Results supported the hypothesis that underachievers are significantly more likely to report and display "irresponsible behaviors arising from impulsivity and anxiety over achievement in work situations. (Author)

This article describes some of the "games" or roles delinquents play in order to achieve excitement and happiness within their lives. (JH)

Examined a Sufi personality typology that describes nine life strategies depicted by a nine-sided figure called the enneagram. Devised an objective 135-item test instrument to differentiate the nine styles, and obtained positive results. Enneagram typology may have diagnostic, prognostic, and heuristic value for studying personality structure and…

Presents a model of vocational theory which considers the problems generated by normative theories, using a cognitive model of behavior and incorporating life-style parameters. Outlines research implications of the model. (WAS)

Different types of time-series data sets can be used to identify cultural change and continuity. Indicators, including musical instruments, clothing, sporting goods, drugs, garbage, telephones, and magazines, are used to study social change since World War II. (Author/RM)

Presents a scenario for family life in the year 2001. This highly technological vision of the future includes expanded telecommunication networks, sophisticated information processing systems, new industrial and farming methods, transportation, and medical advances. (AM)

Variance in the level and expression of achievement orientation was examined with 1,120 women. Levels of achievement orientation were stable; career and family attainment values varied with age and life-cycle stage. Career values were more likely to be high among women who were young, single, or mothers of older children. (Author/HLM)

Assessed the relative effects of contracted abstinence and a class in alcoholism on college students' attitudes and behavior toward alcohol use. The alcohol class was effective in modifying self-reported drinking behavior,while contracted abstinence was an effective tool when used in the context of an alcohol class. (Author)

Discusses the unique strengths of gay couples and major issues which need more consideration. Suggests guidelines for counselors and psychologists working with gay couples, based on a survey of homosexuals and professionals who work with them. Urges professionals to accept homosexuality and develop good counseling skills in this area. (Author/JAC)

Compared changes in self-perceived levels of solitary, social, physical, and cultural activities among recent retirees with changes among continuing workers. Findings reflect a relative continuity in perception of leisure activity levels. Retirees did not see themselves as being more involved in leisure activities than their working peers.…

Offers a positive perspective on the devolution of delinquency. Examines life experiences involved in delinquency devolution of one former juvenile offender and argues for a less pathological perspective of human behavior. Presents an alternative approach, "Positive Outcomes Research." (Author/JAC)

A recent trend in community recreation programing is to implement special fitness programs for the disabled. However, physical fitness programing should present the opportunity for the disabled individual to move toward his optimal level of functioning and to return to a normal healthful lifestyle. (JN)

Presents a bibliographic review essay on Latin American families. The essay is presented in three major categories: (1) the family and enterprise; (2) the family--different regions, time periods, and socioeconomic conditions and (3) family networks. Entries include historical literature and articles in the English language, films, and novels. (DB)

Found that the family backgrounds of couples who have willingly elected either to have or not to have children are very similar. Though levels of marital satisfaction are also very similar, childless couples tend to have less traditional attitudes toward women and interact more with each other. (Author)