Defiant Disorder (ODD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and "early onset" conduct problems (CPs) (defined as high rates of aggression, noncompliance, and oppositional behaviors) are at high risk for underachievement, school absences, and eventual school drop out (Moffitt, 1993; Tremblay, Mass, Pagani, & Vitaro, 1996).
In this chapter, we will review the Incredible Years (IY) Parent, Teacher and Child Training Curricula and summarize research on the effectiveness of these three programs for reducing risk factors and strengthening protective factors associated with children's social emotional development and school success. The chapter will include a focus on the role of home-school partnerships in preventing and treating children's behavior problems and improving their school readiness as well as practical tips for engaging schools in the prevention and intervention process.