All too often supervisors, media specialists, teachers, and paraprofessionals are found working at cross-purpose, each with an individual set of goals. Management by objectives is one approach to this problem that can successfully integrate the goals and objectives of such diverse individuals with those of the organization. (Author)

Americans have traditionally treated white-collar crime and organized crime as two independent phenomena, but there is a growing awareness that they may not be that distinct. A better appreciation of both problems would be possible if there was a single conceptual perspective through which to view them. (Author)

Presents and tests a theory of nonverbal behavior during deception and the ability of deceivers to control these classes of behaviors. Behaviors examined are bodily movement, facial nervousness, and vocal nervousness. (JMF)

Examines effects of the availability and use of nonverbal information on the detection of deception. Results indicate that the amount of information, both total and nonverbal, does not predict accuracy in detecting deception. Suggests that an interaction between use of nonverbal and verbal information occurs when observers make veracity judgments.…

A new approach to psychopathology based on the psychology of integration as applied to psychological states is outlined. Because all raw behavior occurs only in the form of psychological states, all formulations of psychopathology must refer to integrative disorders that are postulated to underlie all pathological or defective behaviors. (Editor)

Summarizes some ethical roots of organizational behavior, clarifies the meaning of responsibility, discusses the importance of motives underlying the assumption of responsibility as a moral action, analyzes four basic behavior theories, and advances a theory of bounded organizational responsibility. Includes 20 references. (MLH)

Contends current theories of psychological development do not fit the experience of a large majority of the human race, both male and female. Discusses variations of theories of psychological health. Concludes theme of women's lives is a theme of relationship, of connection, of mutuality, and of empathy. (ABL)

Reviews literature on both alcoholism and controlled drinking approaches based on a multimodal viewpoint. Provides a combined perspective of humanistic and behavioral principles. Presents the issue of alcohol involvement from a stage phenomena point of view and suggests intervention steps to address life-problem, emotional, and behavioral aspects…

Discussion of scientific information focuses on the effects of two behavioral principles, the holography principle and the maximum speed principle. The system of scientific communication is described, properties of scientific information are suggested, information barriers are considered, and the relationship of behavioral principles and science…

To mentor, coach, or train someone, the logical starting point is to define what the present behavior of the subject is and then define what the desired behavior will be as a result of some kind of intervention. (Author)

Discusses role of shame in adolescent suicidal behaviors using psychoanalytic self-psychology of Heinz Kohut as theoretical foundation. Describes shame as central component of suicidal behavior within context of adolescence. Offers theoretical explanation of adolescent suicidal behavior from self-psychology perspective. Presents suggestions for…

Describes relationships between behavior change theory and social marketing practice, noting challenges in making behavior change theory an important component of social marketing and proposing that social marketing is the framework to which theory can be applied, creating theory-driven, consumer-focused, more effective health education programs.…

Only 30% of college students meet the recommended amount of physical activity (PA) for health benefits, and this number is lower for African American students. Moreover, the correlates of PA may vary by ethnicity. Objective: In the present study, the authors tested the utility of the theory of planned behavior for explaining PA intentions and…

Maximizing shareholder value is the dominant goal that influences management decision making in business practice. This goal--with rapid improvements in technology, changes in capital markets, and global competition--has altered employment relations between workers and top executives. The authors' purpose in this article was to share thoughts and…

Objective: The authors examined factors predicting college students' use of tanning beds. Participants and Methods: Undergraduate students (N = 745) at a large Northeastern university participated in the study by answering a survey measuring tanning behavior and other psychosocial variables, including sensation seeking, self-esteem, tanning image…