Bryce D. McLeod - Helping Children with Behavioral and Emotional Problems

Bryce MacLeod, an associate professor at Virginia Commonwealth University, focuses on improving treatments for children with behavioral and emotional issues. His research involves community engagement, working with local educators and therapists to develop effective programs and diagnostic practices. The goal is to enhance the services provided in schools and community settings, ensuring children receive accurate diagnoses and appropriate treatments.

What inspired Bryce MacLeod to focus on helping children with behavioral or emotional problems?

• His own childhood experiences

• His advisor, John Weiss

• A book he read during his undergraduate studies

• A conference he attended

What is a key goal of the coding systems developed in MacLeod's research?

• To eliminate the need for therapists

• To create new behavioral problems

• To identify effective parts of treatments

• To replace teachers in schools

How does MacLeod's team work with community partners?

• By collaborating closely with therapists and teachers

• By focusing solely on online programs

• By avoiding interaction with schools

• By conducting research independently

Why is accurate diagnosis important in MacLeod's research?

• To increase the number of diagnoses

• To ensure children receive the correct treatment

• To reduce the number of therapists needed

• To simplify the treatment process

What is one focus of MacLeod's research in terms of diagnostic practices?

• Focusing only on physical health issues

• Training families to diagnose themselves

• Training mental health providers to work with families

• Eliminating the need for diagnoses