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J. David Smith is a full professor in counseling psychology at the University of Ottawa. His primary research interests focus on school-based bullying prevention programs, with a particular emphasis on understanding what makes these programs effective. He is currently involved in program research designed to study the links between school climate and children's attachment to school, as well as the effects these factors have on bullying victimization. Professor Smith posits that schools with positive climates, characterized by mutually warm and caring relationships between students and teachers, can lead to lower rates of bullying. He is a member of PREVNet, an international network of researchers and educators committed to bullying prevention and the promotion of healthy relationships among children. His work highlights ethical and professional issues in counseling and the importance of acceptance and engagement therapy in school settings.
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