What to Prepare for Children Entering Society: An Innovative Model for Prosocial Behaviors’ Intervention in Chinese Children’s Welfare Institutions
摘要
This study developed a three-stage (Cognitive arousal–Emotional connection–Behavioral reinforcement) growth group intervention model (TsGGM) from a culturally embedded perspective, aiming to systematically address the developmental challenges in prosocial behaviors (PSB) among children in welfare institutions. Employing a quasi-experimental design, the study implemented a 10-week structured intervention for children aged 9–16, monitoring process and outcomes through a dynamic evaluation matrix. Results revealed significant improvements in the experimental group across “Relationality and Altruism” dimensions (p < .05), with the “Trait” dimension showing improvement but failing to reach statistical significance (p = .057). The matrix validated the effectiveness of integrating regional cultural elements from the Jiaodong Peninsula into the intervention program. The model offers a culturally sensitive, operationally feasible, localized pathway for Chinese-specific child welfare services, though its long-term efficacy requires further tracking and verification.