Suggests that the problem of effective care of diabetes mellitus presents an opportunity for the emerging field of health psychology. Discusses behavioral interventions that aid in treatment of this disease by reducing its energy mobilizing effects on the nervous system. (Author/AOS)

Provides a conceptual framework for discussing the role of alcohol in a person's life and for planning appropriate interventions when abuse is evidenced. Discusses drive reduction and the dynamic of alcohol involvement through four involvement stages. (Author/RC)

An intervention strategy called comprehensive counseling is presented as a new approach to dealing with adolescents who have major problems in traditional schools and at home. Components of this approach include: (1) a learning environment in which instructional and counseling procedures are closely related through joint planning by a staff of…

A model of hyperkinesis is introduced based on an ecological conception. The antecedents of hyperkinetic behavior are provided by a child's family, academic, and physiologic environments. These factors influence cognitive processes of the child. Effective treatment is multimodal and can involve the child, family, and school. (Author)

The multimodal career counseling model is a logical extension of Lazarus' multimodal behavior therapy through the assessment of seven modalities that affect the career of the individual. Interventions may be directed at the early decision-making stage or when difficulties are encountered. (Author)

Results support the effectiveness of the Rational Behavior Therapy disciplinary intervention model. The specific problem behavior and the child's attention to classwork and homework were significantly improved. Disciplinary recidivism showed extraordinary differentiation between the groups. This improvement did not generalize to the students'…

The psychoeducational model stresses the importance of psychic origins and meaning of behavior related to the student's relationships. The counselor client relationship is important in helping students cope with stress and peer relationships and gain self control. Intervention techniques of life space interviewing and reality interviewing are…

Explains the differences between systemic and linear approaches to behavior, and provides examples of how the school-based consultant can intervene from a systems perspective, using interviews, short-term family counseling, and teacher consultation. Issues and cautions about using a systemic approach are presented. (Author)

This opening chapter provides an overview of the book. Chapter 2 of the book summarizes current data for problem behaviors among adolescents across five areas including: (1) substance abuse; (2) sexual behavior; (3) delinquency and violence; (4) depression and suicidal ideation; and (5) school failure. Next, chapter 3 addresses the efforts to stem…