Reviews a program designed to increase participation in scientific careers by physically handicapped individuals who have interest in and aptitude for science. This program is the first effort of its kind to direct special attention toward increasing participation of physically handicapped students in the sciences through federally funded…

The majority of handicapped students can and should be integrated into the regular physical education program. Children who exhibit severe motor impairment should be placed in specialized programs. Segregated programs should develop sufficient levels of skill so that the child can be integrated into the regular program. (JN)

Reported is a conference held at the Pocono Environmental Education Center, Dingman's Ferry, Pennsylvania. It was designed to provide science and environmental educators with an opportunity to work with physically handicapped persons in outdoor activities. (PB)

Raises legal issues for private schools, especially those with a religious affiliation, regarding the Education for All Handicapped Children Act of 1975 (PL 94-142). Specifically discusses "least restrictive environment" concept, individualized educational program (IEP), competency testing, and procedural safeguards. (DC)

Presents skills for teaching the elderly subculture. Three specific problem areas are explored: (1) motivational strategies; (2) suggestions for dealing with the physical problems one may encounter in the learning situation; and (3) the practical factors involved in planning for and carrying out instruction. (Author/RC)

Children as young as third graders possess distinct attitudes toward the mentally ill. These attitudes are distinct from attitudes toward other disability groups. The existence and the nature of children's attitudes toward the mentally ill provide support of social labeling theory. (Author)

Handicapped college students view the attitudes of the nonhandicapped as the major barrier facing them. Other concerns include finding a rewarding career, architectual barriers and financial need. Faculty and students need to be aware of both the problems and contributions of the handicapped. (JAC)

The author discusses attitude formation and attitude change and suggests how administrators, teachers, and counselors can help change negative attitudes toward the handicapped and develop positive ones. (KC)

Articles on attitudes of rehabilitation service providers were reviewed for: (1) attitudes toward disabled people; (2) correlates of attitudes; (3) attitude changes; (4) attitude and outcome; (5) attitudes toward other team members. Much of the research was unsatisfactory from design and sampling points of view. Recommendations are made. (Author)

Severe complications of diabetes are more likely to occur with the juvenile diabetic and problems of psychosocial adjustment are recurring and difficult. Implications for the rehabilitation counselor are discussed in terms of employment considerations, the effects of complications, genetic counseling, and cooperation with other professionals.…

Identifies materials (trade books) that may be used in the regular elementary school classroom to create an awareness of the abilities of handicapped children. (Author/MP)

As part of Lapham Elementary School's mainstreaming project MAZE, student volunteers serve as aides in the music classes of their handicapped schoolmates. (SJL)

Psychological treatment techniques for the control of self-injury in a 13-year-old male with de Lange syndrome (a rare disorder characterized by retarded mental and physical development) are presented. Techniques, which included mild punishment, time out, and differential reinforcement, produced a clinically significant control of self-injurious…

The principal of a special school for physically and mentally handicapped students in Milwaukee reviews the history of services for handicapped persons as well as current approaches used in her school. Provisions for least restrictive environment are discussed, and the concept of appropriate and individual education programs is applied to…

Discusses the needs of handicapped college students for special support services and qualifications for persons filling that role. Student personnel training programs should stress understanding between handicapped and nonhandicapped students. Handicapped students should be encouraged to apply for such programs. (JAC)