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The Challenge Project: A Treatment Program Evaluation for Perpetrators of Child Sexual Abuse.
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Craissati, Jackie; McClurg, Grace – Child Abuse & Neglect: The International Journal, 1997
A British follow-up study of 25 convicted perpetrators of child abuse compared group and individual treatment outcomes. Results found some evidence for positive change in the group condition in terms of greater honesty in reporting normal and deviant sexual outlets, in addition to the improvement in attitudes toward women. (CR)
Descriptors: Child Abuse, Crime Prevention, Criminals, Foreign Countries
A Sharing Experience: Development of a Group for Families Affected by HIV Infection.
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Melvin, Diane; Appleby, Sue – British Journal of Guidance and Counselling, 1995
Describes the establishment and development of a support group for the parents of children infected and/or affected by HIV infection. The group is hospital-based, meeting monthly since April 1992, facilitated by professionals but with a self-help and peer support emphasis. Explains the planning, setting, and running of the group. Identifies…
Descriptors: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Children, Coping, Death
The Effectiveness and Rationale of the 'Nurture Group' Approach To Helping Children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties Remain within Mainstream Education.
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O'Connor, Tina; Colwell, John – British Journal of Special Education, 2002
A study compared scores on the Developmental Diagnostic Profile for 68 children with emotional/behavioral difficulties on entry to a nurture group, on exit, and after two years of mainstreaming. Emotional/behavioral difficulties were significantly reduced upon exit. Current data reveal that in 16 of 20 sub-strands, improvement has been primarily…
Descriptors: Attachment Behavior, Behavior Disorders, Early Intervention, Elementary Education