This book illuminates the causes of severe adolescent behavioral problems and presents a research-based, 15-step model for helping families bring about meaningful change. Incorporating structural and strategic principles, the author's cohesive approach focuses on setting clear rules and consequences; changing the mood and direction of confrontations; neutralizing such problem behaviors as disrespect, truancy, running away, violence, and threats of suicide; and restoring positive, nurturing family relationships. Special treatment issues covered include adolescent substance abuse and managing problems that arise in single-parent and divorced families, as well as ways to collaborate effectively with outside systems. Featuring a wealth of illustrative case examples, this is an indispensable clinical guidebook and text.
Treating the Tough Adolescent: A Family-Based, Step-by-Step Guide
Brand: The Guilford Press
$22.90 - $50.88
- UPC:
- 9781572304222
- Maximum Purchase:
- 3 units
- Binding:
- Hardcover
- Publication Date:
- 1998-10-19
- Author:
- Scott P. Sells
- Language:
- english
- Edition:
- 1