Journal of Psychology & Behavioral Science

Program Evaluation Challenges: Is Aggression Replacement Training (ART) Effective?
Eva Feindler, Ph.D; Emily Engel PsyD; Meghann Gerber PsyD

Abstract
Aggression Replacement Training (ART), a multi component intervention based upon CBT principles, is widely known as one of the only effective programs for aggressive adolescent offenders. This review of outcomes and methodological limitations is followed by a detailed program evaluation of ART across a set of group homes using standardized psychological measures. Outcomes were compromised by problems with treatment fidelity and adherence to the ART protocol. Suggestions for future research and practice in real world settings are included. At this time, it does not appear that ART has enough of an evidence base to be considered an efficacious treatment for adolescents with disruptive behavior.

Full Text: PDF     DOI: 10.15640/jpbs.v4n2a3