The Use of Peer-Pairing in Schools to Improve Socialization |
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Authors: | Bonnie Aaron Mervis |
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Institution: | (1) Indian Trail School, Highland Park, Illinois |
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Abstract: | Being socially isolated is a painful experience for many children, one that can profoundly affect the development of their self concepts. Peer-pairing is a model of treatment designed to address this problem by promoting social relationships. It offers many of the benefits of more traditional friendship groups in a less stimulating environment. Peer-pairing is especially appropriate for children who have difficulty with impulse control, hyperactivity, anxiety and poor self-esteem. The school setting affords the opportunity to make friends within the child's natural social environment while social skills are being taught. |
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