Presents a study investigating whether psychologists in academic settings apply the psychological principles and procedures which they teach to their personal problems. Questionnaires sent to 640 members of the American Psychological Association asked subjects to rate their personal use of psychological knowledge, measurement instruments, and…

This article describes the author's courtroom experience as a witness for the defense in the Larry P. v. Wilson Riles case; provides excerpts of the testimony and cross-examination; and makes suggestions for individuals who may testify as expert witnesses. (Author/BW)

An historical analysis is presented of the controversy surrounding an alleged study, the data from which were originally published in 1969. Despite considerable evidence refuting the validity of both the data and the study, the results continue to be cited in school psychology literature. (Author)

School psychologists' concerns about collective bargaining issues are examined: organizational model; fair representation; unit alignment; the negotiation process and professional concerns; and the delegation of decision-making power. An example of a cooperative approach which overcomes some of these problems is presented. (MH)

Addresses the questionable need of the concept of "the ego" as presented by Schafer and others. The concepts of ego and ego development remain useful, the former to cover the person's striving for meaning and self-consistency, and the latter to cover aspects of character formation, interpersonal relations, and self-conception. (Author/BEF)

Argues that in the past few decades, it has become increasingly evident that psychotherapy, generally speaking, is ineffective. The present paper suggests three major respects in which much (perhaps most) psychotherapy and counseling is being "misdirected or misapplied." As corollaries, alternative types of remedial endeavor are suggested. (Author)

As a result of eight years' experience of Piagetian research and subsequent work as a practicing psychologist, certain aspects of Piaget's theories are criticized. In particular the existential status of operatory structures, the relation between logicality and understanding, and the representativeness of the tasks are questioned. (Editor)

Includes biographies of two educational media and technology leaders: (1) Robert Morgan, a psychologist who saw the potential of educational technology through working with programmed instruction; and (2) L. Paul Saettler, a historian for instructional and educational technology. (LRW)

Discusses guidelines for professional practice and related policy development by the American Psychological Association's (APA) Board of Professional Affairs over the past decade, explaining that the APA policy distinguishes two types of guidelines for professional practice: treatment guidelines (providing specific recommendations about treatments…

This article addresses the rate at which pediatric-related articles were published among school psychology journals from 1981 to 2001. The overall number of such articles increased from 11 during the 1981-1983 interval to more than twice as many during every subsequent 3-year interval. The available literature seems to support school…

This article synthesizes the writings of psychologist and educator, Leta Hollingworth (1886-1939), on the unique adjustment problems of gifted children and presents her program for "emotional education" of the gifted. (Author/DB)

Leta Hollingworth (1886-1939) made significant contributions to the field of counseling and guidance in her role of scientist-practitioner, in her debunking of myths about the psychology of women, and in her counseling of the gifted. (DB)

This article discusses the research and concerns of Leta Hollingworth (1886-1939) on the development of highly gifted (Intelligence Quotients above 180) children, including such issues as privacy, schooling, play and socialization, discrepancies in development, and financial constraints on families. (DB)

Presents case consultation describing 19-year-old White male who killed himself 2 days after outpatient therapy session. Explains parents' lawsuit against son's psychiatrist and mental health center. Case summary is followed by reviews by 2 psychiatrists from perspectives of defense and plaintiff. Concludes by discussing actual outcome of case…

Describes William Stern's professional accomplishments, including pioneering work in educational counseling and contributions to general systems such as Gestalt psychology. Argues that Stern's example supports conclusion that no one scientific method provides single best approach to all questions of psychology, and that interaction between…