Of Wilderness and Circles: Evaluating a Therapeutic Model for Wilderness Adventure Programs.

Wichmann, Ted

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ERIC Number: EJ433444

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Publication Date: 1991

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Of Wilderness and Circles: Evaluating a Therapeutic Model for Wilderness Adventure Programs.

Wichmann, Ted

Journal of Experiential Education, v14 n2 p43-48 Aug 1991

Asocial behaviors were significantly reduced among 36 adjudicated adolescents who participated in a 30-day therapeutic wilderness program focusing on interpersonal problem solving and peer group dynamics. Behavior change was related to instructor experience and expectations and to participant interpersonal problem-solving skills. Contains 19 references. (SV)

Descriptors: Adolescents, Adventure Education, Antisocial Behavior, Behavior Change, Delinquent Rehabilitation, Models, Outcomes of Education, Program Evaluation, Reality Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative

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Language: English

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