This is a reaction to papers by Kerr and Frankel, in this same issue, using examples from education and rehabilitation. Status differential is viewed as a prerequisite for the development of independence and maturity. (Author)

Reports two studies regarding the role of drive and incentive in the acquisition of attitudes toward persons present when rewards were made. (MB)

Observes that different kinds of observational sets may elicit different empathic responses from the observers, and that these responses can influence the observers' subsequent willingness to be helpful. (MB)

Rokeach Dogmatism Scale was administered to 25 Ss with, and, 24 Ss without previous teaching. Results indicate that age and amount of experience correlate positively with dogmatism. Implications for profession are discussed. (Author/CJ)

Results of comparison study, using Reiss items subjected to Guttman analysis for measurement of dependent variable, indicate replication of other studies where degree of affection was major factor in acceptance of advanced sexual activity. No overall Negro-white predisposition existed regarding promiscuity. Several racial-cultural factors which…

As a basis for planning services for children three to eighteen, mothers were interviewed in their homes by trained interviewers. The information obtained was evaluated by child psychiatrists, who rated the emotional health of each child on a five point scale from well to severely impaired. The relationship of impairment to a number of…

Reprints from: T.A. Tutko, Department of Psychology, San Jose State College, San Jose, California 95114.

Describes treatment employing behavior modification techniques and consisting essentially of rewarding the entire class for academic improvement shown by the underachiever. (Author)