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Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2006
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A One Year Study of Adolescent Males with Aggression and Problems of Conduct and Personality: A Comparison of MDT and DBT
Apsche, Jack A.; Bass, Christopher K.; Houston, Marsha-Ann
International Journal of Behavioral Consultation and Therapy, v2 n4 p544-552 2006
This study examines the effectiveness of Mode Deactivation Therapy, (MDT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, (DBT) in a Residential Treatment Center for adolescent males. All clients were admitted to the same Residential Treatment Center. Clients presented with physical aggression, suicidal ideation, with mixed personality disorders/traits. One group of clients was treated with MDT, while the other group received DBT treatment. (Contains 5 figures and 4 tables.)
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, High School Students, Personality Problems, Aggression, Behavior Modification, Suicide, Therapy, Males, Adolescents, Behavior Disorders, Counseling Effectiveness, Counseling Techniques, Residential Programs, Psychological Patterns, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, Depression (Psychology)
Joseph Cautilli, Ph.D. & The Behavior Analyst Online Organization. 535 Queen Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147-3220. Tel: 215-462-6737; Web site: http://www.baojournal.com/
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
Education Level: High Schools
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Assessments and Surveys: Beck Depression Inventory
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