Effective leadership is dependent upon knowledge of informal power structures which can often assist in attaining group goals. (Editor)

The results of this study suggest that marathon groups may be an effective method for fostering the process of personal growth and self actualization in relatively healthy, growth seeking college students. (Author)

This article is a rejoinder on comments, by several contributers, on an article concerning encounter groups written for this same issue by William Coulson. (CJ)

The individual who enters a group must fully understand exactly what the contract" is, what the outcomes that might be sought will be, and the means whereby they will be sought. He must know and choose among the alternatives for experience and development. (Author)

Analyzes relationship between "open channels of communication" and "centralization of authority", and "cultural" variables in terms of their contributions to optimal problem solving structures and activities. (Author)

A sample of undergraduate students and members of a social action project did not differ on the Berkowitz and Daniels social responsibility scale. Participation in prosocial action is related to perceived reference group norms and to perceived exposure to prosocial action models both within and outside the family." (Author/DB)

Describes a program for helping people, based on a philosophy stressing the strengths and value of man. (Author/EK)

Investigated dimensions along which self-analytic group sessions vary. Identified three common dimensions: evaluation, potency, and activity. Used dimensions to describe phases of group development and individual differences in the perception of group sessions. (RC)

The article posits that the interdisciplinary cooperation needed to make individualized education programs (IEPs) an effective part of an ongoing, responsive process is more likely to be achieved when educators and parents adhere to certain principles of group dynamics and interpersonal perception. (SB)

This article relates the theory, techniques, and practice of O. Hobart Mowrer's Integrity Training Groups to developing and improving moral education. (Author/SJL)

This study investigated the relationships between degree of perceived neighborhood supportiveness and demographic characteristics of neighborhood residents. Positive relationships were found on six characteristics. Study subjects were married, middle-class, South Carolina educators. The Perception of Neighborhood Supportiveness Scale (PNSS) was…

Tested several hypotheses relating to a theory incorporating distinctive characteristics of interdisciplinary task groups. Observed an interdisciplinary task team for 28 weekly meetings. Recorded seating and major interactions of participants. Presents guidelines for the conduct of interdisciplinary groups. (RC)

It is suggested that teacher educators are well-equipped to assume a leadership role in improvement of a college faculty. (JD)

Clinical examples illustrate how one therapist's absence may stimulate the emergence and expression of warded-off material in the patient group and may serve as a catalyst for change. Describes possible benefits for cotherapy relationship. (Author/NRB)