Reports on the development of a satellite center for marriage and family development in married housing. The background and development of the center are discussed. Models employed include the single parent group, the couples' growth group, divorce adjustment groups for children, premarital counseling, and parenting sessions. (RC)

Describes an empirically validated group counseling intervention that school counselors can use with children which promotes social problem solving and self-regulated performance. The focus is on interpersonal problems that limit the academic and social success of children at school. Includes a detailed description of the group counseling…

Interviews with a random sample of 270 students and a selected sample of 52 key informants showed students were more willing to use self-help groups than key informants predicted. Students were especially willing to use self-help groups for difficulties such as physical handicaps but not for relationship issues. (RJM)

Examines the effects of a multi-component, structured group intervention on the academic achievement of 78 male and 71 female students on academic probation. Students participating in the intervention were removed from probation status at significantly higher rates and achieved significantly higher grade point averages and credit completion ratios…

Presents the student's perspective of teaching group leadership skills. Addresses issues regarding experiential components of training, wellness, and mentoring. (Author/KW)

A study investigated the effects of an intensive group counseling workshop on 155 low-achieving high school students (in grades 10 through 12) considered to be at high risk of dropping out. Results indicate that the intervention was unsuccessful due to intra-group bonding that led to alienation from school activities. (TJH)

Updates earlier research on various aspects of training group counselors and compares the training practices of counselor educators possessing combined professional memberships in the Association for Counselor Education and Supervision (ACES) and ASGW with those who do not, through reporting results of a national survey. The implications for…

Measures the degree to which group guidance and small group counseling generated positive change in the social acceptance and self-esteem of normal and socially inefficacious adolescents. Both methods enhanced the social acceptability of the adolescents, with partial gains recorded in self-esteem. Recommends a combination of both methods. (RJM)

Describes a pilot group developed to address the traumagenic stigmatization, powerlessness, betrayal, and sexualization that characterize victims of sexual abuse. Treatment modules developed within this framework focused on: group cohesiveness, discussion of specific abuse experiences, coping strategies, sexuality, victimization prevention, and…

This article on the integral nature of guidance and counseling among services provided to gifted students focuses on: curriculum modification to promote self-realization; use of parent education programs and group counseling; and discussion of gifted females, culturally diverse gifted children, and gifted children with disabilities. (Author/JDD)

This article addresses the rapid increase in single father households in the United States. Examines the concerns and counseling needs of single fathers and offers the rationale behind group counseling as a preferred method of treatment for such fathers. Also discussed are components of a psychoeducational group approach. (RJM)

Examined attendance problems in a group treatment program for test anxiety at a college counseling services program. Analyzed data collected over 13 years from 736 students. Found that shortening the program from 1.5 days to a single day and instituting a $5 deposit against attendance significantly reduced attendance problems. (Author/PVV)

This study compared the effectiveness of both individual/dyadic/family therapy (IDF) and group therapy with 41 children (aged 6-17 years) who had been abused sexually. Globally, children in the IDF group showed improvement in their psychological state. Children in group therapy demonstrated deterioration in some aspects of their mental health, but…

Explores two important research directions in career counseling: making career counseling theory useful for more clients, and emphasizing the role of contextual factors in shaping career development. Focuses on existing and emerging theories, individual and group counseling skills, individual and group assessment, career information, diverse…

Walk and Talk Experiences combine challenging outdoor experiences, group living, and opportunities for reflection and discussion to promote self-exploration and personal development. The British program has served various client groups, such as adolescents and people with disabilities or special needs. Activities on several weekends are described.…