This paper is written to propose and describe a set of four criteria for the empirical evaluation of psychiatric classification. (Author)

Pinpoints the implications raised for comparative studies by the internationalization of educational institutions. (Editor/RK)

Differences between Spanish "ir" and "irse" are explained. Use of these verbs is determined by the adverb used with them: an adverb of place will govern use of "ir," while an adverb of time will govern use of "irse.""Ir" also involves a return trip, while "irse" communicates only a going away. (CHK)

Discusses T. S. Elliot's essay, "The Three Voices of Poetry" which conceptualizes the position taken by the poet or creator. Suggests that an examination of documentary film, within the three voices concept, expands the critical framework of the film genre. (MH)

Notes that the mentally ill and the courts would benefit immeasurably if the behavioral sciences would turn their attention to the task of empirically defining two words: dangerous and treatment. (Author/AM)

Applies the philosophical method of concept elucidation to determine whether there are rules governing the use of "curriculum" in educational discourse that would provide guidelines as to which ones are the correct ones. (Author/MLF)

The paper outlines a three dimensional model of person-environment congruence within a rehabilitation context. The model is then used in a discussion aimed at clarifying the concepts of disease, impairment, disability and handicap, and the relationship between the concept of functional assessment and the model. (Author/DB)

Views the designation of "runaway" as a social process, with the concept of "career" being central to this effort by allowing for an identification of where in overall process young persons see themselves. Becoming a runaway is conceived as process of action and reaction, as the end product of a person's actions, reason, and symbols. (Author/NB)

The paper surveys and analyzes the definitions of learning disabilities proposed by experts in the field and by legislative mandate. The discussion is organized around five topics: (1) historical developments, (2) common elements in the definitions, (3) criticisms of federal definitions, (4) theoretical versus operational definitions, and (5)…

Defines environmentalism both as a concept and an activity. As a concept, it encompasses not only environmental conservation but also social, economic, and political issues. As an activity, it focuses on a coordinated, networking, holistic issue approach to environmental problems. Implications of environmentalism (based on the definitions…

Introductory psychology students discuss the definition of aggression and related issues of causation and control. Students are exposed to the many issues involved in defining aggression and develop an understanding of the complexity of such a construct and, thus, the reasons why there is much disagreement about its meaning. (Author/RM)

Examines and rejects common criticisms of the causality concept; shows causality is a relation implied in the grammar of a language about objects. Discusses objective criteria for concepts of causal relations and explains how the concept of causality may be modified to have causes determine probabilities of outcomes. (Author/RH)

Four current approaches to understanding temperament are discussed. Theorists representing four postions--Goldsmith, Buss and Plomin, Rothbart, and Thomas and Chess--outline their views by reponding to six common questions. Commentaries highlighting differences and similarities between the positions are offered by Hinde and McCall. (Author/BN)

Clarifies the idea of information by dividing the range of definitions into different parts and identifying several points of misunderstanding. The discussion covers the sciences relating to the concept of information; the nomenclatures of informatics, informatology, information science, and information sciences; and the multidimensional…