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Program Evaluation of the "PREPaRE" School Crisis Prevention and Intervention Training Curriculum
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Nickerson, Amanda B.; Serwacki, Michelle L.; Brock, Stephen E.; Savage, Todd A.; Woitaszewski, Scott A.; Louvar Reeves, Melissa A. – Psychology in the Schools, 2014
This study details a program evaluation of the "PREPaRE School Crisis Prevention and Intervention Training Curriculum" ("PREPaRE"), conducted in the United States and Canada between 2009 and 2011. Significant improvements in crisis prevention and intervention attitudes and knowledge were shown among 875 "Crisis Prevention…
Descriptors: Program Evaluation, Prevention, Crisis Intervention, Crisis Management
Personal and Systems-Level Factors that Limit and Facilitate School Psychologists' Involvement in School-Based Mental Health Services
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Suldo, Shannon M.; Friedrich, Allison; Michalowski, Jessica – Psychology in the Schools, 2010
The common path through which youth with mental health problems actually receive treatment is the education system. The current study used qualitative methodology to explore why school psychologists are not providing the level of mental health services that children need, leaders in the field call for, and practitioners desire. Thirty-nine school…
Descriptors: Health Services, Campuses, Crisis Intervention, School Psychologists
Crisis Counseling: An Overview
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Sandoval, Jonathan; Scott, Amy Nicole; Padilla, Irene – Psychology in the Schools, 2009
Psychologists working in schools are often the first contacts for children experiencing a potentially traumatizing event or change in status. This article reviews basic concepts in crisis counseling and describes the components of psychological first aid. This form of counseling must be developmentally and culturally appropriate as well as…
Descriptors: First Aid, Crisis Intervention, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, School Psychologists
Crisis Response in the Public Schools: A Survey of School Psychologists' Experiences and Perceptions
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Adamson, Austin D.; Peacock, Gretchen Gimpel – Psychology in the Schools, 2007
In this study, 228 school psychologists completed a survey regarding crisis intervention teams and plans. The majority of respondents indicated their schools had crisis plans (95.1%) and teams (83.6%). The most common team activities endorsed by participants involved providing direct assistance and services to students, staff, and the media. The…
Descriptors: School Psychologists, Crisis Management, Crisis Intervention, Public Schools
Social Validity of the Critical Incident Stress Management Model for School-Based Crisis Intervention
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Morrison, Julie Q. – Psychology in the Schools, 2007
The Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) model for crisis intervention was developed for use with emergency service personnel. Research regarding the use of the CISM model has been conducted among civilians and high-risk occupation groups with mixed results. The purpose of this study is to examine the social validity of the CISM model for…
Descriptors: Validity, Stress Management, Social Work, School Social Workers
Role Expansion in School Psychology: The Need for Primary and Secondary Prevention Services.
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Cheramie, Gail M.; Sutter, Emily G. – Psychology in the Schools, 1993
Surveyed 80 special education directors regarding functions of school psychologists. Results revealed that there was no single activity accounting for majority of school psychologist's time. Psychologists were rated as more effective in assessment, consulting, and crisis intervention. Activities rated as needing more involvement were counseling…
Descriptors: Consultants, Crisis Intervention, Evaluation, Role Perception
Crisis Intervention Teams in the Schools.
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Purvis, J. R.; And Others – Psychology in the Schools, 1991
Describes steps in establishing crisis intervention team in schools: determining goals, performing needs assessment, finding model programs, developing membership pool, developing training program, preparing and maintaining list of resources and plans for support services, establishing communication network, designating base of operations,…
Descriptors: Crisis Intervention, Elementary Secondary Education, Program Development, Program Implementation
School Psychology Services: Community-Based, First-Order Crisis Intervention during the Gulf War.
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Klingman, Avigdor – Psychology in the Schools, 1992
Examines the community-based mental health preventive measures undertaken by the school psychology services in response to the missile attacks on Israel during the Gulf War. Attempts to report and delineate the major assumptions and components of some of the key interventions. (Author/NB)
Descriptors: Community Services, Crisis Intervention, Foreign Countries, School Psychologists
Crisis Prevention and Intervention: A Survey of School Psychologists
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Nickerson, Amanda B.; Zhe, Elizabeth J. – Psychology in the Schools, 2004
A random sample of 197 practicing school psychologists who were members of the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) completed a survey questionnaire on experiences and perceptions with regard to school crisis preparedness, prevention, and intervention. Respondents indicated having the most direct experience with student-student…
Descriptors: Prevention, Crisis Intervention, Suicide, School Psychologists
The Preparation of School Psychologists for Crisis Intervention.
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Allen, Melissa; Jerome, Annette; White, Adrianne; Martson, Stephanie; Lamb, Shannon; Pope, Debbi; Rawlins, Carrie – Psychology in the Schools, 2002
School psychologists were surveyed regarding the following aspects of crisis intervention: university preparation, continuing professional development, and current involvement with school crisis plans. Of those receiving university training, 58% believed they were minimally or not at all prepared to deal with school crises. Suicide, violence, and…
Descriptors: Counselor Qualifications, Counselor Training, Crisis Intervention, Professional Development
Depression in Children: Some Observations for the School Psychologist
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Friedman, Ronald J.; Doyal, Guy T. – Psychology in the Schools, 1974
The author discusses the detection and treatment of depression in children and presents illustrative case material. Three types of depression are discussed: (1) acute depression (2) chronic depression; and (3) masked depression. (RP)
Descriptors: Anxiety, Case Studies, Counseling Theories, Crisis Intervention
Crisis Intervention: Facilitating Parental Acceptance of a Child's Handicap.
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Ormerod, Judith J.; Huebner, E. Scott – Psychology in the Schools, 1988
Discusses various adjustment reactions displayed by some parents in the process of crisis resolution when they are informed by school psychologists that their child is handicapped. Presents implications for the school psychologist's role with parents of exceptional children within a crisis intervention framework. (Author/ABL)
Descriptors: Crisis Intervention, Disabilities, Elementary School Students, Elementary Secondary Education
Common Errors in School Crisis Response: Learning from Our Mistakes.
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Cornell, Dewey G.; Sheras, Peter L. – Psychology in the Schools, 1998
Describes five school crises. In each case example, errors in crisis management by school staff exacerbated the crisis and resulted in deleterious consequences for the school, its students, and the surrounding community. Identifies common themes of leadership, teamwork, and responsibility that are critical to successful crisis management.…
Descriptors: Alcohol Abuse, Case Studies, Conflict, Crisis Intervention