Using psychological science to improve summer camp staff training.
Preseason staff training is an exciting and stressful time for all camping professionals. By using principles of developmental psychology, learning theory, and self-monitoring, however, we can maximize the usefulness of training sessions. This article also discusses educating staff about children's mental health issues and managing challenging situations with adolescents.
Schafer
Ethan D
ED
Spectrum Psychological Associates, Inc., Mayfield Village, OH 44143, USA. ethanschafer@yahoo.com
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