This study evaluates the effectiveness of including sixth graders as an integral part of a behavior modification program designed to reduce the frequency of disruptive classroom behavior exhibited by third graders. It was hypothesized that this cross-age program would have positive impact on the younger subjects as well as on the sixth grade…

This study evaluated a five-session group communication skills program involving six dating or engaged university student couples. Participants increased their knowledge about communication significantly, and also increased the amount of self-disclosure to partners. Subjects' evaluations indicated that the program, especially the uses of video…

Presents a simulation exercise, oriented to supervisory safety training, suitable for use in the modification of workers' behaviors. (Author/RK)

A short-term camping program promoted significant gains in behavior and in academic adjustment for children with social and school problems. Followup work was found essential to sustain the progress. (ST)

The group therapy techniques described were designed on a behavior-contracting model and combine activities and verbal communication in a program to control behavior and enhance personal relationships. (ST)

The study demonstrated that teacher verbal disapproval can function as a positive social reinforcement for student inappropriate behavior. Thus, student behaviors thought to be punished are instead maintained or increased. A more appropriate method of dealing with misbehavior is presented. (ST)

The three groups were: (1) group counseling; (2) classroom restructuring; and (3) vocational information. The latter produced the greatest change among boys in their leadership and outdoor interests, while, for girls, it produced changes in how their peers rated their leadership skills. Actual changes seemed greater in girls than in boys. (Author)

This paper discusses the importance of incorporating the parents of the child with behavior problems into the treatment process by teaching them behavior modification principles. Trained parents augment the likelihood of producing long-lasting positive effects in their children and of extending their influence to other current as well as future…

Article reports on efforts to evaluate and to document behavioral changes which occur in nursing practice and on efforts to determine the effect of continuing education on patient care. (GB)

This paper discusses the phenomenon of elective mutism as a learned response and presents some techniques whereby speech can be elicited from the electively mute child. (Author)

Reports some of the interesting changes that have occurred since the introduction of Physical Science Study Committee (PSSC) in Victorian schools (Australia). The study indicated that, over a four year period, there have been changes in teachers' views about the physics course based on PSSC and in the teaching practices employed. (JR)

This description of the various aspects of the Devereux Parent Program is intended for use as a possible model for public and other private schools. (Author)