Results of the study demonstrate that adolescents are influenced in the choices they make by the actions and expectations of others in similar decision making conditions. (Author)

Investigated the influence of sex-role-related aspects of students' self-concept on making a decision about choice of college, choice of a major, and selection of an occupation. Sex role self-concept was related to progress on all three decisions. Patterns of results were different for men and women. (Author)

Tested the effects on social power of two aspects of client need: perceived need (high or low) and commitment to change (high and low). Results show perceived need had no significant effect on attitude change or information seeking. Commitment to change procedures had a significant effect on information-seeking behaviors. (Author)