Methodological problems in self-control research is cited, including nonspecific use of the term, the role of resistance to extinction, and the interaction of self-monitoring, self-evaluation, and self-instruction. (CL)

The author analyzes evidence from 10 studies on early intervention (EC 181 136--181 145) in terms of the nature and quality of documentation. Qualified support for casual inference in most of the studies is cited along with problems in determining generalizability of findings. (CL)

Ten author-contributed papers present information on stimulus control research and developmental disabilities. Articles address such isues as the role of naming, development of stimulus classes, control by exclusion, and comparison of trial-and-error and graduated stimulus change procedures. (CL)

Results of 162 early intervention efficacy studies with disadvantaged, at-risk, and handicapped children were analyzed to draw conclusions about efficacy of early intervention, identify variables which covary with effectiveness, and identify areas for future reseach. It is concluded that early intervention has substantial immediate benefits for…

The paper reviews research on behavioral staff management strategies in institutions for developmentally disabled persons, considering procedural effectiveness of four approaches: antecedent, contingency management, self-control, and multifaceted interventions. Methodological problems in the research are noted, along with needs for research on…