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Silverman, Wendy K.; Kurtines, William M.; Jaccard, James; Pina, Armando A. – Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 2009
This randomized clinical trial compared cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with minimal parent involvement to CBT with active parent involvement in a sample of 119 youths (7-16 years old; 33.6% Caucasian, 61.3% Latino) with anxiety disorders. The dynamics of change between youth anxiety and parent variables (positive-negative behaviors toward the…
Descriptors: Parent Participation, Cognitive Restructuring, Adolescents, Parent Child Relationship
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Kiluk, Brian D.; Weden, Sarah; Culotta, Vincent P. – Journal of Attention Disorders, 2009
Objective: Few studies have examined the psychological benefits of physical activity in children with ADHD who may be at higher risk for mood and anxiety problems. This study explores the relationship between participation in physical activity and emotional functioning in children with ADHD. Method: Scores on parent-reported measures of mood and…
Descriptors: Physical Activities, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Depression (Psychology), Anxiety
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Franklin, Cynthia; Moore, Kelly; Hopson, Laura – Children & Schools, 2008
This study evaluated the effectiveness of solution-focused brief therapy with children who have classroom-related behavior problems within a school setting. Five to seven sessions of solution-focused brief therapy services were provided to 67 children, identified by school faculty and staff as needing assistance in solving behavior problems.…
Descriptors: Behavior Problems, Child Behavior, Effect Size, Psychotherapy
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Hanlon, Thomas E.; Simon, Betsy D.; O'Grady, Kevin E.; Carswell, Steven B.; Callaman, Jason M. – Education and Urban Society, 2009
The present study reports on the effectiveness at one-year follow-up of an after-school prevention program targeting 6th grade African American youth residing in high-risk urban areas. The program, conducted on-site over the school-year period, involved a group mentoring approach emphasizing remedial education and an appreciation of African…
Descriptors: Grade Point Average, Prevention, Parent Participation, Academic Achievement