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Behavioral Alternatives to the Drug Control of Hyperactive Children in the Classroom
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Ayllon, Teodoro; Rainwater, Nancy – School Psychology Digest, 1976
The author contends that the application of structure and reinforcement will effectively eliminate hyperactivity in most classrooms. If these procedures do not work it is very likely that the child does not have the component skills necessary for completing the academic materials. In this case, it is probably best to keep the hyperactive child on…
Descriptors: Behavior Change, Behavior Patterns, Classroom Techniques, Drug Therapy
Behavioral Features of the Mentally Retarded Adolescent; Implications for Mainstream Educators.
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Schloss, Patrick J.; Sedlak, Robert A. – Psychology in the Schools, 1982
Presents current psychological and educational literature associated with the behavioral characteristics of the mentally retarded adolescent. Discusses empirical constructs including adaptive behavior, motivation, reinforcer effectiveness, locus of control, and social discrimination skills of the mentally retarded. Suggests practical strategies…
Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Adolescents, Behavior Patterns, Classroom Techniques