'Therapy' to a 'School-based, Skills Approach' There is an increasing amount of research to show that SFBT is effective for children and young people in the school setting (Franklin et al 2001) and within the solution focused group setting (LaFountain, R. M and Garner, N. E. (1996)). Consequently, this programme for young people is intended to be delivered as a small group/whole-class intervention, providing facilitators with a tried and tested framework and set of resources to use with young people. The idea is not to simply target those regarded as exhibiting behavioural/other problems such...

Teaching Tools - Motivational Interview Approach for Secondary Staff and Students presents a range of strategies and skills which can be used by teaching staff and taught to students who want to change their behaviour

This programme for young people introduces and teaches the key elements and skills of a Cognitive Behavioural Approach. Participants are taught that by changing thought processes they can have a significant effect in altering behaviours.

Aims to improve student performance, reduce conflicts, disciplinary problems and truancy by helping students question their values and behaviours. This title is suitable for all young people, including those who are disaffected and low achieving.

The Secondary SEAL Resource Bank: Extended Student Activities and Staff Training aims to provide your staff with a broad selection of resources and highly practical activities to develop the SEAL agenda within your school. With practical, user-friendly student activities and in-depth staff training, The Secondary SEAL Resource Bank: Extended Student Activities and Staff Training will ensure that your students will have the opportunity to develop and reinforce their social and emotional skills both individually and as part of a group. By developing these skills in your students you are...

Young people today encounter specific challenges and stresses in both educational and social contexts. This resource pack helps participants to: * Understand the importance of mental health and wellbeing * Recognise the stresses that they, and other people, face * Develop effective managing strategies. The authors have designed a flexible programme that encourages young people and adults to respond positively to difficult situations they encounter, focusing on solutions rather than dwelling on set-backs. Topics taught in the 15 sessions include: Challenging stereotypes * Multiple...

The Keeping Out of Trouble programme will enable secondary schools to provide interventions targeted at students who are, or are at risk of, committing criminal offences.

Many pupils experience difficulty in controlling their strong feelings and in managing conflict in both school and home settings. This programme aims to help young people: * avoid or manage situations of conflict * understand that they can create change * realise that it is possible to resolve difficulties and achieve a positive outcome. In this thoughtful approach to anger management, the authors suggest a teaching and learning model and use 'story' as the focus of pupil engagement. The book uses eight newspaper articles to help pupils to develop emotional literacy through subjects such as:...

An ideal resource for primary teachers, this practical resource helps children understand anger and identify links with other emotions with an interactive programme using 26 elements. They will learn skills to effectively manage their anger with activities and exercises. New to this edition is: " Information on recent initiatives on anger management in schools " Models and top tips for coping with anger " New activities and ideas " Further information for young children aged 5-9 This instructional guide for teachers comes with photocopiable worksheets and activities suitable for both group...

The pressures and concerns of teenagers are at the forefront of their emotional and mental health. This resource provides young men and women with guidance and tools to recognise the importance of social skills to aid their development. The sessions and practical activities will allow students to address issues of identity, self esteem and self awareness based on the author's research and experience. Covering issues including relationships, drugs and problem solving the new edition will also cover: - Gang cultures - Cyber-bullying - Future pressures - Eating disorders This new resource also...