Descriptor
Source
Psychology in the Schools | 3 |
Publication Type
Journal Articles | 3 |
Reports - General | 3 |
Information Analyses | 1 |
Education Level
Audience
Practitioners | 1 |
Location
Laws, Policies, & Programs
Assessments and Surveys
What Works Clearinghouse Rating

Pilkington, Cynthia L.; Piersel, Wayne C. – Psychology in the Schools, 1991
Reviews literature on school phobia which reveals predominant view concerning its etiology is separation anxiety theory. Critically analyzes theory on three grounds: methodological problems, lack of generalizability concerning pathological mother-child relationships, and lack of emphasis on external etiological variables. Recommends reexamining…
Descriptors: Educational Environment, Etiology, School Phobia, Separation Anxiety

Fine, Marvin J.; Holt, Penni – Psychology in the Schools, 1983
Explains the differences between systemic and linear approaches to behavior, and provides examples of how the school-based consultant can intervene from a systems perspective, using interviews, short-term family counseling, and teacher consultation. Issues and cautions about using a systemic approach are presented. (Author)
Descriptors: Behavior Problems, Consultation Programs, Elementary Secondary Education, Family Counseling

Christian, Barry T. – Psychology in the Schools, 1983
Proposed a practical reinforcement hierarchy for classroom-based behavior modification programs. The seven-level hierarchy ranged from primitive consequences (Infantile Physical Contact and Food) through the more abstract consequences (Praise and Internal Self-Reinforcement). Suggestions were made for using the hierarchy in teacher consultation…
Descriptors: Behavior Modification, Classroom Techniques, Counseling Techniques, Counselor Teacher Cooperation