This study was designed to determine the effect of a well-defined group procedure, attitudinal "group-centered counseling" (Lifton, 1968) on the level of openness of a group of undergraduate college students. (Author/PD)

The relationship between a group's power and prestige or status hierarchy and group members' patterns of reward allocation was investigated. The addition of evidence concerning actual task performance results in the alignment of reward and status rankings and encourages the use of distribution rules stressing equity as opposed to equality.…

Coalition preferences of 300 male and female subjects were ascertained under varying motivational conditions. Demonstrates that coalition formation and interpersonal conflict are dependent upon the motivational determinants of group activity. (Editor/RK)

Though proven to be an indispensable vehicle for the fulfillment of both individual and societal needs, small group process has not been free of theoretical disputes. This paper reviews a number of yet unresolved concomitants of group process, attempts a synthesis, and proffers some "fresh" ideas. (Author)

Discusses the development and application of a model of cooperation-competition in an undergraduate college class as well as its theoretical framework and programmatic implications. (Author/RK)

This study uses two methods of analysis to examine the degree to which items within the cells of the Hill Interaction Matrix correlate. It is found that the table of specifications does not hold up. But the author recommends caution in interpreting this finding. (Author/BP)

Focuses on factors or behaviors considered most influential in affecting communication climate within a large telecommunications corporation. (MH)

Discusses two topics: (1) the way in which the control of schools and school leadership have historically operated to maintain the subordinate power position of Mexican Americans, and (2) the effects of power struggle on school leadership. (Author/AM)

The basic problem addressed here is: Do role functions of building principals and local union leaders conflict as a result of expected behavior, or is there cooperation based on a system of common values? (Author/AM)

Mainstreaming into regular classes from special classes for part of a school day can be a valuable experience for academically handicapped children and is accompanied by an increase in self-esteem, provided they maintain contact with similar others. (JD)

Reviews and analyzes research on cross-national small group behavior and offers a value theory of small group development. Available from: International Journal of Intercultural Relations, Transaction Periodicals Consortium, Rutgers-The State University, New Brunswick, New Jersey 08903. (MH)

Reviews the literature on primary caregivers and describes an educational model which assists primary caregivers in understanding the potential sources of family strain and support in caring for dependent older members. Provides participants with increased understanding of family dynamics, including the differential perceptions of family members…

Describes inception and evolution of a 14-month project providing group counseling to offenders placed on probation after conviction for driving while intoxicated (DWI). Describes modifications of group counseling techniques, necessitated by the involuntary nature of members' participation. Presents generalizations concerning social psychological…

Discusses family patterns of interaction that are thought to contribute to the maintenance of substance abuse. Preliminary research findings suggest that these families are often highly interdependent, that about 50 percent ideally desire some sort of triangulation between parents and offspring, and that about 50 percent have or are working toward…

Describes the Circumplex Model of Marital and Family Systems and its diagnostic inventory, the Family Adaptation and Coping Evaluation Scales, as important tools for the family counselor. A brief case example demonstrates how the model can be used in counseling a multiproblem family. (NB)