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Adams, Richard M. – Journal of School Health, 1979
This article briefly discusses the use of amphetamines in the treatment of hyperkinesis or minimal brain dysfunction. (JMF)
Descriptors: Attention Span, Behavior Problems, Children, Drug Therapy
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Meredith, R. L.; And Others – Journal of Clinical Psychology, 1980
Group behavioral social skills training was more effective than the control condition in increasing positive social behavior, attention to the transaction, and degree of empathy. It was also more effective in decreasing negative social skill behavior. (Author)
Descriptors: Attention Span, Empathy, Interpersonal Competence, Measures (Individuals)
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Williamson, Gary A.; And Others – Psychology in the Schools, 1980
A model of hyperkinesis is introduced based on an ecological conception. The antecedents of hyperkinetic behavior are provided by a child's family, academic, and physiologic environments. These factors influence cognitive processes of the child. Effective treatment is multimodal and can involve the child, family, and school. (Author)
Descriptors: Attention Span, Behavior Problems, Children, Educational Diagnosis