Reviews recent advances in assessment of intelligence using procedures developed from cognitive theory and research. Appraises probable success of newer cognitive processing approaches using criteria of diagnostic utility, intervention implications, and treatment validity. Notes that neither new nor traditional intelligence tests have clearly…

Proposed organizational and conceptual scheme consisting of content, source, technology, and time orientation dimensions to impose order on assessment of counseling outcome. Demonstrated scheme's utility through review of and application to outcome studies from two leading counseling journals over past three years. Further illustrates scheme…

Notes that, although consultation researchers and practitioners have called attention to need for more psychometrically sound instruments, little advancement has occurred in this area. Outlines key quantitative and qualitative psychometric standards for organizational consultation assessment and evaluation instruments. Presents framework and…

Describes models dealing with metatheory, group work, and client functioning level, and presents suggestions for integrating the models into a comprehensive system. A three-dimensional affective-cognitive-behavioral schema is suggested for guiding the selection of specific theories. (Author/JAC)

As part of the American Psychological Association's centennial, this article presents a reprint of an original work published in 1952 in the "Journal of Consulting Psychology" examining the evidence relating to the actual effects of psychotherapy. (NB)

Discusses the use of citation analysis for ranking academic papers and its application in ranking black studies departments. The author presents results of a nationwide citation analysis--totaling 579 papers--of African American or black studies. Ranking results of black studies departments, universities, and black studies scholars are presented.…

Presents overview of cognitive assessment, with emphasis on self-statement assessment. Reviews clinically useful methods of cognitive assessment and presents States of Mind model to illustrate interpretive framework for thought data and their relationship to psychopathology. Presents two case studies to illustrate specific techniques of…

Notes that interest in attachment theory among counselors and researchers has led to development of measures of attachment-related constructs. Presents overview of theoretical foundations of attachment theory as conceptualized by Ainsworth (1989) and Bowlby (1988). Reviews four self-report measures of adolescent and adult attachment. Discusses…

Critiques and discusses 10 measures of burden that have been used with caregivers of individuals with dementia. Claims that, although many measures contain reliability data, relatively few report content validity, convergent/divergent validity, criterion validity, or sensitivity to change. Discusses implications for research and practice.…

Observes the increasing use of class test scores for rating teachers and reviews arguments against this practice. Cites research pointing to a variety of influences on standardized test scores other than teacher performance. Concludes that teacher evaluation must incorporate a variety of measures. (KH)

Discusses the influence of culture on four stages of vocational assessment. Reviews the role culture plays in problem clarification, information gathering, understanding the problem, and coping with the problem. Addresses issues in the use of standardized tests across cultures and highlights research on cross-cultural interest assessment. (Author)

Reviews the student services evaluation literature and presents a metamodel for selecting evaluation models. The metamodel is based on the comparison of the common dimensions of all evaluation models. Identifies five common dimensions that collectively determine the usefulness of any evaluation model. (RC)

Network analysis may be used to determine client pathways in a mental health delivery system. Discusses how a "path-of-assistance" model may be useful in evaluating university counseling/advising services. Although network analysis looks promising, many questions remain unanswered. (Author)

Provides an understanding of what MIS (Management Information Systems) is and how it can assist the student services administrator in planning and decision making. (Author)

Program budgeting systems should be viewed as a comprehensive approach to decision making. They are tools intended to guide the manager through all the essential steps in the planning and resource allocation processes. (Author)