Exploring behavior management strategies in pediatric group therapy

Abstract

The iFriend outpatient group therapy program at Bradley Hospital promotes social competence in a school-age population. The 10-week-program helps children ages 8–11 develop and practice social skills in a small group setting. The skills developed include understanding body language, finding shared interests, conversation initiation and closing, perspective taking, equitable communication, and problem solving. iFriend also aims to teach parents/guardians strategies to help their children integrate the targeted skills into daily life.