Defines cognitive-behavioral counseling and addresses specific questions concerning the practical application of cognitive-behavioral group counseling. Looks at types of concerns addressed; considerations for structuring groups; techniques and relationship to group dynamics; social skills training; cognitive restructuring; coping skills and…

This study compares two intake procedures designed to prepare adolescents for subsequent group counseling: an individual interview and a group-administered questionnaire. The only significant difference was that the questionnaire group spoke with greater personal involvement in, and more responsibility for, their problem or concern. (SJL)

This article concerning structuring in group counseling discusses a type of structuring which allows a great deal of freedom and permissiveness within the group and at the same time provides a framework within which the group can begin to function. (Author)

Describes the Lose to Win Program, a weight loss program for third, fourth and fifth grade students. The program included nutrition education, exercise, and improving the self concept, and involved the use of rewards, and support of parents and school staff. (JAC)

This article describes how the detention room in one school system was changed in favor of group counseling sessions. In the counseling sessions, the counselors could aid students in identifying the problems which disturb them in order to improve self-understanding and status in school. (JC)

Fading allows counselors to assist children in acquiring, with minimal frustration and errors, independent behavior at an age earlier than previously thought possible. Beginning responsibility training at an early age will enhance the development of the pupil's capacity for self direction and will increase decision making skills. (Author)

Described a nonsexist group-counseling intervention program of structured small-group sessions using experiential and didactic activities. Evaluation was conducted with eighth-grade girls. A modified version of the Bem Sex-Role Inventory measured their movement toward androgyny. This format seemed appropriate for middle-school age sex-role…

Surveyed Minnesota secondary school counselors (N=155) on the roles and functions of school counselors. Found a limited parallel between role perceptions and expectations set forth in current professional guidelines. Suggests that individual approach to counseling must be examined critically against reaching larger numbers through group and…

Discusses the role on conflict and groups and manifestation of conflict in groups. Goes on to suggest strategies for resolving conflict among children. Offers suggestions for leaders of children's groups and suggests techniques for creative conflict applications. List of books and articles relevant to conflict resolution techniques that use…

Describes group counseling program for teenage fathers designed to help participants understand their emotional and legal rights and responsibilities and learn about available resources. Describes the nine counseling sessions and discusses program evaluation and follow-up. Emphasizes need for school counselors to respond to needs of adolescent…

Describes the life-planning workshop--a series of small group--learning experiences that examine sex-role conditioning. The exercises are life line, role identification, interests and past experiences, role stripping, typical and special days, and goal setting. Each exercise is described. (Author)

The purpose of this article is to describe a successful group counseling project in which communications games were used in hopes that readers will consider games and exercises as a part of their group counseling effort. (Author)

The peer influence model holds great potential for assisting new students develop more effective behavior in the school setting while at the same time establishing a close and cooperative relationship with older students. (Author)