ADAPT: Advancing Decision Making and Problem Solving for Teens
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| Title: | ADAPT: Advancing Decision Making and Problem Solving for Teens |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Burrow-Sanchez, Jason |
| Source: | Ancora Publishing. 2013. |
| Availability: | Ancora Publishing. 21 West 6th Avenue, Eugene, OR 97401. Tel: 866-542-1490; Fax: 541-345-1507; e-mail: info@ancorapublishing.com; Web site: https://www.ancorapublishing.com/ |
| Peer Reviewed: | N |
| Page Count: | 232 |
| Publication Date: | 2013 |
| Intended Audience: | Teachers; Counselors |
| Document Type: | Book Non-Print Media Guides - Classroom - Teacher |
| Education Level: | Junior High Schools Middle Schools Secondary Education High Schools |
| Descriptors: | Decision Making, Problem Solving, Adolescents, Middle School Students, High School Students, At Risk Students, Substance Abuse, Aggression, Truancy, Low Achievement, Depression (Psychology), Resilience (Psychology), Communication Skills, Self Control, Intervention, Behavior Modification, Role Playing, Skill Development, Program Effectiveness, Self Esteem |
| Abstract: | ADAPT (Advancing Decision Making and Problem Solving for Teens) is a small-group intervention for middle and high school students who are at risk for substance use, aggression, truancy, poor school performance, and depressive moods. The ADAPT program's 12 sessions teach fundamental skills such as: (1) Effective problem solving; (2) Decision making; (3) Refusing drugs; (4) Effective communication; and (5) Anger management. Students practice using strategies in the context of issues they are experiencing. Sessions include guided practice in and out of school with strategies such as: behavioral mapping, identifying triggers, role-playing, and practicing skills in context. A school professional facilitates sessions, which last from 45 to 60 minutes. We encourage facilitators to customize sessions to fit the needs of their school settings. ADAPT includes in-session worksheets, homework assignments, and other tools for group facilitators. Where appropriate, forms can be modified with school- or community-specific information. Results: Field-testing showed reductions in depressive symptoms, increases in self-esteem, and good rates of abstinence for substance use. [This book includes a CD (42 pp. fillable forms, 1 Excel spreadsheet).] |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2020 |
| Access URL: | https://ancorapublishing.com/product/adapt/ |
| Accession Number: | ED604768 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | ADAPT (Advancing Decision Making and Problem Solving for Teens) is a small-group intervention for middle and high school students who are at risk for substance use, aggression, truancy, poor school performance, and depressive moods. The ADAPT program's 12 sessions teach fundamental skills such as: (1) Effective problem solving; (2) Decision making; (3) Refusing drugs; (4) Effective communication; and (5) Anger management. Students practice using strategies in the context of issues they are experiencing. Sessions include guided practice in and out of school with strategies such as: behavioral mapping, identifying triggers, role-playing, and practicing skills in context. A school professional facilitates sessions, which last from 45 to 60 minutes. We encourage facilitators to customize sessions to fit the needs of their school settings. ADAPT includes in-session worksheets, homework assignments, and other tools for group facilitators. Where appropriate, forms can be modified with school- or community-specific information. Results: Field-testing showed reductions in depressive symptoms, increases in self-esteem, and good rates of abstinence for substance use. [This book includes a CD (42 pp. fillable forms, 1 Excel spreadsheet).] |
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