This book can help any adult working with such youth teach them how to calm down, use self-control strategies, and solve problems in positive ways.

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Angry, aggressive, or violent youth threaten the well-being of themselves, other children, and caregivers in any setting - schools, foster care, group homes, or mental health facilities. They may need medication and therapy to treat their problems, but they also must learn how to control negative thoughts and emotions without turning to aggressive behavior.

This book can help any adult working with such youth teach them how to calm down, use self-control strategies, and solve problems in positive ways. Professionals learn how to build good relationships with youth and teach them pro-social behavior. Also offered are sample treatment plans to address both proactive and reactive aggression in youth and guidelines on how to promote a safe environment for the children in your care.

Pages: 200,

Publishing March 2010