Although there are social pressures for the control of science, forcing a redirection to "relevant" problem solving tasks, the future needs are, in essence, unpredictable in detail. For this reason fundamental research is necessary to provide the appropriate base for the new technologies that human society will need. Even to solve the present…

Performance on complex (Space Relations and Verbal Reasoning) and simple (Digit Symbol) tests was investigated as a function of Byrne's Repression-Sensitization (RS) dimension, phase of menstrual cycle and premenstrual-menstrual (PM) symptomatology in a group of females not taking oral contraceptives. Two control groups, consisting of males and…

This book was designed to aid in applying the laws of dynamics to the sport of track and field, event by event. It begins by tracing the history of the discoveries of the laws of motion and the principles of dynamics, with explanations of commonly used terms derived from the vocabularies of the physical sciences. The principles and laws of…

Compares the metabolism in muscles of athletes with the energy usage patterns of the United States and India. (BB)

This survey of exercise stress testing programs in the United States concludes that the rapid growth and diversity of these services have created a need for increased communication and cooperation among professionals concerning standards relative to procedures, protocols, and personnel. (Author/MJB)

Possible drug-behavior relationships were viewed from a developmental perspective (e.g., sex, age, and maturation rate), insofar as drug effects will be directly related to the level of physiological and psychological maturation achieved by the drug user. Consequently, proposals were made dealing with drug education in the schools. (Author)

Results support the concept that perception of a missing fundamental is based on periodic neural activity. Suggests that the pitch of the missing fundamental is mediated by elements sensitive to frequencies other than those within the band of the masking noise. (Author/MA)

Calculates energy expenditures for the activities of running and bicycling and discusses the heat dissipative perspiration system of the human body. (CP)

Discusses the use of radioactive isotopes to graphically represent changes in the amount of blood flowing in areas of the human cerebral cortex, reflecting changes in the activity of those areas. Numerous illustrations are included. (Author/MA)

The biology and ecology of the sea otter are described in this article. Degradation of otter habitats by humans is examined with management implications. (MA)

A summary of some physiological and behavioral studies on shark vision is given. (BB)

The author describes the use of several biofeedback instruments. He discusses the attraction of biofeedback procedures for university counseling centers--focus on self-control of behavior, client preferance, large variety of potential applications and consequent extension of services. Informed consent issues and implications for counselor training…

Discusses physical activities for six age groups in the 4-month to 6-year range which emphasize the interaction between parent and child. Briefly describes those exercises which are appropriate for each age group. (BR)