In the past, educators have been reluctant to deal openly with the issue of school violence. This paper examines feedback from workshops on bullying and refers to the results of a survey of school psychologists regarding school violence. It is argued that the causes of violence at school are multifaceted and interactive. Bullying is a world-wide…

Describes a family intervention and support program which uses counseling, behavior management, and skills-development. The program provides support for parents, addressing their emotional needs and helping them learn and then teach problem-solving skills. Discusses techniques, such as active listening skills, team training procedures, and…

Schools are becoming increasingly violent places. This workshop presentation examines ways to improve counselor facilities and to enhance work safety. Client populations for school counselors have changed significantly in recent times as school administrators refer more welfare related problems for help. Although violent attacks on counselors may…