More individualized attention is provided in helping students improve learning and social skills.
The program uses play and relationship techniques to resolve home and school difficulties. Through carefully developed screening procedures, PMHP identifies students with early adjustment problems. A private place, preferably a separate room or a confidential area free from disturbance, is needed for this purpose. Child-associates each work 15 to 20 hours a week, with a caseload of 12 to 18 children each. Participating schools should have at least two child associates.