Overview

This text presents diagnostic, assessment, and educational applications for children and youth with emotional and behavioral disorders through five theoretical models, clearly linking the theories to practice.   The theme of this text remains an ecological/systems perspective of emotional and behavioral disorders in children and youth, reflected in the examples used and the references cited.

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Author:   Jo Webber ,  Cynthia A. Plotts ,  Jo Webber
Publisher:   Pearson Education (US)
Imprint:   Pearson
Edition:   5th edition
Dimensions:   Width: 18.10cm , Height: 2.30cm , Length: 23.70cm
Weight:   0.850kg
ISBN:  

9780205410668

ISBN 10:   0205410669
Pages:   480
Publication Date:   07 June 2007
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Out of Print
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Preface xv Contributors xvii Chapter 1 Definition and characteristics Questions to Consider Orientation Overview Defining Emotional/Behavioral Disorders Factors Influencing Concepts of Deviance Sociological Parameters of Behavior Concomitant Disorders Defining and Classifying Emotional/Behavioral Disorders A Conceptual Framework of EBD Characteristics Dimensions of Emotional/Behavioral Disorders Demographics Social ad Behavioral Characteristics Intellectual and Academic Functioning Language Characteristics School Outcomes Teacher Characteristics Prevalence Conclusions Key Points Homework Questions Additional Readings and Resources Chapter 2 A Historical Perspective Questions to Consider Orientation Overview Ancient Views: Greeks and Romans Early Middle Ages to the 1600s (Segregation Phase) 1700s to 1800s (Transition Phase) Early 1900s (Service Phase) Mid-1900s Research and Emergence of Model Programs National Trends 1960 to 1980 Model Programs and Research Legislation and Litigation 1980s to 1990's Political Climate and Legislation 2000 to Present Political Trends and Legislation Status of Services for Students with EBD Model Programs Interagency Collaboration Conclusions Key Points Homework Questions Additional Readings and Resources Chapter 3 Identification and Assessment Questions to Consider Orientation Overview Federal Law Definition Procedural Requirements Under IDEA Comorbidity of Other Disorders with Emotional/Behavioral Disorders National Association of School Psychologists Guidelines Assessment Procedures Prereferral Interventions Tests and Techniques for Assessment of Emotional/Behavioral Disorders Systematic Screening for Emotional/Behavioral Disorders Role of the Special Education Teacher in Identification Linking Assessment to Intervention Multicultural Considerations Conclusions Key Points Homework Questions Additional Readings and Resources Chapter 4 Biophysical Model Questions to Consider Orientation Overview Definition and Basic View Etiology and Development of Disordered Behavior Typical Evaluation Procedures Educational Applications Summary Conclusions Key Points Homework Additional Readings and Resources Chapter 5 Psychodynamic Model Questions to Consider Orientation Overview Definition and Basic View Etiology and Development of Disordered Behavior The Psychodynamic Goal: Healthy Development Typical Evaluation Procedures Educational Applications Summary Conclusions Key Points Homework Questions Additional Readings and Resources Chapter 6 Cognitive Model Questions to Consider Orientation Overview Definition and Basic View Etiology and Development of Disordered Behavior Short-term Cognitive Processes Long-term Cognitive Processes Cognitive Interventions Cognitive Evaluation Procedures Questionnaires Educational Applications Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy Interpersonal Problem Solving Self-management or Self-regulation Additional Cognitive Strategies Summary Conclusions Key Points Homework Questions Additional Readings and Resources Chapter 7 Behavioral Model Questions to Consider Orientation Overview Definition and Basic View Etiology and Development of Disordered Behavior Typical Evaluation Procedures Educational Applications Behavior Management and Behavioral Principles Summary Conclusions Key Points Homework Questions Additional Readings and Resources Chapter 8 Ecological/Systems Model Questions to Consider Orientation Overview Definition and Basic View Etiology and Development of Disordered Behavior Typical Evaluation Procedures Ecological/Systems Units and Their Educational Applications Systems of Care: The Child and Adolescent Service system Program Summary Conclusions Key Points Homework Questions Additional Readings and Resources Chapter 9 Internalizing Disorders Questions to Consider Orientation Overview A Developmental Framework for Internalizing Disorders Depression Definition and Prevalence Characteristics and Symptoms Related Conditions Etiology and Development Predisposing Factors Intervention and Treatment Implications for Teachers Anxiety Disorders Prevalence Etiology of Anxious and Fearful Behavior Separation Anxiety Disorder Fears and Specific Phobias School-related Fears and Phobias School Phobia versus Separation Anxiety Disorder Generalized Anxiety Disorder Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Panic Disorder Comorbidity Implications for Teachers Conclusions Key Points Homework Questions Additional Readings and Resources Chapter 10 Externalizing Disorders Questions to Consider Orientation Overview Attention-deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Definition and Prevalence Characteristics and Symptoms Assessment Procedures Etiology and Development Intervention and Treatment Conduct Disorders and Aggression Definition and Prevalence Etiology Intervention and Treatment Conclusions Key Points Homework Questions Additional Readings and Resources Chapter 11 Adolescence Questions to Consider Orientation Overview Defining Adolescence and Emotional/Behavioral Disorders in Adolescence Developmental Changes The Adolescent with Emotional/Behavioral Disorders Dealing with Adolescent Issues in the Schools Dropping Out Sex-related Problems Sex Education Social Rejection Substance Abuse Substance Abuse Education Gangs, Delinquency, and the Juvenile Offender with Emotional/Behavioral Disorders Self-Destructive Behavior Troubled Girls Interventions for Adolescents with Emotional/Behavioral Disorders Transition Planning Behavioral Interventions Counseling Techniques and Classroom Groups Conclusions Key Points Homework Questions Additional Readings and Resources Chapter 12 Special Issues In the Schools Questions to Consider Orientation Overview Youth Violence Positive Behavioral Intervention and Supports Academic Instruction and Students with EBD Inclusion Conclusions Key Points Homework Questions Additional Readings References Index

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In all, the authors have produced an excellent introductory text that provides an excellent introductory text that provides a knowledge base for beginning teachers. --Sarup R. Mathur, Arizona State University

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