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Patterns of Runaway Behavior within a Larger Systems Context: The Road to Empowerment.
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Miller, A. Therese; And Others – Adolescence, 1990
Examined Orten and Soll's typology and Homer's conceptualization of runaways as "running from" or "running to" something; expanded context to include interactions with family and professionals. Used case study and survey of nine adolescent runaways from residential setting to explore hypotheses. Found majority ran away from…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Behavior Patterns, Conflict, Family Problems
Family Defense Mechanisms: The Concept and Its Utility to Family Scientists, Practitioners, and Educators.
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Schwebel, Andrew I. – Family Journal: Counseling and Therapy for Couples and Families, 1993
Notes that interpersonal conflict among family members and between spouses can cause dissatisfaction and threaten feasibility of marriage. Defines Family Defense Mechanisms (FDMs) as fixed patterns of behaviors that, when followed by spouses and other family members, enable them to better manage their interpersonal differences and conflict.…
Descriptors: Behavior Patterns, Conflict, Defense Mechanisms, Family Relationship
An Empirical Examination of Confrontation Efficacy I.
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Watson, John Joseph; Remer, Rory – 1982
Because people are separate individuals, interpersonal conflict is inevitable. Social psychologists have studied this area by examining styles of conflict resolution such as negotiation/bargaining. Counseling psychologists have attempted to address these concerns through assertiveness and aspects of parenting training. However, no specific model…
Descriptors: Assertiveness, Behavior Change, Behavior Patterns, Change Strategies
An Empirical Examination of Confrontation Efficacy II.
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Remer, Rory – 1982
Social psychologists have studied interpersonal conflict by examining styles of conflict resolution such as negotiation/bargaining. Counseling psychologists have attempted to address these concerns through assertiveness and aspects of parenting training. In a previous study, a three-component confrontation model--specified behavior, emotional…
Descriptors: Assertiveness, Behavior Change, Behavior Patterns, Change Strategies
Male Sex Role Conflicts, Sexism, and Masculinity: Psychological Implications for Men, Women, and the Counseling Psychologist.
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O'Neil, James M. – Counseling Psychologist, 1981
Examines two primary outcomes of male socialization that produce sex role strain and conflict, restrictive emotionality and control, power, and competition issues. Discusses secondary effects on: 1) interpersonal life; 2) career development; 3) home and family life; and 4) physical life. (JAC)
Descriptors: Adult Counseling, Behavior Patterns, Counseling Techniques, Emotional Adjustment
A Theory of Organizational Behavior Applied to College Housing.
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Clower, John; Goodwin, Gail C. – College Student Journal, 1982
Explains a conceptual model by Chris Argyris dealing with organizational conflict. Applies the theory to college residence halls. Suggests that resident assistants need more responsibility and authority. Urges that they be allowed more input into housing policy in order to improve living conditions and student satisfaction. (Author/JAC)
Descriptors: Administrative Change, Behavior Patterns, Conflict Resolution, Dormitories
Two-Years-Old Social Competence.
Adcock, Don; Segal, Marilyn – 1979
This guide for parents discusses social competence in 2-year-old children, drawing upon anecdotal data to provide a sampling of 2-year-old children's social behavior and their parents' child rearing techniques. The data were collected from questionnaires, telephone interviews, and home visits in a 12-month study of the interactions of 86…
Descriptors: Behavior Patterns, Child Rearing, Children, Conflict Resolution