The author proposes a counseling unit adapted to include disadvantaged youth's need for immediate gratification by payment for participation in intensive counseling. This counseling setting provides an opportunity for the method of successive approximations toward less frequent payment and finally toward payment on a regular fixed interval basis.…

A program of free medical evaluation of children in a Harlem school received strong parent support. The ultimate solution to health screening and referral lies in development of adequate comprehensive health care programs, facilities, and staff. Meanwhile, changes in school practices are suggested. (CJ)

Investigates the resistance to temptation of disadvantaged 5-year-old Negro children in a game-like situation. (WY)

The physical education department of the Pennsylvania Advancement School of Philadelphia has established a reading and communication skill project that uses the appeal of sports to help students improve their basic skills. (Author)

Presents information regarding the qualifications of teachers, their identification with the problems of inner-city schools, and their commitments to teaching in the inner-city. (JM)

Examines factors found among low income groups that differentiate the adequate parent from the neglectful parent. A more extensive version of this paper was presented at the CWLA South Pacific Regional Conference at San Francisco in 1969. (NH)