This study examined the effectiveness of a cognitive-behavioral training program in reducing aggressive behavior and increasing self-control in 30 behaviorally disordered adolescents. Measures were taken to determine (a) whether students participating in the training program exhibited fewer aggressive behaviors than students not involved in the training program, and (b) whether the addition of an incentive (i.e., externally controlled positive consequence) would increase the effectiveness of the training program. Participating students were observed to have significantly fewer aggressive behaviors and were rated as having significantly more self-control than those students not participating. The addition of an incentive for implementing the training strategies did not appear to increase the effectiveness of the training program. These findings are discussed with reference to future training programs and applied research.
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