ERIC Number: EJ886155
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2009
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Anger in Middle School: The Solving Problems Together Model
Hall, Kimberly R.; Rushing, Jeri L.; Owens, Rachel B.
Journal of School Counseling, v7 n39 2009
Problem-focused interventions are considered to be one of the most effective group counseling strategies with adolescents. This article describes a problem-focused group counseling model, Solving Problems Together (SPT), with a small group of adolescent African American boys struggling with anger management. Adapted from the teaching philosophy of problem-based learning, SPT provides students with the opportunity to work toward positive solutions for managing their anger, while simultaneously helping them to increase their critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Disciplinary referrals related to anger and violent behavior decreased significantly after completion of the group experience.
Descriptors: Counseling Techniques, Violence, Group Counseling, Psychological Patterns, Problem Solving, Middle School Students, Problem Based Learning, Early Adolescents, African Americans, Males, Self Control, Thinking Skills, Critical Thinking, Behavior Problems, Counseling Effectiveness
Journal of School Counseling. Montana State University, College of Education, Health and Human Development, P.O. Box 172940, Bozeman, MT 59717. Tel: 406-994-4133; Fax: 406-994-1854; e-mail: ehhddean@montana.edu; Web site: http://jsc.montana.edu
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Middle Schools
Audience: Counselors
Language: English
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