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Attitudes Regarding Gang Affiliation Of Select Adolescent Boys Residing In Group Homes, Gina Michelle Aguirre
Attitudes Regarding Gang Affiliation Of Select Adolescent Boys Residing In Group Homes, Gina Michelle Aguirre
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This study contains a program evaluation of a four week series of group sessions, involving a variety of group activites, including role plays, exposure to a former gang member, and group dialogues on a variety of topics, to determine whether the program caused a change in the attitudes of adolescent males residing in group homes regarding gang affiliation. The research utilized a convenience sample, utilizing male residents of Fields Comprehensive Group Homes, between the ages of 15 and 18, residing at one of two affiliated locations. Each location housed six adolescent boys. One group home was randomly selected as the …
The Application Of Choice Theory: A Social Work Perspective, Dolores Mast Martinez
The Application Of Choice Theory: A Social Work Perspective, Dolores Mast Martinez
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The purpose of this study is to explore the application of choice theory as an effective form of therapy for populations that include the troubled youth. Choice Theory was innovated by renowned psychiatrist, Dr. William Glasser, in 1998, and in part, helps to promote an individual's positive self concept and self esteem. Glasser believes that success in our schools depends upon the student having a positive self concept.