This randomized clinical trial involved 198 intervention and 180 comparison classrooms from neighborhoods with greater than average crime in four U.S. locations. In the intervention schools, Grade 1 teachers delivered a 57-lesson social competence intervention that focused on self-control, emotional awareness, peer relations, and problem-solving. Findings indicated significant effects on peer ratings of aggression and hyperactive-disruptive behavior and observer ratings of classroom atmosphere. Quality of implementation predicted variation in assessments of classroom functioning. The results are discussed in terms of both the efficacy of universal, school-based prevention models and the need to examine comprehensive, multiyear programs. 3 tables and 50 references (publisher abstract modified)
Initial Impact of the Fast Track Prevention Trial for Conduct Problems
NCJ Number
253592
Journal
Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology Volume: 67 Issue: 5 Dated: 1999 Pages: 648-657
Date Published
1999
Length
10 pages
Annotation
This article reports on a study that examined the effectiveness of the universal component of the Fast Track prevention model: the PATHS (Promoting Alternative THinking Strategies) curriculum and teacher consultation.
Abstract