The rationale for filial therapy is explored and the effectiveness of a ten-week filial-therapy parent-training group for incarcerated parents is evaluated. Attitude of acceptance and empathic behavior toward children, stress levels of parents, and child self-concept and problem behaviors were assessed. Implications for research and practice are…

Presents the design, national standardization, and validation of the Preschool Learning Behaviors Scale. A normative sample (N = 100) of preschoolers yielded distinct and reliable dimensions of Competence Motivation, Attention/Persistence, and Attitude Toward Learning. Correlations demonstrated validity convergence with indices of social skills,…

This article discusses techniques and instruments that are used when conducting a behavioral, social, and emotional assessment of students with autistic spectrum disorders. Functional assessment methods are described, including indirect methods, direct observation, and experimental manipulation. Instruments used to assess depression and…

Evaluated three alternative theories of the continuity of delinquent behavior throughout childhood and into adolescence with a series of nested structural equation models. Longitudinal analyses of 840 middle adolescents revealed that childhood behavior problems directly and indirectly related to adolescent delinquency among boys and had unmediated…

The "Behavior Problems Inventory" (BPI) is a behavior rating instrument for self-injurious, stereotypic, and aggressive/destructive behavior in mental retardation and other developmental disabilities. Evaluation with 432 residents in a developmental center found the BPI to be a reliable (retest reliability, internal consistency, and…

This study explored the educational and personal-social characteristics of middle school and junior high students (n=85) referred to an in-school suspension program for engaging in disciplinary infractions at school. Significant differences in self-ratings were found between students with previous office referrals or suspensions and those without.…

This study evaluated use of a parent coach in teaching positive parenting skills to four parents with noncompliant children. The parents successfully learned and used the skills-based teaching techniques, the reward system, and the self-monitoring strategies. Child compliance with parental instruction improved. (Contains references.) (DB)

Examined relations of individual differences in regulation and negative emotionality to Indonesian third-graders' social skills/low externalizing problem behavior, sociometric status, and shyness. Found that children's low socially appropriate behavior/high problem behavior and rejected peer status were related to low dispositional regulation and…

Interviews professionals working with delinquent youth in a rural area in an attempt to better understand their opinions of youth behavior. Comparisons are made between professionals' observations and existing research findings regarding Disruptive Behavior Disorders, such as Attention Deficit Disorders and Oppositional Defiant Disorder. Strong…

A study investigated the long-term stability of the teacher and parent behavioral ratings of 37 children with specific language impairment. Results indicate diminishment in teacher-reported behavior problems in most areas of socioemotional development from kindergarten to second grade and increasing congruence between teacher and parent ratings.…

Discusses the incidence and characteristics of young sexual abusers in Great Britain, incorporating studies of childhood and childhood sexuality. Considers the impact of policy and legislative changes on management of young sexual abusers. (JPB)

A study of 41 students who had special education histories and who were recommended for expulsion found most students exhibited additional emotional and behavioral risk factors or were experiencing stressful family circumstances. Conduct problems that accompanied disabling conditions were likely to lead to full expulsion hearings or dismissal from…

Describes an Interpersonal Skills course given at Randallwood Middle School, in Warrensville Heights, Ohio, to teach conflict resolution. Describes the values approach of the course and its affect on students, highlighting teaching of the value, skills, and ethos of nonviolence. (JPB)

Discusses cultural differences in sleeping practices, focusing on how child caregivers can provide developmentally appropriate and culturally sensitive care. Describes co-sleeping as an accepted practice in many cultures with several benefits. Discusses the role of cultural values, beliefs, priorities, and goals and the importance of…

Direct instruction was effective in teaching second grade students to identify and report peers' day-to-day prosocial behaviors. Interdependent reinforcement and publicly posted progress feedback procedures were effective in increasing and maintaining these behaviors. Discussion focuses on developing and implementing proactive programs to prevent…