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ERIC Number: EJ918870
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2008
Pages: 4
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ISSN: ISSN-0973-1342
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A Preliminary Report on the Use of the Narrative Approach for Childhood Mental Health Problems
Vishwanatha, Kalyani; Hirisave, Uma
Journal of Indian Association for Child and Adolescent Mental Health, v4 n1 p12-15 2008
Aim: To examine the feasibility of using the narrative approach for managing childhood mental health problems. Methods: The sample consisted of 10 children aged 9-12 years, who were rated as having problems on the Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (Teacher version), of which 5 were in the experimental and 5 in the control group. The experimental group received a 10-session package based on the narrative approach. Both groups were assessed using the Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire, Pictorial Instrument for Children and Adolescents, Children's Global Assessment Scale and an open interview pre and post therapy. Results: A reduction in the problem behaviors of the children was noted, both on teacher and self-report and an improvement in global functioning occurred. Conclusions: Narrative approach may add to the armamentarium to manage childhood mental health problem. (Contains 1 table.)
Indian Association for Child and Adolescent Mental Health. e-mail: jiacam@gmail.com; Web site: http://www.jiacam.org
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: India
Identifiers - Assessments and Surveys: Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire
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