Treating
the Tough Adolescent
A Family-Based, Step-by-Step Guide
Scott P. Sells
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This book illuminates the causes of severe adolescent behavioral problems and presents a
research-based 15-step model for helping families bring about real, lasting 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 relationships among
family members. Special treatment issues covered include working with single-parent
families, outside systems (peers, school, probation officers), divorce and stepfamily
problems, and substance misuse. A wealth of real-life case examples and concrete
troubleshooting tips, along with handy reproducible materials, facilitate the program's
implementation in a range of clinical settings.
Pages: 309
Publication Date: October 1998
ORDER CODE: GP0422B
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