Examines the novels of Cynthia Voigt in terms of the recurring theme that the sacrifice of one's self or one's interest, usually for the supposed advantage of others, can in the long run do more harm than good. A bibliography of Voigt's novels is provided. (two references) (CLB)

Considers the small but important motif of female characters (in young adult books) seeking their appropriate names. Discusses how this step expresses the search to define authenticity in their own terms, an important step toward developing inner voice and self-esteem that adolescent girls can take. Offers examples from several young adult books…

The author outlines his 25-year attempt to understand the dynamics of humor. He views humor as the sine qua non of self actualization and maturity. The humorist has an adamant sense of his own significance without having to prove himself better than others or to prove his worth through some role performance. Connections with humankind--past,…

Stereotyped views of active masculinity and passive femininity have recently come under increasingly critical scrutiny. From the abstract to the practical, the authors see a growth of efforts toward equality of social opportunity regardless of biological differences. The central thesis of the paper is that women are repeatedly subject to…

Books can help children develop a positive self-image and feelings of self-confidence. To aid in the development of a child's shades of self (personal, social, and ideal), a list of books is offered. (DF)

Adolescence is a time when children develop a need to reach a high level of self-fulfillment. Books are reviewed in which adolescent characters establish good social relationships and become more mature in communicating and understanding themselves. (DF)

After a brief summary of evidence for the Personal Orientation Inventory (POI) as a measure of self-actualization, this article presents such a systematic summary for the inner-direction and time-competence scales; it should prove valuable for decision making. (Author)

Reviews literature on the relationship between psychosocial events and dying and death from a behavioral perspective. Individual control has a part in the relationship between the timing of death and psychosocial factors. It is argued that behavioral self-management is a useful therapeutic tool for working with clients nearing death. (Author/BEF)

The author compares research topics, trends, and findings to earlier research on death anxiety correlates. Emphasis is placed on definitions of construct, measurement techniques, concepts of death, variables of sex, age, occupation, socioeconomic status, value orientation, levels of awareness, and relationships between death anxiety and arrays of…

Reviews research on two ways of practicing values clarification and value therapy. Values clarification research is derived from its widespread practice, whereas value therapy is derived from experimental research. A need to consider how these approaches work with different age groups is indicated. (Author)

This international annotated bibliography provides references to recent materials in the field of lifelong education. An explanation of entry format, a subject and country index, and a directory of sources where documents can be obtained are provided. (CLB)

This brief listing describes games, activities, awareness exercises and projects which explore the realities and myths about the nature, history and potential of men and women. Among the activities are projects designed for children and adults, for individuals, groups, clubs, couples and classes. They can be used in self-education efforts, in…

This selective bibliography of periodical literature deals with the subject of women and their changing role in society. The span of time covered is primarily 1960 to the present, with a scattering of articles from much earlier dates. This bibliography offers citations from many areas, e.g., social science, education, and the humanities, and…

This annotated bibliography, prepared by the ERIC Counseling and Personnel Services Center, is intended to alert the user to a body of literature on a topic of current interest to counselors. It identifies research reports and programs that have been cited in the ERIC publications Research in Education and Current Index to Journals in Education,…

This bibliography highlights quality materials which encompass mostly recent, easily obtainable, easily read, easily understood, practical books and monographs. Particular emphasis has been placed upon those works which are of direct, practical application to readers. (JD)