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Shearn, Donald F.; Randolph, Daniel Lee – Psychology in the Schools, 1978
Reality therapy methods in the classroom were examined via a four-group experimental design. The groups were as follows: (a) pretested reality therapy, (b) unpretested reality therapy, (c) pretested placebo, and (d) unpretested placebo. Findings were not supportive of reality therapy methods as applied in the classroom. (Author)
Descriptors: Behavior Change, Behavior Problems, Elementary Education, Group Counseling
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Cangelosi, Andrew; And Others – School Counselor, 1980
The Rational Thinking Group experience, based on cognitive restructuring exercises, significantly increased the self-concept of adolescent participants. In addition, the experience was effective in increasing scores on the behavior, anxiety, and happiness, and satisfaction scales. (Author)
Descriptors: Adolescent Development, Adolescents, Behavior Rating Scales, Cognitive Development
Riley, George M. – 1995
This practicum was designed to increase the self-esteem of children between the ages of 8 and 12 from dysfunctional families. The strategies implemented involved working with the parents of these children to help increase positive communication and relationships between parents and their children. Based on the idea that self-esteem is a reciprocal…
Descriptors: Child Psychology, Child Rearing, Childhood Needs, Children