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Download full textColl, Kenneth M. – 1994
The A.A. 12 steps have long been associated with effective helping, both in terms of recovery from chemical addiction and increasing mental health. Historically there has also been a philosophical division between A.A. oriented substance abuse counselors and the rest of the helping professionals. The purpose of this article is to suggest and…
Descriptors: Alcoholism, Behavior Theories, Counseling Techniques, Counseling Theories
Peer reviewedMulick, James A.; Kedesdy, Jurgen H. – Mental Retardation, 1988
The article explores the paradoxical relationship between normalization ideology and behavior analysis as reflected in techniques used in the treatment of self-injurious behavior (SIB) in mentally retarded individuals. Ideology should be evaluated carefully for its effects on science policy to prevent undesirable limits on research and treatment.…
Descriptors: Adaptive Behavior (of Disabled), Behavior Disorders, Behavior Modification, Contingency Management
Peer reviewedFortenberry, J. Dennis; And Others – Journal of Research on Adolescence, 1997
Relations of contraceptive behavior, problem behaviors, and health-protective behaviors were examined in an ethnically and socioeconomically diverse sample of sexually active adolescents. Findings demonstrate substantial organization among adolescent health and problem behaviors and suggest that contraceptive behavior should be conceptualized…
Descriptors: Adolescent Behavior, Adolescent Development, Adolescents, Behavior Development
Peer reviewedRohde, Paul; And Others – Suicide and Life-Threatening Behavior, 1996
Developed an abbreviated version of a life attitude measure that could be easily administered in a variety of clinical and research settings. Psychometric properties of the short form were robust, and it correlated highly with the original measure. The measure found that boys reported more injury-related behaviors than girls. (RJM)
Descriptors: Adolescent Attitudes, Adolescent Behavior, Adolescents, Attitude Measures
Peer reviewedOsgood, Nancy J.; Brant, Barbara A. – Suicide and Life-Threatening Behavior, 1990
Surveyed administrators of 463 long-term care facilities concerning overt suicides and intentional life-threatening behaviors. Data revealed that White males were highest risk group. Refusal to eat, drink, or take medications were most common suicidal behaviors. Depression, loneliness, feelings of family rejection, and loss were significant…
Descriptors: At Risk Persons, Depression (Psychology), Family Relationship, Institutionalized Persons
Peer reviewedHunter, Eagan – NASSP Bulletin, 1993
The U.S. family--the backbone of earlier societies--is rapidly degenerating, indicating the need for a social or educational agency surrogate for family caring and supervision. Time has demonstrated value-neutral education's devastating effects on our nation and our social interactions. Educators must help emerging adolescents form realistic…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Alienation, Coping, Daily Living Skills
Peer reviewedRotheram-Borus, Mary Jane; Fernandez, M. Isabel – Suicide and Life-Threatening Behavior, 1995
Discusses impact of defining homosexual orientation on development and identity formation of youths who "come out" during adolescence. Four dimensions are presented: recognizing oneself as lesbian or gay, exploring sexual orientation through the gay and lesbian community, disclosing sexual orientation to others, and becoming more comfortable with…
Descriptors: Adolescent Development, Adolescents, Coping, Depression (Psychology)
Direct linkMcCabe, Marita P.; Ricciardelli, Lina A. – Journal of Youth and Adolescence, 2006
This study examined changes in extreme weight change attitudes and behaviors (exercise dependence, food supplements, drive for thinness, bulimia) among adolescent boys and girls over a 16 month period. It also investigated the impact of body mass index, puberty, body image, depression and positive affect on these attitudes and behaviors 16 months…
Descriptors: Body Weight, Gender Differences, Body Composition, Puberty
Williams, Susan K.; Scahill, Lawrence; Vitiello, Benedetto; Aman, Michael G.; Arnold, L. Eugene; McDougle, Christopher J.; McCracken, James T.; Tierney, Elaine; Ritz, Louise; Posey, David J.; Swiezy, Naomi B.; Hollway, Jill; Cronin, Pegeen; Ghuman, Jaswinder; Wheeler, Courtney; Cicchetti, Domenic; Sparrow, Sara – Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, 2006
Objective: To evaluate the impact of risperidone on adaptive behavior in children with autistic disorder who have serious behavior problems and to examine different methods of scoring the Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales to measure change. Method: Forty-eight children (5 years to 16 years, 5 months) who showed behavioral improvement during acute…
Descriptors: Daily Living Skills, Behavior Problems, Socialization, Autism
Capuzzi, David – 1994
The adolescent at risk for suicidal preoccupation and behavior has become an increasing concern for schools and communities. This paper presents some of the causes of teen suicide, things adults should know about adolescent suicide prevention, and what can be done to help such youth. The transition to adolescence is a complex time when many values…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Behavior, Child Behavior, Family Problems
Weich, Leah; Philip, Radhika – 1993
This prevention training program was created in response to the emergency situation in Community School District 3 in New York City. The program goal was to provide intensive training to 500 school personnel, from all segments of the educational community, in the skills and information necessary to provide substance abuse prevention education to…
Descriptors: Alcohol Abuse, Drug Abuse, Drug Education, Elementary Education
Clarizio, Harvey F. – 1994
Despite signs of increasing agreement among mental health professionals, controversy continues over developmental, diagnostic, and intervention issues surrounding childhood depression. This introductory text is written for practitioners as well as for advanced undergraduates or graduate students who are preparing to become psychologists, social…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Affective Measures, Child Health, Children
Utah State Office of Education, Salt Lake City. – 1991
This report describes the results of two statewide surveys conducted during Spring, 1991: the 1992 Utah Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS) and the 1991 Utah School Health Education Survey (SHES). Sixty-three schools were randomly selected to participate in the state-level YRBS, and all 311 public and private schools with students in grades 7…
Descriptors: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Adolescent Development, Adolescents, Health Education
Shaughnessy, Michael F. – 1989
An examination is made into the possible reasons for underachievement in higher education, on the theory that personological variables such as persistence and diplomacy may contribute as much to success as I.Q. points. Various lists are provided of the salient factors, and their explanations, that contribute to underachievement, as proposed by…
Descriptors: Academic Failure, Behavior Problems, College Students, High Risk Students
Peer reviewedKashubeck, Susan; Mintz, Laurie B. – Journal of College Student Development, 1996
In this investigation of the relationship between eating disorder symptomatology and substance use, an insignificant relationship between the two conditions was found. Despite this lack of relationship, relatively high levels of eating disorder symptomatology and problematic alcohol use were found. Implications for college professionals are…
Descriptors: Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia, College Students, Drinking
