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Peer reviewedPowers, Sandra M. – Psychology in the Schools, 1977
The Vane Kindergarten Test (VKT) is judged to have limited usefulness in early detection of learning handicaps for two reasons: (a) Its reliability is too low to allow discrimination between individuals, and (b) The ability of the VKT to predict problem behaviors is quite limited. (Author)
Descriptors: Behavior Patterns, Behavior Problems, Kindergarten Children, Learning Disabilities
Peer reviewedDuke, Daniel Linden – Psychology in the Schools, 1978
Observational data and survey information were collected on student behavior problems and discipline policies in a large suburban high school. Analysis of the data indicated that many of the concerns of teachers and administrators centered more around adult behavior than student behavior. (Author)
Descriptors: Adults, Behavior Patterns, Behavior Problems, Research Projects
Peer reviewedStott, D. H. – Psychology in the Schools, 1971
The author discusses an experimental revision of the Bristol Social Adjustment Guides, a classification of maladjusted behavior in the early 195o,s. (Author)
Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Behavior Patterns, Behavior Problems, Classification
Peer reviewedGrieger, Russell M.; Abidin, Richard R. – Psychology in the Schools, 1972
Primary emphasis of the model is on the analysis of behavior as it is elicited in specific situations, the primary goal being to acquire relevant information that will contribute to decisions as to desired changes in behavior. (Author)
Descriptors: Behavior Patterns, Behavior Problems, Behavior Rating Scales, Psychological Evaluation
Peer reviewedBrown, Robert K.; Richard, Wayne C. – Psychology in the Schools, 1972
The interrelationships among social responsibility, self concept, and anxiety disclosed by this study suggest the possibility that to deal with one facet may implement change in the others. (Author)
Descriptors: Behavior Patterns, Behavior Problems, Elementary School Students, Emotional Disturbances
Peer reviewedMcDermott, Paul A. – Psychology in the Schools, 1982
Assessed the cross-sex similarity of behavioral disturbance dimensions as measured by the Bristol Social Adjustment Guides (BSAG) using a sample of 2,527 Ontario schoolchildren. Results confirmed the cross-sex equivalence in the factor structure and support the use of the BSAG's under- and overreaction scales as indicators of maladjustment. (JAC)
Descriptors: Behavior Patterns, Behavior Problems, Elementary Education, Elementary School Students
Peer reviewedStrain, Phillip S.; Shores, Richard E. – Psychology in the Schools, 1977
The importance of developing positive, reciprocal interaction has been well documented. If affective education for young handicapped children is to become a reality, additional research is necessary to identify those response patterns that set the occasion for positive reciprocal interaction. (Author)
Descriptors: Behavior Patterns, Behavior Problems, Children, Emotional Disturbances
Peer reviewedLewis, Timothy J.; Powers, Lisa J.; Kelk, Michele J.; Newcomer, Lori L. – Psychology in the Schools, 2002
Investigated the efficacy of positive behavior support (PBS) prevention/early intervention strategies on the rate of problem behavior displayed by elementary schools students during recess. Specifically, this study examined the effects of directly teaching playground-related behaviors and the use of a group contingency to reinforce mastery in an…
Descriptors: Behavior Change, Behavior Patterns, Behavior Problems, Early Intervention
Direct linkGresham, Frank M.; Lane, Kathleen L.; Beebe-Frankenberger, Margaret – Psychology in the Schools, 2005
Disruptive behavior patterns are particularly challenging for parents, teachers, and peers as these behaviors often interfere with classroom instruction, frequently lead to academic underachievement, and are associated with social skills acquisition and performance deficits. Children who exhibit a combination of…
Descriptors: Teaching Methods, Grade 4, Grade 6, Underachievement
