[DOWNLOAD] "Key Elements of a Successful Wilderness Program for Delinquents: A Summary." by Australian Journal of Outdoor Education * eBook PDF Kindle ePub Free
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- Title: Key Elements of a Successful Wilderness Program for Delinquents: A Summary.
- Author : Australian Journal of Outdoor Education
- Release Date : January 01, 1999
- Genre: Education,Books,Professional & Technical,
- Pages : * pages
- Size : 209 KB
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Abstract This paper describes a successful wilderness-enhanced model used by a number of programs in NSW. An initial wilderness experience, coupled with an intensive and lengthy follow-up period, can have a lasting impact on anti-social and delinquent behaviour. To have successful outcomes a wilderness experience should be highly structured with some key elements. These include: an unfamiliar environment engendering stress; a series of unique challenges with real consequences and a high perceived risk; and of a time lengthy enough to provide an essential break in routine. A skilled leader is the lynchpin of a successful programme. He or she will can challenge the thought processes of the young person and force them to rethink the situation. The follow-up is also vital. By linking the wilderness experience to everyday life with isomorphic metaphors, the leader can use the power of the wilderness trip to help in long-term behaviour change.