This paper discusses the importance of incorporating the parents of the child with behavior problems into the treatment process by teaching them behavior modification principles. Trained parents augment the likelihood of producing long-lasting positive effects in their children and of extending their influence to other current as well as future…

Article reports on efforts to evaluate and to document behavioral changes which occur in nursing practice and on efforts to determine the effect of continuing education on patient care. (GB)

This paper discusses the phenomenon of elective mutism as a learned response and presents some techniques whereby speech can be elicited from the electively mute child. (Author)

Reports some of the interesting changes that have occurred since the introduction of Physical Science Study Committee (PSSC) in Victorian schools (Australia). The study indicated that, over a four year period, there have been changes in teachers' views about the physics course based on PSSC and in the teaching practices employed. (JR)

This description of the various aspects of the Devereux Parent Program is intended for use as a possible model for public and other private schools. (Author)

Therapeutic techniques based on guided group interaction are being used widely in Kentucky institutions in the treatment of juvenile delinquents. The peer group plays a key role as the catalyst for change. (Author)

Techniques and suggestions for the learning of changed health behavior are presented. (BY)

Although the obedience differences were not as reliable as those for maternal proximity and verbal reinforcement, there was evidence that the changes in the mother's behavior as a result of training did have the desired effect on their children's obedience. (Author)

An Encounter Weekend'' that placed the major responsibility for group progress on the group itself brought about marked behaviorial changes among the group participants. The group progressed from distrust, suspicion, and violent rhetoric to effective communication and understanding. The interracial encounter is a powerful social tool that…

Author attempts to show the extent to which B. F. Skinner is profoundly wrong in his philosophical conclusions as exemplified in his book, Beyond Freedom and Dignity, and argues for better philosophical position for those applying Skinner's beliefs. (Author/RK)

Data showed that consistent punishment resulted in faster inhibition than inconsistent punishment; subjects who were punished showed less persistence than subjects placed on an extinction schedule. (Authors)

In a mother-operated intervention'' program in Tennessee, behavior modification techniques are being applied to children with severe behavior problems. (Editor/SP)