This study tested Gross's theory of role conflict resolution by collecting measures on the predictor variables in advance of the time at which principals encountered and resolved role conflict, and by closely replicating other procedures used by Gross. The Accuracy of predictions failed to exceed levels of chance, casting serious doubt on the…

Children and young people can help guide an adult as he tries to counsel, teach and live with them. Personal integrity is maintained with a minimum of belligerency when each side feels it has a voice in decision-making. (NH)

The three basic school management styles are described here, along with some perceptions of how the principal's free choice of style is thwarted by certain conditions. (Editor)

The physician can provide valuable counseling for parents of learning disabled children, medical information concerning the child's health, and suggestions for treatment to supplement or be integrated into the student's educational program. (SW)

The article presents a physician's viewpoints on services to handicapped children. Among the areas addressed are independent case management, the various needs of the severely retarded child, and training of professionals serving the handicapped. (SB)

Observation of role-playing behavior in 16 four-year-old children in same-sex paired interactions revealed: (1) a differential perception of male, female, parental, and conjugal roles, particularly in terms of competence; (2) accuracy, depth, and breadth of sex role portrayals; and (3) preference for same-sex role play. (Author/GC)

The pediatrician has a primary responsibility for guiding parents through the early diagnostic phase and helping them cope with the multiplicity of ongoing and emerging medical problems that tend to arise. In addition, pediatricians can assist parents to become more confident and competent in relating to their handicapped children (Author)

Examined therapist and client perceptions of transcripts of psychotherapy--one using facilitative conditions as treatment and one using them as intermediate variables leading to assertive training. For therapists, assertive training was estimated as more effective. The behavioral therapist was seen as more expert. For clients, no significant…

Reviews selected research on personal and family stress and outlines some of the most effective strategies for stress management. Topics include effective management strategies for individuals, families under stress, stress pile-ups, conflicting role expectations, and effective coping strategies for families. (CT)

The author describes the range of services and duties of resource room teachers for handicapped students. Many conceptions favor the role of teacher consultant and emphasize needed skills in communicating with and demonstrating for peers. (CL)