Schools, Schooling, and Developmental Psychopathology

Effects of School on the Well-Being of Children and Adolescents

“…Frones (2007) notes that the next crucial step for the field is to further elaborate theories and models. According to many, a developmental theory that posits the child's needs in relation to the school context should be constructed, explaining what the school context has to provide to meet these needs (Allardt 1989;Boyce et al 1998;Eccles & Midgley, 1989;Gambone et al 2002;Ochaita et al 2010;Pianta, 2006).…”

“…Schools are multilayered, multidimensional and dynamic entities (Boyce et al 1998;Pianta 2006;Roeser 1998). Therefore, their potential influences occur at many different levels.…”

“…They often feel a profound sense of uncertainty about their future (Eccles et al 2008). In most societies, it is understood that quality schooling constitutes an investment in the future of the society (Pianta 2006). In any case, it cannot be forgotten that children in developed countries spend great amount of time at school during stages of their development during which they are undergoing important physical, social and psychological change (Mortimer 2003;Roeser et al 2009;Seilstrom and Brenberg 2006).…”

An analysis of teacher efficacy, resident efficacy, and teacher-student relationships with behaviorally challenged youth in residential treatment settings.

“…Pianta's contribution lies in the application ofGST within the experiences children have in academic settings (Pianta, 1999(Pianta, ,2001(Pianta, ,2006 and is linked to two primary facets. First, the teacher-student relationship has the potential to be incredibly influential in a child's development.…”

“…Well trained teachers can provide social structure to the classroom environment via expectations and teaching styles. Also, teachers foster strong relationships within their students and between peers while devising behavioral interventions which engender positive student behavior within the classroom setting (Pianta, 1999(Pianta, ,2006Rimm-Kaufman & Chiu, 2007). …”