Examines existing analyses of the Bem Sex-Role Inventory and further investigates the psychometric adequacy of the instrument. Proposes a revision with 10 items each measuring masculinity and femininity. (PD)

Charts the rate at which occupational differentiation proceeds among (N=3730) White men age 16-28, and investigates the personal and family attributes by which they are distributed, or distribute themselves, to jobs. Results suggest occupational differentiation among men stabilizes by the mid-twenties; distribution occurs primary along an…

This article discusses the possible advantages of providing scholars with same-sex role models. Factors that may inhibit professional advancement in the case of cross-sex role models are described. (Author/EB)

Results of a survey assessing changing patterns of veterinary manpower distribution and supply are reported and analyzed. Data are given on job application and employment patterns, preferences, and geographic location. Income levels, geographic mobility, and type of employment are also reported. (MSE)

The author concludes from his research that severe parental punishment (the use of a belt or its equivalent) is an almost necessary, if not sufficient, precursor to habitual male delinquency. He outlines his theory on the development of aggression and suggests ways for schools to counteract violence in the home. (Author/SJL)

Fall 1979 pharmacy school enrollments statistics are discussed. Enrollments reflect trends reported in previous years including: declines in total enrollments and the proportion of Black students in minority schools; little change in proportion of foreign students and students enrolled for the PharmD; and increases in females and underrepresented…

Teachers' ratings, especially the peer relations measure, far surpassed other data sources in predicting general adult mental status. Mothers and sons closely agree on sons' adult behavior. One teacher-rated item, "fails to get along with other children," was closely associated with adult behaviors. (Author/CP)

The article focuses on occupational sex stereotyping as an issue likely to affect significantly the status attainment processes of young rural women and shows the relationship between occupational sex stereotyping and educational aspiration and achievement; parental occupation; region of the country, certain sex-role attitudes; and sex. (SB)

A study indicated that the widowed and those who have never married are portrayed negatively in young people's literature. Provides a list of books that represent a variety of older life styles. (MKM)

Examined differences between Black and White teachers in terms of home visits, out of class contacts with students, and participation in problem situations. Also investigated whether male or female Black teachers give more time to school-community organizations, and who most frequently asks Black teachers for advice in inner-city schools.…

Parental education was found to be the most important factor in the relationship of socioeconomic status and parental and adolescent goals. Both mother's and father's aspirations were higher for boys than for girls. Low maternal education and expectations were tied to relatively low goal levels found among young women. (Author/GC)

Reviewed are longitudinal studies of aggressive behavior and reaction patterns in three groups of males (preschool children, school-age children and adults), as observed or inferred by individuals other than the subjects themselves. (Author/MP)

Findings indicate that seventh-grade White adolescent girls who enter a new junior high school are at a disadvantage in terms of self-esteem when compared to boys, in general, and to girls who do not have to change schools. (Author/GC)

About 200 elementary school teachers and student teachers surveyed indicated variations in their expectations for boys and girls. Citing cultural factors as causes, they expected boys to be more aggressive and physically adept. Girls were expected to be more emotional, intuitive, empathetic, and ambitious, due to biological factors. (Author/SB)

A study in German schools found that sex of teacher had no effect on either boys' or girls' reading achievement. (MKM)