| This research project evaluated the use of a graduated, non-coercive, and success-focused approach to social skills training, Errorless Social Skills Training (ESST), with children exhibiting school-based antisocial behaviour. A multiple baseline across groups design was used to evaluate treatment effects. Following a baseline period during which children were observed in an unstructured play situation, ESST was implemented with 8 children, in two groups f 4, during supported play sessions. The current study included 2 representative children, one from each group, who demonstrated severe problem behaviour during baseline. Results indicated improvement in socially appropriate behaviour and reductions of antisocial behaviour during and following treatment. These effects were maintained over a 1-month follow-up period. ESST may provide a non-coercive and success-focused alternative to traditional forms of social skills training to reduce aberrant behaviour while promoting child cooperation and adequate social interactions. |
