Substance abuse has long been recognized as a precipitating factor in many domestic violence incidents. The main type of substance abuse is alcohol usage. Forty-six percent of the offenders reported being dependent on or abusing alcohol, while another 28% were found to be dependent on opiates, cocaine, marijuana, or inhalants. Nearly two-fifths of…

Presents an analysis of the significant parts of the census data Moynihan used to support his argument to determine whether the conclusions he reached are supported by such data, finding that he presents no data to substantiate his argument that black social problems are a function of family instability. (Author/JM)

Describes the characteristics and ideosyncracies, hopes, and struggle for survival of the Northeastern Spanish community. (DM)

The author describes the emergence of a new style of family physician whose education is incorporating more behavioral science and whose practice moves increasingly into the field of marital and sexual problems. Closer cooperation between physicians and clinical psychologists and marriage counselors is advocated. (Editor)

A high frequency of unmet medical needs and a breakdown in family structure among low-income preschool children were discovered among ten youngsters enrolled in a demonstration day care project. This paper reports on how a child care center attempted to meet the developmental needs of such children. (Editor)

In helping disturbed, deprived children and their families, an agency's concept of its treatment task is of vital importance. An effective approach focuses on an agency's functioning as an extended family, and assuming a parenting role. (Editor)

Solving the problem of or managing battered children is not easy. Despite evidence that child assault is not rare, incidents are not generally reported to the authorities who would take action. The latter have, though, relatively few resources to help ameliorate the situation. (DM)

The authors bring together findings from research dealing with the effects of father absence in children's development. (WY)

As in the project after which it was modeled, a Wisconsin program finds that volunteers can be fine teachers of exceptional children. (Editor)

Therapy for one 5 1/2-year-old boy combined psychodynamic and behavioral elements and resulted in positive changes in the child, his parents, and his grandmother. Changes were maintained for as long as three years. (The relevance of inhibited aggression in family members is discussed.) (RH)

The relationship between family life or stress events and rates of maternal reports of child behavior and child-rearing problems was studied in a birth cohort of 1,265 New Zealand preschool-aged children. Journal Availability: See EC 152 486. (Author/SEW)

Suggests some guidelines for counselors beginning discussions with stepparents and emphasizes the need for support, encouragement, and understanding of their problems. Presents 10 commandments of stepparenting to facilitate an appreciation for conflicts and stresses commonly faced and provide a basis for communication. (JAC)