Cognitive-behavioral-expressive interventions with aggressive and resistant youths.

Area of Science:

• Developmental Psychology
• Clinical Psychology
• Behavioral Science

Background:

• Aggressive behavior in youth is often linked to early childhood abuse and persists into adulthood.
• Existing models for predicting violent behavior and managing anger provide a foundation for intervention.
• Developmental theories from Piaget and Erikson inform an understanding of youth aggression.

Purpose of the Study:

• To present an integrated treatment program for aggressive youths.
• To reduce dysfunctional cognitive, affective, behavioral, and problem-solving patterns.
• To address interventions for involuntary and resistant clients.

Main Methods:

• Modification of Monahan's [1981] violence prediction model.
• Integration of Novaco's [1985] anger management techniques.
• Incorporation of developmental models from Piaget [1963] and Erikson [1959].
• Utilizing a combination of cognitive, behavioral, and expressive therapies.

Main Results:

• The integrated program targets key dysfunctional patterns in aggressive youth.
• The approach is designed to be adaptable for involuntary and resistant client populations.
• Focus on reducing maladaptive cognitive, emotional, and behavioral responses.

Conclusions:

• An integrated therapeutic approach can effectively address complex patterns of youth aggression.
• Interventions must consider developmental stages and incorporate diverse therapeutic modalities.
• Strategies for engaging resistant clients are crucial for successful treatment outcomes.