The bibliography includes a selective listing of books, microfiche, and reference materials on educational and psychological testing, including tests for special populations. Suggested subject headings are noted, and five general information sources listed. Seventy-seven references on particular tests are arranged alphabetically by author. (CL)

In order to better understand this paper, it is important to consider the process and context in which it was prepared. The paper was written and presented at the Austin conference and reflects the author's efforts as a participant-conceptualizer who spent a good deal of time visiting and listening to as many task groups as possible. He dropped…

Empirical cluster analysis methods have been the basis for development of a phenomenological classification of depressive disorders. Verbal descriptions of the distinguishing features of anxious, hostile, agitated, and retarded subtypes of depression are provided to facilitate development of clinical classification concepts. A review of validity…

Faschingbauer offered guidelines in selecting MMPI short forms as substitutes for the MMPI. This reviews empirical studies of the clinical validity of MMPI short forms and discusses MMPI-168, not considered in Faschingbauer's earlier article. Empirical evidence favors the Faschingbauer Abbreviated MMPI and the MMPI-168 over others. (Author)

Presents bibliography of relevant articles published in 1992-93 to assist readers in remaining informed of current clinical and research activities on child and adolescent substance abuse. A total of 93 references are included, organized in 4 categories: Discussion and Review Papers; Assessment; Epidemiology; and Intervention and Prevention. (NB)

This annotated bibliography addresses issues in the psychological assessment of traditionally underserved persons who are deaf. The bibliography was developed by means of an extensive search of research databases and a review of conference proceedings. References are presented alphabetically by author within each major section and include…

Describes the 16 personality types identified by the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) and explores the use of this measure in libraries to help staff better understand themselves and each other, and to aid library administrators in balancing work groups and interacting with staff. A selected bibliography of 3 books, 3 professional manuals, and 2…

The purpose of the document is to help fill the gap between the use of psychological tests by evaluators and evaluators' feelings about their competence in using these devices. The first section contains descriptions of 33 tests and instruments presently used in evaluation facilities serving a wide variety of clients. These tests are divided…

Approximately 1,000 articles and books relating to traditional approaches and new directions in the assessment of the behavior of children are listed. The references are grouped under the following 14 headings: (a) methodological issues; (b) interviewing and informal assessment techniques; (c) rating scales; (d) personality questionnaires and…

Reviewed research on the validity, adverse impact, and fairness of eight categories of alternatives. Feasibility of operational use of each type of alternative in an employment setting was also discussed. Only biodata and peer evaluation were supported as having validities substantially equal to those for standardized tests. (Author)

Discusses research applications of the Tasks of Emotional Development (TED), a projective test designed for children. Independent research studies are surveyed with an emphasis on the ways the TED Test has been employed as a personality and adjustment measure. Suggestions are made regarding future uses. (Author/JAC)

Loneliness, one of our least satisfactorily conceptualized phenomena, has been relegated to philosophy and sociology, and when confronted in the therapy session, has been subsumed under depression and treated as if it were depression. However, loneliness is a separate entity with unique characteristics that need to be identified and treated…

This working bibliography was compiled as part of an extensive review of instruments used for assessing behavioral and emotional disorders in persons with mental retardation. The literature search went back to the early 1970s and included computer searches as well as survey responses from 50 prominent workers in the field, responses from…

This book brings together in a convenient form a large amount of recent research on open classrooms. Pointing out that open education is more a philosophy than a set method, the book begins with an attempt to sketch the dimensions of the term. The chapter on recent evaluative research is especially helpful. A large number of studies are grouped by…

Past attempts to clarify the status of school psychology and to set guidelines for its future development are reviewed. The continuing problem for school psychology is identified as a lack of success in causing a coordinated implementation of a broad role and function which would achieve a position of recognized importance and influence for school…