The use of peer-pairing in schools to improve socialization |
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Mervis,-Bonnie-Aaron
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12/1/98
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Journal
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Child-and-Adolescent-Social-Work-Journal
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1998 Dec; Vol 15(6): 467-477
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Interpersonal and Social Intervention
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This article describes the peer-pairing model as it is implemented in an elementary school. Being socially isolated is a painful experience for many children, one that can profoundly affect the development of their self concepts. Peer-pairing is a model of treatment designed to address this problem by promoting social relationships. It offers many of the benefits of more traditional friendship groups in a less stimulating environment. Peer-pairing is especially appropriate for children who have difficulty with impulse control, hyperactivity, anxiety, and poor self-esteem. The school setting affords the opportunity to make friends within the child s natural social environment while social skills are being taught. ((c) 1999 APA/PsycINFO, all rights reserved)
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