Behavior Management: From Theoretical Implications to Practical Applications (with InfoTrac)

This text focuses on students' observable behaviors and the environmental factors that affect their expression. Written in an accessible style, the text sheds light on misconceptions regarding the use of reinforcement, punishment, and self-control, and offers intervention techniques, step-by-step guidelines, sample forms, charts, and graphs. This second edition features a companion Web site. The author teaches at the University of Nebraska. Annotation (c)2003 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Dr. John W. Maag is a Professor at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln where he specializes in the education and treatment of children and adolescents with emotional and behavioral disorders. His research interests include functional assessment, self-management training, and the assessment and treatment of depression and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder. Dr. Maag is a nationally recognized behavioral consultant on best practices for managing resistance and improving relationships with others. He has published over 80 articles and book chapters as well as authoring three books- one of which, Parenting without Punishment," won a Parent's Choice award. He was also the recipient of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Distinguished Teaching Award. A licensed psychotherapist, Dr. Maag is a frequent public speaker and consulting editor to numerous journals."