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 Research Findings, Theory, and Methods
A Social Learning Approach, Volume
2: OBSERVATION IN HOME SETTINGS
by John B. Reid, Ph.D., Editor.
This book provides an in-depth look at the
Family Interaction Coding System (FICS), a sophisticated assessment instrument
used to record interactions between family members. This coding system enables
researchers and family therapists to monitor clinical cases, systematically
assess the outcome of family intervention programs, and build a data base
for studying aggressive and out-of-control behaviors exhibited by children.
(Publisher: Castalia Publishing Company, Eugene, OR. Date: 1978)
A Social
Learning Approach, Volume 3: COERCIVE FAMILY PROCESS
by Gerald R. Patterson,
Ph.D.
This book systematically reviews the empirical data and clinical observations
underlying Dr. Patterson's widely acclaimed coercion theory. The theory is
a performance model of aggressive and antisocial behavior in children, with
profound implications for research and clinical intervention strategies.
Coercion theory provides a conceptual framework for describing the processes
that disrupt families and contribute to child adjustment problems. Also examined
in detail is the role of aversive events as determinants of antisocial behavior.
An important resource for practitioners, educators, and researchers who want
to stay abreast of new developments in the field. (Publisher: Castalia Publishing
Company, Eugene, OR. Date: 1982)
A Social Interactional Approach, Volume 4:
ANTISOCIAL BOYS
by Gerald R. Patterson, Ph.D., John B. Reid, Ph.D. and Thomas
J. Dishion, Ph.D.
Antisocial Boys advances the theory presented in Volume
3: Coercive Family Process. It describes the models of antisocial behavior
and delinquency that have been developed by Dr. Patterson and colleagues
based on the findings from their longitudinal study. Relevant studies of
other investigators are also reviewed. The relationship among the variables
that contribute to children's antisocial behavior and delinquency are thoroughly
examined, including peer rejection, parent behavior, social disadvantage,
academic failure, and involvement in the deviant peer group. The theoretical
formulation organizes these variables into a single meaningful pattern, and
provides a solid empirical base for designing effective prevention programs
and clinical intervention strategies for children and youth with severe conduct
disorders. (Publisher: Castalia Publishing Company, Eugene, OR. Date: 1992)
ANTISOCIAL
BEHAVIOR IN CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS: A developmental analysis and model
for intervention
by John B. Reid, Ph.D., Gerald R. Patterson, Ph.D., and Jim
Snyder, Ph.D. (Editors)
Modern theories of child development say that, to
understand aggressive behavior, we must look within the child. This volume
says otherwise: to change aggressive behavior, we must change the environment
in which the child lives. Antisocial Behavior in Children
and Adolescents discusses empirically proven approaches to reducing
the occurrence and severity of antisocial behavior, beginning in the earliest
years of childhood. Written for an audience of applied researchers, clinical
practitioners, community activists, and policy makers, this edited volume
summarizes ongoing work at the Oregon Social Learning Center. Using coercion
theory as an organizing framework, the book distills over 30 years of thinking
and research at OSLC. Antisocial behavior is seen as progressing from dysfunctional
parent-toddler interactions to similar interactions with teachers, peers,
and others in the child's environment. The contributors make a powerful argument
for an approach that pinpoints the antecedents of antisocial behavior all
the way from toddlerhood through adolescence. This book will be of interest
to anyone concerned about the quantifiable losses associated with behaviors
such as violence and crime, incarceration, vocational failure, substance
abuse, the use of emergency services, and irresponsible sexual conduct.
(Publisher: American Psychological Association, Washington, D.C. Date: 2002)
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Intervention
Techniques
A Social Learning Approach, Volume 1: FAMILIES WITH AGGRESSIVE
CHILDREN
by Gerald R. Patterson, Ph.D., John B. Reid, Ph.D., Richard Jones,
Ph.D., and Robert Conger, Ph.D.
This manual describes a research-based treatment
program for children with conduct problems. Step-by-step guidelines are presented
for conducting therapy sessions and teaching parents effective family management
skills. Families with Aggressive Children provides a useful perspective on
family intervention strategies. (Publisher: Castalia Publishing Company,
Eugene, OR. Date: 1975)
Success Intervention Series: SUCCESS USING CONTINGENCIES
TO CREATE EFFECTIVE SOCIAL SKILLS FOR ELEMENTARY STUDENTS
by Hill M. Walker,
Ph.D., Hyman Hops, Ph.D., and Charles R. Greenwood, Ph.D.
The four intervention
packages in the SUCCESS series have been researched extensively, and the
programs are quite successful in reducing negative child behaviors in the
school setting. CLASS (Contingencies for Learning Academic and Social Skills)
is a classroom management program for elementary students with acting-out
behavior. RECESS (Reprogramming Environmental Contingencies for Effective
Social Skills) is a program that targets child "bullying" behavior
on the playground. PEERS (Procedures for Establishing Effective Relationship
Skills) is a program that targets elementary students with socially withdrawn
behavior. Finally, PASS (Program for Academic Survival Skills) is a behavior
management system for disruptive elementary classrooms. (Publisher: Educational
Achievement Systems, Inc., Seattle, WA. Date: Originally developed in the
1970's.)
A Social Interactional Approach, Volume 5: FAMILY CONNECTIONS: A
TREATMENT FOSTER CARE MODEL FOR DELINQUENT YOUTH
by Patricia Chamberlain,
Ph.D.
This book details the Multidimensional Treatment Foster Care (MTFC) program,
designed for youths with a history of chronic delinquency who are at risk
for placement in state training schools. In the program, a youth is placed
with two trained and supervised foster parents for 6 to 12 months, and the
youth's parents participate in family therapy. Toward the end of the child's
stay in foster care, the youth and his or her parents participate in family
therapy together. To date, outcome data indicate the program is an extremely
promising intervention for this clinical population. (Publisher: Northwest
Media Phone, (800)777-6636. Date:1994)
THE ACTING OUT CHILD: Coping With Classroom Disruption
by Hill M. Walker,
Ph.D.
This book is a synthesis of decades of practical and theoretical knowledge
about students who disrupt the school environment. The book offers teachers
strategies for managing and remediating disruptive behavior. Specifically,
this reference defines acting-out behavior in the school setting, describes
in detail effective techniques for handling these behaviors, and illustrates
practical interventions for teachers, counselors, consultants, and other
education professionals. (Publisher: Sopris West, Longmont, CO. Date: 1995)
ANTISOCIAL
BEHAVIOR IN SCHOOLS: Strategies and Best Practices
by Hill M. Walker, Ph.D.,
Geoff Colvin, Ph.D., and Elizabeth Ramsey, Ph.D.
This book reviews practical
strategies for preventing and remediating antisocial behavior in the school
setting. Strategies are presented to: design an optimally effective classroom
environment; establish a schoolwide discipline plan; manage teacher-student
interactions effectively; conduct social skills training for entire classrooms
of students; involve parents; identify students at risk for developing antisocial
behavior patterns; develop a pull-out intensive social skills instruction
program which includes "normal" peers;
prevent escalated hostile teacher-student confrontations; and improve the
antisocial student's social interactions, peer relations, and ability to
abide by playground rules. Suggestions are realistic and do not underplay
the difficulty or time that must be invested to make the interventions work.
Case studies are included. (Publisher: Brooks/Cole, Pacific Grove, CA. Date:
1995)
AGGRESSIVE AND DEFIANT BEHAVIOR: The Latest Assessment and Treatment
Strategies for the Conduct Disorders (2nd Edition)
by J. Mark Eddy, Ph.D.
This book reviews the scientific literature on the
conduct disorders and presents the information in an easy-to-access manner.
The development, prevalence, and prognosis for the conduct disorders are
discussed, as are the most scientifically-sound methods for assessing problem
behaviors. "Best practices" treatment
methods are detailed, and available treatment outcome data is discussed.
The final chapter reviews medications that are sometimes used to control
acting-out behaviors, including the stimulants. (Publisher: Compact Clinicals,
Kansas City, MO. Date: 2001).
TREATING CHRONIC JUVENILE OFFENDERS: ADVANCES
MADE THROUGH THE OREGON MULTIDIMENSIONAL TREATMENT FOSTER CARE MODEL
by Patricia
Chamberlain, Ph.D.
Treating Chronic Juvenile Offenders presents several promising
methods for treating chronic juvenile offenders proven to be effective in
reducing juvenile crime. The book features the Oregon Multidimensional Treatment
Foster Care Program, which has emerged as an intervention model for chronic
juvenile offenders who are already placed out of the home, typically incarcerated
in residential treatment facilities. Dr. Chamberlain presents and discusses
factors that are known to influence the onset and escalation of antisocial
behavior along with their implications for the design and implementation
of community-based programs. Dr. Chamberlain also describes variations of
the Multidimensional Treatment Foster Care Program for specific populations
such as girls and young children with behavioral disorders. Throughout the
book, the author draws on the rich history of research on the development
and treatment of antisocial behavior in children and adolescents that has
paved the way for the articulation of intervention models aimed at working
with some of societies most troublesome youngsters.
(Publisher: American Psychological Association, Washington, D.C. Date: 2003).
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Videotapes
for Parent Training
FOSTER AND ADOPTIVE CARE SITUATIONS
By Patricia Chamberlain, Ph.D.
Effective foster and adoptive parenting demands
experience and practice. This video presents ten realistic situations that
many foster and adoptive parents face. Vignettes dramatize typical behavior
problems, such as anger, stealing, bad manners, and inappropriate sexual
behavior. Trainers have the opportunity to pause the tape and discuss each
situation.
(Publisher: Northwest Media, Eugene, OR. Date: 1990)
GROWING OPPORTUNITIES,
A Social Learning Approach
by Kathryn Kavanagh, Ph.D., Janice Frey, and Dianna
Larsen
This video-based family enrichment course is a preventive program
for parents facing the normal challenges of raising children. Two different
versions are available: one for parents of preschool children (ages 2-5)
and another for parents of school-age children (ages 6-10). The basic skill
areas presented in each tape are the same, with relevant age-appropriate
techniques highlighted. Examples of parent-child interactions are used throughout
the tapes. The course covers three broad sets of parenting skills: Confidence
Building, Limit Setting, and Problem Solving. (Publisher: Northwest Family & School
Consultants and Northwest Media, Eugene, OR. Date: 1991. Tapes are available
from Northwest Media)
STUDY SKILLS FOR SUCCESS
by Marion Forgatch, Ph.D.
Many students have trouble developing the necessary
organizational skills and self-discipline required to successfully complete
homework assignments. Study Skills for Success is designed to engage the
student and his or her parents and teachers in a cooperative effort to get
the student back on track in school. The program is appropriate for use with
children in fifth grade through high school. (Publisher: Northwest Family & School
Consultants and Northwest Media, Eugene, OR. Date: 1991. Tapes are available
from Northwest Media)
OFF ROAD PARENTING
by Caesar Pacifici, Ph.D., Patricia Chamberlain, Ph.D.,
and Lee White
Whether you are raising foster, adopted or birth children, this
parenting approach will give you the tools and the techniques to help change
a child's undesirable, problem behavior. The practical handbook describes
in detail what you need to know; the DVD offers the opportunity to practice
what you've learned. This curriculum helps foster, adoptive, step or birth
parents: 1) Discover how disruptive behavior can be changed, whatever a child's
age; 2) Recognize "acting out" and "hidden" behaviors and know how to respond
to both; 3) Understand the nature of positive, effective discipline and how
to apply it using encouragement, behavior contracts, time out, setting limits
and removing privileges; 4) Practice using these tools by working with a
DVD portraying realistic family situations; 5) Know when to call for help
and where to get help; 6) Experience cooperation in the home -- and enjoy
being parents. (Publisher: Northwest Media, Eugene, OR. Date: 2002)
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