In Search of Effective Programs to Address Students' Emotional Distress and Behavioral Problems. Part III: Student Assessment of School-Based Support Groups.

Wassef, Adel; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ524150

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Publication Date: 1996

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In Search of Effective Programs to Address Students' Emotional Distress and Behavioral Problems. Part III: Student Assessment of School-Based Support Groups.

Wassef, Adel; And Others

Adolescence, v31 n121 p1-16 Spr 1996

Discusses a study of 250 high school students who participated in weekly peer support groups. The program was accepted and showed signs of success, helping alcohol and substance users reduce their intake and helping keep potential dropouts in school. Indicates peer support groups can help in early recognition and management of emotional and behavioral problems in high school students. (KW)

Descriptors: Adolescents, Behavior Problems, Dropouts, Emotional Problems, High School Students, Peer Counseling, Peer Groups, Self Destructive Behavior, Social Support Groups, Substance Abuse, Youth

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Language: English

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