Examines the influences of urbanization on the mental health and well-being of children in low-income settings. Summarizes and analyzes some current urban prevention projects. Proposes 11 interventions based on individual, family, and community strengths to promote the mental health and well-being of urban children. Contains over 100 references.…

Examines the effect of community development projects on Detroit (Michigan) over the past decade. Concludes that community development has failed to increase the number of jobs available and has contributed to neighborhood deterioration. (FMW)

This article discusses the redevelopment process in the context of views of developers, potential newcomers to a redeveloped area, and the residents of such an area. It is a qualitative accounting of the similarities and differences of these groups and how and why they are either willing or unwilling to participate. (Author/SSH)

Reports on the COMBASE Conference (Portland, Oregon, September 18, 1980), which addressed the relationships among community development, the community college, and the public. Outlines the conference's mission and the problems and needs assessed by urban, suburban, and suburban-rural study groups. (CAM)