Effecting Change

A Cognitive Behavioral Approach to Working with Youths in Custody

Linda Baker, Ph.D. C.Psych. and Alan Leschied, Ph.D., C.Psych.

September, 1997

An overview of the principles of cognitive-behavioral theory and its application, designed for staff working with youths whose anti-social behavior has brought them into custody facilities. This training manual and companion video is ideal for either individual study or group sessions. The authors highlight the intuitive and commmon-sense nature of the conceptual framework to overcome the barriers that can prevent an understanding of this approach. Emphasis is on how workers can incorporate tools into their existing skill bag, or how they can modify existing skills, for use in their day-to-day interactions with residents.

Table of Contents

SECTION ONE: THEORY

Chapter 1: Cognitive Behaviorism: An Overview

Chapter 2: Antisocial Behavior

SECTION TWO: APPLYING A COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL APPROACH

Chapter 3: Role Modeling and Thinking Aloud

Chapter 4: Problem Solving

Chapter 5: Cognitive Restructuring

SECTION THREE: THE VIDEO

Chapter 6: How to Use the Video

SECTION FOUR: CONDITIONS THAT PROMOTE CHANGE

Chapter 7: Characteristics of Effective Correctional Programs

Chapter 8: Frequently Asked Questions

APPENDIX

Summary Sheets for Individual Study or Overhead Masters

Effecting Change is available to non-Ontario residents directly from the Centre, at a cost of $120 (CAD) plus shipping and handling. For information on how to order this or any other document, see the publication order form.