The scientific study and clinical applications of social skills of children and adolescents have become important and well-established endeavours in the behavioural sciences, educational, and human services arenas during the past two decades. Part of the reason for the increasing prominence of these applications is that the field has finally matured to the point where there is now an expansive literature base, making it possible to identify the most important scientific and applied components. In addition, the surge of interest and popularity in this area is an outgrowth of the increasing recognition of the critical importance of social-emotional development to individuals and society in general. Although many books and other professional materials on the social competence of children and adolescents are presently available, the knowledge regarding these social skills is expanding rapidly, and there is a tremendous need to keep it current. This book helps meet this demand by synthesizing a great deal of recent work in the field. It also bridges the gap that sometimes exists between research and practice. For instance, some books on child and adolescent social skills are clearly written for the academician or researcher, and may have little apparent application for the clinician or practitioner. Other materials are written as practical assessment or intervention guides for the clinician/practitioner, yet sometimes lack supporting evidence and rationale. This book is aimed at both arenas. The authors provide a foundation of scientific knowledge that is written in a manner accessible to non-scientists and provides practical implications and examples for educational and clinical practice. It is divided into two parts - the first features a foundation for conceptualizing and assessing child and adolescent social skills, whereas the second focuses on the arena of intervention.

Social Skills of Children and Adolescents: Conceptualization, Assessment, Treatment

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Merrell, Kenneth W.

Gimpel Peacock, Gretchen

Psychology & Counseling

Lawrence Erlbaum Assoc Inc

Presenting interventions that are practical, effective, and easy to implement in educational and clinical settings, this book addresses the most frequently encountered emotional and behavioral problems in 3- to 6-year-olds. Strategies for collaborating with parents are emphasized. Practitioners are taken step by step through assessing and treating conduct problems, anxiety and other internalizing problems, and everyday concerns involving toileting, eating, and sleep. User-friendly features include 36 reproducible parent handouts, assessment forms, and other clinical tools; the print book has a large-size format with lay-flat binding for easy photocopying. Purchasers get access to a Web page where they can download and print the reproducible materials. This book is in The Guilford Practical Intervention in the Schools Series, edited by T. Chris Riley-Tillman. New to This Edition *Reflects over a decade of research advances, plus new assessments and interventions. *Updated for DSM-5. *Chapter on intervention within a multi-tiered system of support (MTSS). *Chapter on referral procedures for complex problems. *Mindfulness techniques for both parents and children. *Cutting-edge ways to use acceptance and commitment therapy principles and motivational interviewing with parents. *23 new or revised reproducible tools.

Emotional and Behavioral Problems of Young Children: Effective Interventions in the Preschool and Kindergarten Years (The Guilford Practical Intervention in the Schools Series)

Holland, Melissa L.

Hawks, Jessica

Mental Health

The Guilford Press

Now in a revised and updated third edition reflecting a decade of changes in the field, this leading text prepares new practitioners to support all students' academic, behavioral, and social-emotional success. The multiple roles and functions of the school psychologist are described and illustrated with vivid vignettes. Readers gain vital skills for planning and implementing evidence-based prevention and intervention efforts and collaborating to facilitate systems change. Guided by a problem-solving perspective, the book provides tools for effective, culturally responsive practice in today's diverse schools. End-of-chapter discussion questions and activities enhance learning. &nbsp; New to This Edition *Incorporates key advances in evidence-based assessment, intervention, and multi-tiered systems of support. *Increased attention to supporting the growing numbers of culturally and linguistically diverse students in schools. *Addresses changes in school psychology training programs and professional standards. *New emphasis on implementation science. &nbsp;

School Psychology for the 21st Century: Foundations and Practices

Politics & Social Sciences

Ervin, Ruth A.

Renshaw, Tyler

Social Sciences

This indispensable book provides hands-on tools and resources for addressing common emotional and behavioral problems in preschool and kindergarten-age children. The focus is on evidence-based interventions that are practical and effective, and that help prevent the development of more serious difficulties later on. The clinician is taken step by step through managing everything from toileting, eating, and sleep problems to externalizing disorders, internalizing disorders, and the effects of physical or sexual abuse. A variety of assessment methods are demonstrated and guidelines provided for planning and implementing a range of home- and school-based interventions. Conveniently designed in a large-size format for ease of photocopying, the volume contains over 30 reproducible parent handouts and other clinical tools. This book is in The Guilford Practical Intervention in the Schools Series.

Emotional and Behavioral Problems of Young Children: Effective Interventions in the Preschool and Kindergarten Years

This engaging, authoritative introductory text comprehensively describes the role of the school psychologist in promoting positive educational and mental health outcomes for all students in today's schools. The book emphasizes a data-driven, problem-solving-based approach to prevention and intervention with diverse children, youth, and their families. The reader is equipped with vital tools for becoming a competent, ethical practitioner; effectively addressing students' emotional, behavioral, and academic needs; facilitating systems-level change; and using research as the basis for informed decision making. Special features include helpful vignettes, discussion questions, activities, and resources.

A leading introductory text, this authoritative volume comprehensively describes the school psychologist's role in promoting positive academic, behavioral, and emotional outcomes for all students. The book emphasizes a problem-solving-based, data-driven approach to practice in today's diverse schools. It grounds the reader in the concepts and tools needed to become a competent, ethical practitioner; implement and evaluate multi-tiered interventions; and facilitate systems-level change. Useful pedagogical features include illustrative vignettes and end-of-chapter discussion questions and activities. New to This Edition*Incorporates up-to-date research findings and professional standards.*Expanded coverage of response to intervention, cultural and linguistic diversity issues, and evidence-based practice in mental health.*Chapter on legal issues includes expanded coverage of IDEIA and other recent federal mandates.

School Psychology for the 21st Century, Second Edition: Foundations and Practices

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Social Skills of Children and Adolescents: Conceptualization, Assessment, Treatment

Emotional and Behavioral Problems of Young Children: Effective Interventions in the Preschool and Kindergarten Years (The Guilford Practical Intervention in the Schools Series)

School Psychology for the 21st Century: Foundations and Practices

Emotional and Behavioral Problems of Young Children: Effective Interventions in the Preschool and Kindergarten Years

School Psychology for the 21st Century: Foundations and Practices

School Psychology for the 21st Century, Second Edition: Foundations and Practices