Solutions to the massive problems of sex and sexuality are not apparent; however, it is obvious that old approaches are not working and that a whole new reassessment of fundamentals may be in order. (MB)

States that the more research there is on a social problem the harder it is for policy-makers and courts to get the sort of guidance they often say they want: clear recommendations about what to do, or at least clear alternatives. Considers this conflict with regard to racial research and school integration. (Author/RK)

Societal turbulence in the next decade may adversely affect the delivery of services to intellectually disabled persons. The implementation of ideological and cost saving strategies will return increasing numbers to the community. Those who fear these vulnerable people might be abandoned in this least restrictive of alternatives should speak out.…

Reports on two longitudinal studies of two-year-old children who were extreme in the display of either behavioral restraint or spontaneity in unfamiliar contexts. Indicates that by age seven most of the restrained group were socially avoidant while the spontaneous children were talkative and interactive. (TW)

Corroborated previous research findings demonstrating that problem-solving moderated stress-related depressive symptoms, showing effective problem solvers under high levels of stress reported significantly lower depression than did ineffective problem solvers. Used a prospective design with two measures, controlled for prior depression level, and…

Examines the current state of family sociology and the problems in teaching this subject. Presents alternatives to the traditional presentations about the family. (BSR)

As aging affects society increasingly, occupational social workers can benefit from gerontological research and practice in developing programs to help older employees counteract ageism, prepare for retirement, cope with health challenges, and reduce stress in family relations. The workplace is a convenient site for preventive and therapeutic…

Social policies and programs for aged are characterized by failure to recognize that females predominate among elderly persons. Masculine bias toward independence and disregard for feminine values of relatedness are considered in relation to studies of interdependence of elderly, their families, and communities. Foundations of this bias are found…

Summarizes the incidents of vandalism and violence perpetrated by a teenage group called "skinheads," which occurred on the north side of Chicago, Illinois, on the night of November 9, 1987. Includes information about "skinhead" activities around the United States and how communities and the media have reacted. (JDH)

Explored social and psychological problems associated with male youth growing up in the 1930s. Examined how transitions to adulthood, search for identity, and role development were affected by social, economic, and political factors in the depression. It appears that the transition to adulthood has not been a smooth evolution but has been affected…

State terrorism is defined as terrorism undertaken by a government against people within its own national boundaries. This article reviews the 12-point anti-terrorism program of Amnesty International, lists the psychological needs of victims, and catalogs the various methods of torture used in state terrorism. (JDH)

Reflects on the author's tenure as editor of NCTE's elementary-level professional journal during the social upheaval of the late 1960s and early 1970s. (HTH)

Reviews Jonathan Kozol's book, "Illiterate America." Asserts that Kozol's argument is insensitive to cultural variation and stems from an unquestioning commitment to humanism. Argues that conventional definitions of "literacy" have tended to be more closely related to particular social structures and values than to cognitive development and…

Students from 25 nations and senior scientists examined ethical and social dimensions of decision making about science and technology during the 1985 Student Pugwash Conference on scientists' individual responsibilities. Working groups focused on toxic wastes, military uses of space, energy and poverty, genetic engineering, and individual rights.…

Records an informal conversation with Myles Horton, who has spent over 50 years helping people achieve control of their world and over conflict situations. Topics include current social issues, Horton's Highlander Folk School, roles of trust and experience in the educational process, and teaching methods. (Author/CH)