Study of four summer camps for adolescents; results tabulated according to age, sex, and camp. (SP)

This paper represents an attempt to assess the merits of the general hypothesis that suggests that the quality of adolescent-adult interaction is an important variable in the explanation of differentials in adolescent peer-group involvement. (Author)

Administered questionnaires to a random sample of 202 female students at a four-year undergraduate university to obtain indicators of participation in university and community activities as well as attitudes about self. Results support the hypothesis that higher levels of student participation lead to higher levels of self-esteem. (Author)

Examines feasibility of using a new theoretical model to determine the association between parenting factors and conduct disorder in Jamaican male adolescents. Discusses issues within the framework of family, peer group, and biological factors associated with conduct disorder. Significant family factors associated with the emergence of conduct…

Compares several areas of adjustment which may prove difficult for the Mexican adolescent who finds himself in the adolescent period in the United States of America. Examines the time periods and the entire concept of the period of adolescence, the concept of family and its impact on adolescence, and the peer group composition and leisure…

Compared levels of conformity to parents and peers of 592 Indian adolescents and investigated effects of age, sex, and locality on levels of conformity. Results showed that adolescents were more conforming to parent than to peer views, with early adolescents showing greater adherence to parental views, and late adolescents favoring peers. (Author)

Investigates whether adolescents utilize a peer listening service for reasons other than: discussing peer relationships, family problems, sexuality issues, or to have someone just to talk to. Results indicate that the callers were predominately female and of high school age. Most frequently discussed were peer relationships, followed by family…

Assessed the maturity of delinquents' perceptions of self and of a best friend. Results indicated delinquents did not show evidence of being developmentally delayed in peer and self-cognition. (Author/DB)

Semistructured interviews were conducted with 40 adolescents who reported inhaling volatile solvents. All were aware of the short-term health risks involved in use, and most reported experiencing ill effects. Offers suggestions for intervention. (Author/GCP)

This paper presents a rationale for the use of group techniques in counseling adolescents. It delineates specific practical implications and guidelines for group counselors to consider. Specifically, group selection, group size and composition, and topical content are discussed as they relate to developmental issues during adolescence. (Author/KC)

Describes the structure, leadership, content patterns, techniques, and research questions that have grown out of group experience in dealing with adolescent pregnancy. (Author/RK)

To enhance attempts to reduce antihomosexual prejudice among juveniles, asked 31 juvenile offenders a series of structured questions concerning their attitudes toward gay males and lesbians. Offenders' attitudes, which were maintained by myths and stereotypes, were characterized by negativity, ambivalence, and defensiveness. Specific…

High school students who answered affirmatively to the following statement (n=31): "Sometimes I get so angry that I worry I will become violent" were compared to non-angry peers (n=58). Variables examined were: anger/potential violence; family relationships; friends; grade point average; depression; and marijuana use. Depression and dating were…

Discusses a study of 250 high school students who participated in weekly peer support groups. The program was accepted and showed signs of success, helping alcohol and substance users reduce their intake and helping keep potential dropouts in school. Indicates peer support groups can help in early recognition and management of emotional and…

Reviews research on friendships of delinquents and nondelinquents. Contrasting theories and research have pointed to both the distinctiveness of delinquent friendships and the commonality with normal friendships. Greater conflict, poorer attachment quality, lesser ability to repair relationships, cognitive distortions, and poorer social-cognitive…