Responses were received from 47 of 54 nationally-recognized authorities in educating children and adolescents with behavior disorders when these individuals were asked to identify the three most important current research issues in this field. Setting generalization of intervention effects, durability of treatment program and effects, and adolescent programing were the most frequently cited issues needing research attention. Implications for future research and funding activities are discussed.
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