A model for school psychology practice: addressing the needs of students with emotional and behavioral challenges through the use of an in-school support room and reality therapy

Adolescence. 2004 Fall;39(155):503-17.

Abstract

This article describes a treatment approach for students with emotional and behavioral challenges. The approach involves conducting reality therapy in an in-school support room. Data from this pilot study indicate that the treatment assists in developing more effective choices and in turn promotes cognitive and behavioral change in most students, while reducing the number of disciplinary actions for these students.

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity / therapy
  • Attention Deficit and Disruptive Behavior Disorders / therapy*
  • California
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Mental Health Services* / organization & administration
  • Pilot Projects
  • Reality Therapy*
  • School Health Services* / organization & administration