Reviewed 39 empirical studies in which direct observational methods were used to assess children in whom attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) had been diagnosed. Found that classroom studies distinguished ADHD children from comparison groups better than laboratory studies. Behaviors that most consistently distinguished ADHD children…

Examined limited practice of consultation in schools. Trained five doctoral students in school psychology in behavioral consultation procedures using written manuals, videotape models, behavioral rehearsal, performance feedback, self-monitoring, and generalization training. Consultants worked with elementary school teachers who presented actual…

Focuses on school-based consultation, particularly the interpersonal nature of consultation as viewed through selected perspectives characterizing interpersonal communication research. Presents Bochner et al.'s (1991) three generic perspectives (control, coordination, and contextualized interaction) and discusses each in relation to recent and/or…

Attitudinal data concerning integration of students with disabilities into regular classrooms were gathered from six groups of Australian educators (principals, regular teachers, resource teachers, school psychologists/counselors, and two groups of preschool directors). Considerable attitudinal differences were found both within and among…

Peer tutoring has been used as an effective program for students with academic difficulties. This article provides information on the efficacy of considering behavioral function and structure and data addressing ecobehavioral variables to establish a productive learning environment. Infusing peer-tutoring programs with applied behavior analysis…

Surveyed ethnic and racial minority psychologists to solicit their perceptions about their professional needs and experiences. Results revealed three important professional needs: (1) increase the profession's sensitivity to multicultural concerns; (2) include more ethnic and racial minority psychologists in leadership positions; and (3) heighten…

Examines both professional rank and institutional prestige in an analysis of the career trajectories of academic psychologists. Explores the two determinants of a "good" job both immediately after graduate school and at least six years later. Concludes that those working at higher prestige institutions tended to occupy lower status…

Conducted communitywide experimental change program aimed at improving social climate of fourth, fifth, and sixth grade classrooms in one school system in northern Israel. Thirty-three classrooms were randomly assigned to either small-group or whole-class work on topics in classroom life or to control group. Whole-class group showed improvement in…

Notes that adolescents with alcohol or drug problems may be referred to school psychologists for assessment and may demonstrate symptoms similar to learning disabilities or emotional disturbance. Discusses prereferral questionnaires, initial interviews, behavioral observations, and assessment devices to help psychologists determine probability…

Examines role of school psychologist in managing services for children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in relation to legal mandates and recent trends in ADHD research and the practice of school psychology. Considers limitations of school-based model; emphasizes need for close collaboration between school- and clinic-based…

The validity of vignettes used to elicit subject responses in social science research is examined in a study of the validity of a group of patient assault vignettes seen by 12 persons with experience in patient care. A model for establishing the validity of vignettes is proposed. (SLD)

Discusses the evolution of children's rights in Western nations. Children have progressed from property to partial person status. The movement toward greater self-determination for children will require the expertise of psychologists in assessing individual levels of development. (DM)

Behavior disorders of children are conceptualized in terms of resistance to intervention; children are considered to have a behavior disorder if their behavioral excesses or deficits or situationally inappropriate behaviors persist at unacceptable levels after school-based interventions. The factors that contribute to resistance to intervention…

The 1992-93 directory of college and university personnel preparation programs lists (1) programs for training teachers of the deaf, by state; (2) programs for professional specialists (i.e., rehabilitation counselors, psychologists, audiologists, media personnel, and others); and (3) programs for training interpreters. (DB)

Describes a research project for high school students in which they write to an important figure in psychology to ascertain their contributions to the field. Students sent letters to 113 psychologists and received replies from 72 of them. Reports students were enthusiastic about the project. (NL)