Description and Evaluation of a Behaviorally Oriented School-Based Preventive Mental Health Program.

Durlak, Joseph A.

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ERIC Number: EJ156753

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Publication Date: 1977

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Description and Evaluation of a Behaviorally Oriented School-Based Preventive Mental Health Program

Durlak, Joseph A.

Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 45, 1, 27-33, Feb 77

An adaptation of a school-based preventive mental health program is described and evaluated. Teachers and college student volunteers used behavioral reinforcement techniques to work with groups of maladapting second graders. Experimental subjects compared to controls improved significantly in classroom adjustment. (Author)

Descriptors: Behavior Modification, Children, Elementary Education, Elementary Schools, Helping Relationship, Mental Health Programs, Prevention, Program Evaluation, Research Projects, School Role

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