Reactive–Proactive Aggression—FastTrack is a comprehensive and evidence–based program designed to reduce aggressive behavior in children and adolescents. The program is based on the principles of cognitive–behavioral therapy, which emphasize the importance of understanding the underlying causes of aggressive behavior, and developing new and more effective ways to manage it. The program is designed to be used in a variety of settings, including schools, mental health clinics, and residential treatment centers. The program is based on the belief that aggressive behavior is the result of a complex interaction between environmental, biological, and psychological factors. It focuses on teaching children and adolescents to identify and manage their emotions, develop problem–solving skills, and understand the consequences of their behavior. The program also helps them to develop more positive relationships with peers, adults, and authority figures. The program is divided into three main components: prevention, intervention, and follow–up. During the prevention phase, children and adolescents learn about the causes and consequences of aggression, and how to recognize the signs of aggression in themselves and others. During the intervention phase, the program focuses on teaching children and adolescents to manage their emotions and develop problem–solving skills. Finally, during the follow–up phase, the program helps children and adolescents to practice their new skills and to stay on track with their goals. Reactive–Proactive Aggression—FastTrack is an effective program that can help children and adolescents to reduce their aggressive behavior. It is designed to be used in a variety of settings, and can be adapted to meet the individual needs of each child or adolescent. The program is evidence–based and has been shown to be effective in reducing aggressive behavior in a variety of settings. If you are looking for an effective program to help reduce aggressive behavior in children and adolescents, Reactive–Proactive Aggression—FastTrack may be the right choice for you.
How often have you …
1. Yelled at others when they have annoyed you?
2. Had fights with others to show who was on top?
3. Reacted angrily when provoked by others?
4. Taken things from other students?
5. Had temper tantrums?
6. Vandalized something for fun?
7. Damaged things because you felt mad?
8. Had a gang fight to be cool?
9. Gotten angry when frustrated?
10. Hurt others to win a game?
11. Become angry or mad when you lost a game?
12. Used physical force to get others to do what you want?
13. Gotten angry or mad when you lost a game?
14. Threatened and bullied someone?
15. Gotten angry when others threatened you?
16. Used force to obtain money or things from others?
17. Damaged things because you felt angry?
18. Made obscene phone calls for fun?
19. Felt better after hitting or yelling at someone?
20. Gotten others to gang up on someone else?
21. Hit others to defend yourself?
22. Carried a weapon to use in a fight?
23. Gotten angry or mad or hit others when teased?
24. Threatened or forced someone to have sex?
25. Set fire to things because you felt angry?
26. Yelled at others so they would do things for you?
These items measure reactive and proactive aggression. Respondents are presented with a series of behaviors and are asked to circle the number that best represents the frequency with which they did thatbehavior. When administered to young children‚ the teacher reads each statement and circles the students’response.
This instrument can be found on pages 188-189 of Measuring Violence-Related Attitudes‚ Behaviors‚ and Influences Among Youths: A Compendium of Assessment Tools‚ available online at:http://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/pdf/YV_Compendium.pdf .
Teachers of children and adolescents‚ aged 4-18.
Never=‚ Hardly ever=1‚ Sometimes=2‚ Often=3‚ Always or almost always=4
Point values are assigned as indicated above. Two subscales are included: Reactive Aggression (items 1‚ 3‚ 5‚ 7‚ 8‚ 11‚ 13‚ 14‚ 16‚ 19 and 22) and Proactive Aggression (items 2‚ 4‚ 6‚ 9‚ 10‚ 12‚ 15‚ 17‚ 18‚ 20‚ 21 and 23). Point values for each subscale are summed‚ then subscale scores are added to derive the Total Aggression score. Higher scores indicate higher frequencies of aggressive behavior.
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