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Roueche, John E.; Mink, Oscar G. – Journal of Developmental & Remedial Education, 1982
Reviews research on the effects of repeated experiences of helplessness and on locus of control. Identifies conditions necessary for overcoming learned helplessness; i.e., the potential for learning to occur; consistent reinforcement; relevant, valued reinforcers; and favorable psychological situation. Recommends eight ways for teachers to…
Descriptors: Behavior Change, Classroom Techniques, Community Colleges, Helplessness
Teitelman, Jodi L.; Priddy J. Michael – 1985
Learned helplessness often precedes depression. The elderly are more likely than the general population to be faced with uncontrollable events which may bring on learned helplessness. Intervention by gerontological counselors has been useful in reducing effects of helplessness. With pseudohelplessness, persons act helpless in order to control…
Descriptors: Counseling Techniques, Counselor Client Relationship, Counselor Role, Helplessness
