THE WISER WAY

A model of social skills training combining behavioral training with a problem-solving process, called the WISER Way, was developed and used with mixed-sex groups of incarcerated juveniles. Problematic interpersonal situations were developed from the institution's population and presented via videotape. Peer models, also videotaped, demonstrated the problem-solving process and an appropriate response. Empirical investigation and use in various settings is encouraged.