This article describes a six-session career development program for adults. The theoretical basis and rationale for various activities are included, along with some suggestions of ways of adapting standard career materials to meet the needs of an adult clientele. (Author)

If the characteristics generally ascribed to recreation--pleasure, enjoyment, and fulfillment--can be made available during the work experience, the quality of all life experiences will be improved. (JD)

This study tested the relative effects of Crystal and Bolles's life/work-planning process on factors related to vocational choice: aspirations, expectations, resident skills, and preferences. The results indicated that the process is an effective strategy to use to facilitate agreement between factors. (Author)

A cross-sectional study of 1,099 high school students using the Extended Objective Measure of Ego Identify Status showed a developmental progression of vocational identity. Ideological, religious, life-style, and political identity domains were related to but lagged behind vocational identity development. (SK)

Discusses the integral role of Vodou in the daily life and cultural identity of Haitians. Examines Vodou's beliefs and world view, importance of community and the collective self, instructional strategies for transmission of religious values and moral principles, roles of teachers and learners, and evaluation of learner progress. (SV)

Reports a study that examined how levels of physical activity and participation on school athletic teams correlated with tobacco and alcohol use among adolescents. Results indicated that level of physical activity and athletic participation correlated with less cigarette smoking but more binge drinking. (SM)

Examines the prevalence of cohabitation, trends in cohabitation between 1960 and 1990, and the conditions leading older persons to cohabit. Variables measuring individual characteristics, economic motivations, and the social context are used to predict cohabitation. Presents results, and discusses implications for the future as cohorts with…

Evaluates extent to which cohabitation is similar to marriage among black, and white Americans ages 19-48 using data from the 1987-88 National Survey of Families and Households. Cohabitors reported poorer relationship quality than their married counterparts. Majority of cohabitors planned to marry their partner; these cohabitors are involved in…

It is suggested that institutions shift from a student-centered to parent-and-student-centered freshman orientation. Planning significant events for parents improves orientation quality and provides public relations opportunities. Good orientation will benefit parents, students, and the school. Application of a psychographic typology creates a…

Administered life satisfaction questionnaire to 199 French-speaking older adults in Montreal, living in nursing homes and in the community. Found that elderly persons living in regular community housing, in low-cost community housing, and in high self-determination nursing homes had similar levels of life satisfaction, and more satisfaction than…

Examines the connections between the experience of social history and personality development. Outlines a model that demonstrates how the impact of social events is mediated by life stage. Interprets longitudinal data collected over the past 40 years on women's work and family lives in terms of the model. (FMW)

The author describes his visit to an elderly Inuit and the interaction resulting from his request to buy an old harpoon that the Inuit had used in hunting. He concludes that, no matter how long he lives in the village, he will never completely understand the Inuit culture, nor will they completely accept him. (LP)

Introduces the concept of fashioning a career center on a university campus that is both welcoming and helpful to gay, lesbian, and bisexual students who are considering career choices. Includes statements from gays, lesbians, and bisexuals that suggest that they have to consider compatibility of lifestyle with their career choice. Includes list…

Individuals worldwide face significant issues related to social studies. Students must be educated to be able to make informed decisions to help ameliorate environmental problems. The article explains the curriculum's role in helping students understand the interrelatedness of individual lifestyle actions and resulting consequences on the quality…

Reexamines and organizes empirical literature to help counselors develop credible and effective interventions. Tries to place stress counseling within a responsible clinical methodology. A flowchart schema incorporating stress coping modalities--environment, cognitions, emotions, and personal life philosophy--is presented to systematize…