A behavioral consultation school psychology service model is presented which provides a vehicle for services and communication of process and outcome measures in program evaluation research. The consultation model promotes process and outcome evaluation, leads to use of an applied research technology, and provides a communication technology for…

The author describes in personal terms the genesis of his introductory psychology text, Understanding Human Behavior. (Author)

Purpose was to determine what parents want and the degree to which they value psychoeducational reports prepared by school psychologists. The sample (N=44) consisted of parents whose children were seen as out-patients of the UCLA Learning Disorder Clinic. Results showed positive impressions regarding evaluations, usefulness, and content. (Author)

A survey of 96 school psychologists and 75 school superintendents showed the two groups to have generally similar personal value systems and to be in overall agreement in their respective rankings of school psychology goals. (Author)

The current status of French industrial psychology is evaluated. Within the social and economic context of contemporary France, varying ideologies and scarce resources have created a gap between applied and academic industrial psychology. Personnel practices and systems and organizational research are noted. (Editor)

The role of the mental health professionals in helping parents of handicapped children is explored. (CL)

Because a state must provide personal security for children in its care, possible false positive errors in identifying maltreatment are less grievous in schools and other institutions than in families. States have a legal duty to prevent intrusions upon privacy that may damage self-esteem. School psychologists have to prevent such intrusions. (JAZ)

The translation of research into practice in school psychology is seen as having three related but distinct components: (1) the application of research findings to practice; (2) practice as a form of research; and (3) practice informing research. It is concluded that research and practice are compatible, but that stereotypic thinking about…

This article identifies factors which have contributed to difficulty in implementing the scientist-practitioner (S-P) model as a training doctrine in school psychology. Various conceptualizations of S-P training are discussed and the fundamental principles upon which the S-P model is built are identified. (Author/LMO)

Surveyed school psychologists (N=127) practicing under three types of state criteria used in identifying children as seriously emotionally disturbed (SED) to determine the legal accuracy of their identifications of 12 behavioral descriptions of specific disorders. Found considerable differences in the perceptions of school psychology personnel.…

The article examines how teachers and school psychologists can work together more effectively in using school psychologists' testing skills and helping them to provide better psychological assessment services. (CB)

A short-term resolution of the professional differences separating the American Psychological Association and the National Association of School Psychologists appears impossible. There have been some joint efforts by the groups that may lead to constructive movement in matters of concern such as professional autonomy and comprehensive service…

The realities of indirect service delivery are examined, and indirect services that might ideally be provided are considered. Obstacles to moving into a more indirect service oriented model of service delivery, including system-level factors, personal factors, and training factors are discussed. Suggestions are provided for overcoming obstacles.…

Results of a national survey of counseling psychologists indicated they spend the majority of their professional time providing individual psychotherapy; are eclectic in theoretical orientation; are increasingly identified with the work setting of private practice; and are satisfied with their graduate and internship training. (Author/BL)

Behavioral technologies have provided psychologists with considerable power to influence opinions and behavior. This article examines possible problems experienced as a consequence of this power. The use of behavioral technology is likely to produce changes in the values, beliefs, and behavior of social science practitioners. (Author.LHW)