The purpose of this article is to react and respond to the concepts, ideas, and suggestions of the authors who contributed to this special issue of Behavioral Disorders. In particular, trends in developing social interaction skills of behaviorally disordered pupils are identified and discussed, including the educational and psychological importance of social interaction skills and current training issues and procedures. Suggestions for future social interaction research and program development are also identified and discussed.
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