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J S Stumphauzer

Publications and source records attributed to J S Stumphauzer.

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PubMed1983

Training community-based, Asian-American mental health personnel in behavior modification.

Sixteen Asian-American and Pacific Island mental health professionals received 10 weekly, 2-hour training sessions on behavior modification and its application, in particular, to Asian-American clients. A three-fold assessment of the training results revealed: a) a significant increase in knowledge of behavior modification principles, b) a significant increase in ability to accomplish a behavioral analysis and behavioral treatment plan, and c) a significant increase in one of three attitudes toward behavior modification: oriented activity. In general, the training was rated highly and, perhaps more importantly, was viewed as having relevance for this particular minority population which often under utilizes mental health services. The training model and needs for further consultation and supervision were discussed.

Asian↗
PubMed1983

Training Mexican American mental health personnel in behavior therapy.

Fourteen Mexican American mental health workers were trained in basic behavior therapy principles and behavior contracting in 10 weekly, 2 hr sessions. A significant increase was found in knowledge of principles, and attitudes toward behavior therapy became more positive. In addition, clinical skill in doing a behavior analysis and formulating a behavior therapy plan also improved. A 6 month follow-up suggested continued application of training. Results and match of behavior therapy training to differing cultures are discussed.

Behavior Therapy↗
PubMed1976

Training community-based paraprofessionals as behavior therapists with families of alcohol-abusing adolescents.

To combat the increase in chronic alcohol use among adolescents in a large metropolitan area, community-based paraprofessionals were trained in behavior therapy and treated these adolescents and their families in the home. Preliminary evaluation of the program revealed encouraging results. This training supplied structure for the paraprofessionals' interventions with families and provided them with skills they are continuing to use in their community work.

Adolescent↗
PubMed1976

Modifying delinquent behavior: beginnings and current practices.

The beginnings of behavior therapy with delinquents are traced to the early 1960's when a number of case studies and demonstration projects were first presented. Current practices are reviewed in more detail. In institutions for delinquents, many token economies have gradually developed; their shortcomings and results are discussed. In clinic settings, several individual and group techniques are reviewed as they are currently practiced. A major trend is seen as being away from institutional and traditional clinic behavior therapy. Direct community intervention is seen as the most parsimonious mode for modifying and preventing delinquent behavior, and several model programs are described.

Adolescent↗