Behavior Modification, Bibliotherapy
Roberts, Linda J. – 1985
Since objective data on the effectiveness of self-help groups are not available, participants' views of a program's value are instructive. A study was undertaken to contrast participants' (N=232) evaluations of their self-help meetings with independent observers' (N=11) evaluations and to describe the components of their respective views in terms…
Descriptors: Adults, Evaluation Criteria, Evaluation Methods, Group Dynamics

Goetzel, Ronnie Z.; And Others – Journal of Medical Education, 1984
A survey of medical students in self-help groups revealed that social affiliation and an opportunity to express feelings in a "safe" environment were primary attractions. Nonprofessional faculty contact, support from fellow students, and stimulating discussions about medicine were the main benefits. (Author/MSE)
Descriptors: Discussion Groups, Group Therapy, Medical Students, Program Evaluation
Minde, K.; And Others – 1978
A preventive intervention program based on self-help groups for parents reinforced by the involvement of veteran parents, those who had a premature infant during the past 12 months, and professionals to provide support and information was evaluated. Sets of randomly selected parents (N=35) met weekly in a small group of four to six couples during…
Descriptors: Child Care, Group Counseling, Interaction Process Analysis, Intervention
Hereford, Susan McFarland – Engineering Education, 1979
This study assesses the Personalized System of Instruction's (Keller Plan) conventional academic environment capability. The author focuses on some of the issues accompanying the introduction of PSI. (SA)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Cost Effectiveness, Educational Research, Higher Education
Sole, Kenneth – 1978
School Self Renewal, rooted in the ideas of Organizational Development, is a process of school improvement undertaken with the participation of the members of the school community. Based on reports of Renewal projects in New York City Public High Schools, this paper presents some of Renewal's problem areas, strengths, and the implications of the…
Descriptors: Administrator Role, Curriculum Development, Educational Facilities Improvement, High Schools

Kurtz, Linda Farris – Evaluation and Program Planning, 1990
An evaluation of the Manic Depressive and Depressive Association of Chicago (Illinois) used an adapted version of the Client Satisfaction Questionnaire (CSQ-8) as part of a mail survey. Results for 184 respondents reveal characteristics of both the instrument and client satisfaction factors. (TJH)
Descriptors: Attitude Measures, Depression (Psychology), Mail Surveys, Mental Disorders
National Center for Child Advocacy (DHEW/OHD), Washington, DC. – 1978
The two reports reprinted here address prevention and treatment of child abuse and neglect in rural areas through self-help programs. The larger report, that of the Appalachian Citizens for Children's Rights (ACCR) Project, describes project purposes: to develop a community development model for child abuse/neglect using resources already existing…
Descriptors: Agencies, Change Agents, Child Abuse, Child Advocacy

Setty, Robert M.; Hawkins, Raymond C. – 1980
Relapses in alcoholics, smokers, and heroin users are frequently provoked by stress. Individuals often return to using addictive substances when feeling angry or frustrated as the result of negative mood states, interpersonal conflict, or social pressure. A behavioral weight-control program used to treat 140 overweight college students was…
Descriptors: Affective Behavior, Behavior Change, Behavior Patterns, Body Weight
Walley, William V.; Stokes, Joseph P. – 1981
The development of a program of self-help support groups for teachers experiencing stress in Chicago public schools is described. These support groups attempted to alleviate stress-related illness by reducing teacher isolation and by enabling teachers to help each other cope with problems and fears. The support groups were led by teachers who…
Descriptors: Coping, Elementary Secondary Education, Group Therapy, Helping Relationship
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