Effective Therapeutic Wilderness Camp Programs for Rehabilitating Emotionally-Disturbed, Problem Teenagers and Delinquents.

Clagett, Arthur F.

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Publication Date: 1989

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Effective Therapeutic Wilderness Camp Programs for Rehabilitating Emotionally-Disturbed, Problem Teenagers and Delinquents.

Clagett, Arthur F.

Journal of Offender Counseling, Services & Rehabilitation, v14 n1 p79-96 1989

Explicates development, structure, and functions of Hope Center Wilderness Camp (HCWC). Analyzes qualitative relations among theoretical principles on which the HCWC programs are based to the high success rate of 85 percent of campers who complete the camp's program and do not recidivate within six months after being released. (Author/NB)

Descriptors: Camping, Delinquency, Emotional Disturbances, Outdoor Activities, Recidivism, Rehabilitation Programs, Youth Problems, Youth Programs

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Language: English

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