A model of hyperkinesis is introduced based on an ecological conception. The antecedents of hyperkinetic behavior are provided by a child's family, academic, and physiologic environments. These factors influence cognitive processes of the child. Effective treatment is multimodal and can involve the child, family, and school. (Author)

Children referred to the Learning Disorders Unit of the Yale-New Haven Hospital were evaluated for indications of prenatal exposure to ethanol. Our results suggest a continuum of teratogenic effects of ethanol on the central nervous system. Journal availability The C. V. Mosby Co., 11830 Westline Industrial Dr., St. Louis, MO 63141. (Author)

The authors assert that, to promote student self-concept, a teacher must develop a positive mental image of each child. They point out positive qualities that teachers may look for and react to in four types of "problem" students: the clown, the bully, the nitpicker, and the doormat. (SJL)

The author recommends steps a teacher can take to effectively deal with self-destructive students and summarizes some of the situations that frequently occur in junior and senior high schools. (LH)

Focus is on a conceptualization of initial assessment and consultation, the problem-solving paradigm as a framework for guiding this activity, and a description of procedures and initial data from a demonstration program. (Author/DLS)

The model is designed to be responsive to parent, teacher, and pupil needs in reducing the discrepancy between the problem behavior and what is reasonably appropriate for the classroom setting. Forms for detailed coding of classroom behavior are included. (Author/CP)

Tests designed to determine behavioral, emotional, social and academic changes occurring in hyperkinetic subjects were administered during childhood and 13 years later. Findings were more positive than other longitudinal studies. Some secondary symptoms, possibly precursors to later psychopathology, appeared. This population, therefore, is still…

Presented are normative data, collected on an unselected sample of 302 seven- and nine-year-old children, for the Missouri Children's Behavior Checklist. The potential usefulness of the checklist as an aid in making important clinical decisions is discussed, as is the need for more extensive normative data. (Editor/SJL)

The effects of methylphenidate on the behavior and teacher interactions of a nine-year-old hyperactive female were analyzed. Results suggest that the use of medication may enable the hyperactive child to profit both behaviorally and academically. (Author)

A learning group in transactional analysis for adolescents in residential treatment received favorable responses from group members, indicating effectiveness of this approach. (MS)

Female students (N=50) were tested to determine if modeling poor performance but adequate coping with failure would facilitate a subject's maintenance of self-esteem in the face of a failure experience. Results of the comparisons made by subjects' responses to videotaped interviews are discussed. (Author/HLM)

This study examined the influence of family structure and school variables on behavior disorders of children (N=1,162). Results indicated grade in school, sex, social class, ordinal position in the family, and teacher were important variables in the determination of behavior disorders. (Author)

Examined quality of parent-adopted child relationships when child was age 16 and over age 23. Found that poor start/late adoptions experienced more family turmoil during the adolescent and young adult years but that families that survived the most stressful years often reported much more relaxed, reciprocal relationships with their grown-up…

Offers a rationale for social skills instruction and integration for students with, or at risk for, learning and behavior problems. It examines the social skills needed in various settings and describes a three-step process for integrating academic content with social skill development. (DB)

Children with Attention Deficit Disorder have trouble holding or sustaining attention. This article provides teachers with a general review of the disorder, including ADD and learning difficulties, self-esteem, and behavior problems; symptoms and diagnosis; and helping children with ADD, including medication, routine and regularity, careful…