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Activity group counseling for learning-disabled children with behavior problems.

E McKibbin, J King

    The American Journal of Occupational Therapy : Official Publication of the American Occupational Therapy Association
    |September 1, 1983
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    This study shows that an activity group approach effectively helps latency-age learning-disabled children manage oppositional behavior. The intervention improved peer relations, cooperation, and impulse control in young boys with learning disabilities.

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    Area of Science:

    • Child Psychology
    • Occupational Therapy
    • Special Education

    Background:

    • Oppositional behavior is a significant challenge for educators and parents of latency-age learning-disabled children.
    • Pre-adolescent boys often struggle with group cooperation, peer relations, task persistence, and understanding consequences.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To provide a rationale for group treatment of learning-disabled children with behavioral issues.
    • To describe the development and initial outcomes of an activity group counseling approach.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilized Gazda's developmental model for group counseling.
    • Implemented an activity group approach for learning-disabled children with behavior problems.
    • Collected data on behavioral changes and feedback from parents and teachers.

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    Main Results:

    • Group members demonstrated enhanced peer and sibling relationships.
    • Participants exhibited more mature, cooperative behavior, and improved impulse control.
    • Children showed increased verbal expression of anger, and positive feedback was received from parents and teachers.

    Conclusions:

    • The activity group approach is a viable and effective method for addressing behavioral challenges in learning-disabled children.
    • Group counseling facilitates improved social skills, emotional regulation, and behavioral outcomes.
    • Positive results suggest the utility of this intervention for occupational therapists, teachers, and parents.