This analysis is an attempt to build theory by identifying and reworking propositions that are sufficiently general and precisely stated that they can be used as a basis for deductively explaining why variation occurs in the ease of making various role transitions. (Author)

In this article, a clinical psychologist articulates the interpretative procedures by which family constellation data and early recollections are processed to build an account of a person's basic orientation toward life, his life style." (Author)

Limited empirical and clinical-experiential studies support the view that a reading disorder indicates that relationships within the family are upset and that it contributes to the stability of the family system. Family treatment attempts indicate that reading problem families avoid change by extruding the helping person through devious maneuvers.…

Discusses the need for comprehensive and appropriate programs in consumer education. (JF)

Presents principles and techniques in teaching human development and family life education to small groups of students. (SB)

There are four prominent common law defenses to a divorce suit. They are condonation, recrimination, collusion, and connivance. The defense of condonation should be abolished because it obstructs reconciliation. (Author/BY)

Findings suggest that unhappy marriage is a disability, analogous to minority race, economic deprivation or physical illness. (Author)

Auxiliary materials, exciting and varied formats, and consistent revision help provide high quality content to wide and scattered student audiences at a variety of hours. (Author)

Reviews two conferences sponsored by the Ackerman Institute for Family Therapy: "Professional Systems and the Family," focusing on the interfaces among family therapists and professionals in education, health care, and human resources, and "Family Systems Over Time: The Fourth Dimension," focusing on the family life cycle, and…

Flextime bears directly on the quality of work life, employment opportunities, and women's employment, and is of great benefit to families with children. (JOW)

American families are diverse. While they share many common concerns and problems, some have concerns and problems that are unique. This must be recognized if programs, policies, and services are to be relevant to families in the 80s. (JOW)