This paper begins by defining biofeedback and describing some of the major biofeedback machines. An historical perspective is provided of research literature on the relationship of biofeedback and learning. Biofeedback and relaxation are discussed and research is cited for the use of biofeedback techniques in relaxation training with children. Two…

This study examined changes in behavior as a result of intensive workshop activity that trained supervisors to apply clinical supervision skills in their supervision of student teachers. Workshops in clinical supervision attempt to foster a "freeing," less "direct" approach in supervisory behavior by establishing a collegial…

Written to help couples prepare for parenthood and to improve the effectiveness of parents, this book provides extensive guidelines and background information for accomplishing the basic tasks of parenting. Chapter One depicts parenting as a process, delineates parents' tasks and describes how parents learn to be parents. Based on Erikson's theory…

Several years ago the Virginia Department of Education provided grants to local school districts for several pilot programs addressing the problem of truancy and disruptive behavior by students. Six promising programs selected from these pilot projects, and eight additional programs not originally funded through the Virginia grants, were examined…

The most critical problems faced by widowers include: (1) dealing with the emotional stress of grief and loneliness; (2) re-establishing identity as a single man; (3) recognizing emotional needs; and (4) coping with the stress of role transition. Unlike the widow, the widower goes through the grieving process alone; he needs help in developing…

The Nevada Teachers' Resource Kit (NTRK) is a collection of information useful for regular and special educators organized into nine modules. Most modules include a statement of purpose, an explanation of the internal organization of the module, exercise and practice pages, summary and review pages, and a listing of additional readings. Modules…

A group approach to dealing with stress is the basis for a series of workshops outlined in this paper. The stress management program materials, especially suitable for those in the helping professions, identifies the nature and causes of stress, and uses group supports to target and work to change counter-productive stress-related behaviors. The…

The following premises formed the basis for this research: (1) a child's social and intellectual development are closely related; (2) the classroom teacher has a tremendous influence on the social as well as the academic growth of children; and (3) the school counselor may facilitate children's academic and social growth through consultations with…

Two theoretical schools have emerged within the field of communication focusing on the alleviation of dysfunctional communications such as speech anxiety, communication apprehension, and speech reticence. The communication anxiety-behavior therapy school regards excessive anxiety to be a primary factor in dysfunctional communication. This school…

The background, organization, and operation of the Alaska Psychiatric Institute (API), a residential program for behavior disordered and emotionally disturbed children and adolescents, are described. Components of the educational program at API, including academic and social assessment, individual education plans, and elementary and secondary…

The implementation of a drug treatment center in a prison environment is described. Such topics as the program initiation, selection of residents, early program operation are discussed. Program activities such as regular group counseling and rational therapy were developed to assist residents in the resolution of personal problems and interactions…

This curriculum guide describes and gives procedures for implementing the Comp Curriculum, which is composed of objectives categorized by age (birth to 5) and domains of developmental tasks (communication, self care, motor and problem solving), for handicapped and nonhandicapped children. (The objectives themselves are listed in a separate…

A well-designed curriculum depends on clearly specified objectives. An abuse-avoidance technique can be used to write these objectives. The Air University, charged with building professional competence of officers and airmen, has to determine educational requirements. The curriculum, based on these requirements, usually consists of broadly worded…

Stress management training contributes to weight loss, maintenance of weight loss and improved social and occupational functioning in obese women. Data from the Beck Depression Inventory and the Assertiveness Questionnaire indicate that obese persons have poor self-concepts which result in depression which is inversely related to assertiveness.…

An evaluation instrument (BRIAAC) for assessing untestable children is described. The observational tool is said to be particularly appropriate for autistic and other severely withdrawn children. The BRIAAC assesses level of present function and measures behavior changes in the following areas: relationship with an adult (physically and…