It is suggested here that the identity crisis associated with school psychologists does not constitute a problem or weakness in the profession, but rather promotes a health interchange of ideas. (MM)

Describes nine steps that enable a school psychologist to determine the real agenda of a school system. The "real" agenda of a school is defined as those behaviors that are encouraged and discouraged by each school's culture on a daily basis, and is not necessarily equated with official school statements. (Author)

A discussion of school psychology practice is presented, with emphasis on school programs rather than on individuals. The learning process as it occurs in school programing is discussed, illustrating potential sources of involvement for school psychologists in effecting change in education. School psychologists should be well suited to be…

The author's research has shown that juvenile and adult diabetics, because of the pressures of dealing with their illness over time and because of the ways they are treated by others, develop certain traits and characteristics in common. (Author/PHR)

Summarizes data on sex role, career conceptions, self-confidence, risk-taking, and interaction with teachers. Implications for action are noted. (Author)

In this dialogue the authors share their respective views about the nature of counseling and about its relationship to professional psychology. The major issue is level and intensity of professional preparation. (Author)

Describes the minimum conditions for creating the humanistic school. Humanism is based on principles that fall into three basic categories: a set of beliefs about self and the nature of social reality, a set of skills to be learned by teachers, administrators, and pupils, and a set of necessary conditions in the social system. (Author/RK)

A survey was sent to doctoral school psychologists to determine their research productivity and topical interests. Approximately two thirds of 147 respondents indicated doing some research during 1974-75. Studies dealing with topics of assessment and program evaluation were most prevalent. (Author)

Argues that an alliance of professional interests is the most effective way of mounting a preventative program to help children in the early stages of learning difficulties. (Editor/RK)

The intent of these standards is to improve the quality, effectiveness, and accessibility of psychological services to all who require them. These standards are the first revision of the American Psychological Association (APA) standards originally adopted on September 4, 1974. (Author/JP)

This research investigates the perceptions of public school teachers pertaining to the role of the school psychologist. The results agree with findings of earlier studies in that the school psychologists appear to be defining their role more narrowly than how it is being perceived by other school personnel. (Author/RK)

This investigation was undertaken to determine if there were general and specific trends within school psychology between the years 1960 and 1975 as reflected by both the content presented and the changing amount of emphasis given to specific topics within school psychology textbooks. Data indicated trends in publication were present. (Author)

This article reviews the current status of school consultation research and critiques the research methodologies used in consultation research. Major theoretical models in which consultation research has been conducted are briefly described. Consultation research is reviewed in three primary areas of investigation: (1) outcome research; (2)…

Experiment to determine if mental health professionals (MHP) suppress gender bias if they know that is what is being evaluated indicated they do not. Differences in response from male and female MHPs were noted, although analysis of female pseudopatients was not harsher than analysis of male pseudopatients. (PS)