The Native American during the 200 years, to be celebrated by the Bicentennial, as protrayed in literature (particularly Mark Twain's) is discussed. (NQ)

The use of hypnosis in a pediatric setting has the potential for yielding effective results. Obstacles to its use are inappropriate training of psychologists in pediatric psychology, resistance to hypnosis from the pediatricians and mental health professionals, fragmented communication, and constant demand for space and time. Success of hypnosis…

This report describes the psychological profile of a police officer who suffers from three dimensions of emotional complication: combat post-traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD), alcoholism, and role immersion. Each of the three dimensions is discussed separately, followed by a discussion of their interaction and unification. It is noted that alcohol…

The purpose of this research was to examine 18- to 30-month-old children's use of scripts for representing common events. A script is defined as a model that specifies the roles and props appropriate to an event and identifies a sequence of acts for achieving the goal defined by the event. Two aspects of script knowledge were investigated: (1) the…

The capabilities of child psychiatrists and the relevance of their services are explained. (GW)

Examines the role of the journalist in preparing the various student publications and discusses the difficulties facing the reporter trying to find a logical and honest approach to reporting the news. (RB)

The movement toward professionalization of the child care field necessitates a look at the serious and complex problems of conceptualization and practical organization of roles, programs and personnel. (Author/CS)

Article listed twelve gains from having women share in the same opportunities and responsibilities as men contrasted with current attitudes men have towards women. (RK)

Discussed the need for shared responsibility among men and women and the changing role of women in society. (RK)

Based on part of a study done as partial fulfillment of the requirements for the PhD degree at the University of Chicago, and supported by the Institute for Juvenile Research, Chicago.

Summary of Thomas J. Rillo's unpublished doctoral dissertation, Southern Illinois University, 1964.

It is argued that the role of the evaluator is fluid and subject to unpredictable change over time. Two key principles from systems theory support the above: (1) the definition of an organization as an open system, and (2) the self-regulatory or cybernetic nature of systems. Actual experiences are drawn upon to describe that interrupted the…

The booklet describes the roles of volunteers in child abuse and neglect programs. Cited are such traditional volunteer functions as fund raising organization, coordination, promotion of public awareness, and advocacy. Among innovative roles considered are parent-aides, lay therapists, providers of direct services to children, and surrogate…

In a memorandum to the Chief of Planning and Program Development, Teacher Corps, the Program Development Specialist for the Pontiac Urban Corps in Oakland examines the role of the program development specialist. Although the program was successful in that 31 beginning teachers were placed and modules were developed in three discipline areas, the…