Describes a counseling program whereby 12 selected high school students were trained as peer counselors to extend counseling services to a greater number of students. Results were favorable. (HMV)

Examined factors that correlate with satisfaction with peer counseling. Findings from 159 students who had met with a peer counselor during 1 academic year revealed that, in general, students were only slightly satisfied with peer counseling services. Students who were satisfied had received empathy and understanding, as well as problem-solving…

The implementation of peer counseling programs can increase the overall effectiveness of counseling services, but no single program is right for all settings. Each staff needs to consider the particular setting. Careful consideration of the elements discussed in this article should benefit trainees and students. (Author)

Describes development and implementation of peer counselor program in one large high school. Explains how peer counselors were selected, trained, and supervised. Presents evaluation of pilot program after its second year and makes recommendations to others considering implementing a high school peer counseling program. (NB)

Describes a program of peer counseling that met with successful results, helping not only the counselees but the counselors as well. (HMV)

Describes a program of peer group counseling. The program was instituted with the aim of improving self-concept and facilitating better interpersonal relationships both for peer counselors and counselees within the group setting. (Author)

Examined effects of using peer helpers to ease students in their transition to an overseas school and their functioning in that environment. Participants were 84 high school students enrolled at the American Community Schools of Athens, Greece. Results indicated some positive changes, suggesting that students can benefit from peer interaction and…

Describes evolution of peer support groups in one high school formed in response to the suicide by one of the school's students. Explains role and responsibilities of peer coordinator and the development of the peer tutoring program. Included are discussions of selection and training of peer facilitators, topics, getting started, and group bonding…

Discusses the research model used to train junior high school students in helping relations using the Carkhuff model. Both the research data and resulting behaviors lend support to the concept that effective training of peers can have positive and far-reaching impact on both peer counselor trainees and those to whom they related. (Author/PC)

School counselors have been encouraged to implement peer facilitator groups, however, it is important for counselors to consider the developmental needs of the students involved. Through systematic and carefully planned selection, training, and supervision of students, counselors can encourage middle graders to reach out and help each other grow…

Peer-facilitator and/or peer counseling programs are having a real impact in schools. Guidelines provided in the article were found to have value in development and implementation of the program at Buchholy High School, Gainesville, Florida. More than 2,200 students, 120 teachers, 80 parents and nine administrators have been involved. (Author/MC)

Studied the effects of a peer helper program for elementary school students. While attitudes and self-concepts of fifth-graders trained as facilitators did not change significantly, peer facilitators were effective in helping second and third graders improve their classroom behaviors and school attitudes. (ABB)

Describes a high school orientation program for freshmen, designed to familiarize students with appropriate school-related behaviors through exploration, clarification, questioning, and discussion. Results of a program evaluation indicated participants had less failure, less absences, and less conduct problems than nonparticipants. (BL)

This article describes two mental health programs which are staffed by student trained volunteers. One of these is a student-run hot line which provides information and referrals to community services. Another program has high school students teaching elementary school children the properties and effects of drugs, alcohol and tobacco. (SJL)

Examines directions in the "peer helper" movement with special emphasis on its potential role in the elementary school. Lists three aspects for evaluating peer counseling programs: assessment of self as helper, assessment of knowledge and skills used in the process, and assessment of outcome. Reviews benefits of program. (Author/ABB)