In addition to a number of behavioral clues common to most drug abusers, the author discusses specific manifestations of each form of abuse that help identify those engaged in it. (Author/BY)

The study shows that the nation wide picture of student misconduct in 1966 departs substantially from its reflection in the public media. Academic and drinking violations were more prevalent than other offenses of equal seriousness. Campus political activism and drug usage, on the other hand, were comparatively uncommon. (Author)

A survey was undertaken to determine current patterns of drug usage and related patterns of behavior among college and graduate students. The fact that one quarter to one third of university students find drug usage appealing or important would indicate combined psychological, epidemiological, sociological, and pharmacological study of the…

In an address to Association of American Colleges (Houston, Texas, January 1970), author says the new youth movement is aiming at moral development. (IR)

Examined the relationship between personality traits and impairment experiences of 80 males who completed the California Psychological Inventory and an impairment scale. Results showed significant differences between the personality scores of impaired and unimpaired problem drinkers, suggesting that impairment aspects differ both in nature and…

Discusses the dangers of simplistic criticisms of television and highlights opportunities shared by broadcasters and parents to strengthen families by creating better television. (JJD)

Assessed the actual recidivism rate of offenders who commit sexual assaults. Found the majority of the offenders had been convicted more than once and admitted to having committed sex crimes for which they were not apprehended. Results suggest recidivism is not a dependable measure of rehabilitation. (Author/JAC)

Studied the relationship between the Character Disorder Style (CDS) subscale of the Multivariate Personality Inventory and psychopathy. Results clearly showed the independence of the CDS subscale and psychopathy. Additionally, the manic style subscale was independent from both psychopathy and the CDS subscale. (Author/JAC)

Never has youth been better educated or more qualified to enter the job market, yet never has youth known such lack of employment. Ramifications of effects of unemployment on youth make unemployment a great values issue of today. Implications presented indicate Canada may be on the verge of social crisis. (Author/BEF)

Major developments in learning technologies, particularly interactive television systems, will result in increases in self-defeating behaviors. They might be used to deepen our hypnotic preoccupation with high impact diversions. If this happens, counselors and students of the 80s can look forward to higher levels of destructive dependencies,…

Provides normative locus of control data for male alcoholics undergoing treatment. Results indicated that a score six or below defined the internally controlled alcoholic, seven or above, the externally controlled alcoholic. The distribution of locus of control scores did not differ significantly from a normal distribution. (Author/BEF)

Using the Jesness Inventory (JI), personality patterns of delinquents were compared with a socially acting-out group and a control group. The Asocial Index was significant across and between all groups with a progressive increase in T scores directly related to delinquent involvement. (Author)

Describes an intervention program to reduce behavioral problems and promote early reading skills among primary grade children identified as high risks. The study employed high status teachers with long experience and proven effectiveness. Results indicate reduced levels of antisocial behavior and slightly better reading performance. (Author/KC)

Suicide among black Americans has risen sharply in this decade. The suicide pattern differs from that of white Americans in that black suicide is mainly a youth phenomenon and the rates between black females and black males are relatively equal. The lack of research into these phenomena is highlighted. (Author)