Introduces the librarian to the needs of the developmentally disabled as revealed through young people's literature. A 41-item bibliography of resources is included. (LLS)

It is suggested that the Child Study Team develop alternative educational plans (AEP's) for those referred students who are ineligible for special education. The AEP would be similar to the individualized education plan (IEP), except that the regular classroom teacher would be responsible for implementation. (Author/BW)

Assuming responsibility for one's continuing education is the obligation of each professional. Continuing education does not provide adequate structure for individual development. However, some models have surfaced which enable individuals to examine, plan, and evaluate their continuing professional development needs; these include self-assessment…

Police officers (N=153) completed a self-report instrument measuring overt and covert anxiety, and a demographic survey exploring officers' perceptions of their need for counseling and to determine factors that predispose officers to seek counseling. Results indicated that officers would seek counseling if services were available. (RC)

Describes a model hypothesizing that differential service prescription based on client characteristics improves successful rehabilitation outcome. Studies the validity of this model using entry characteristics and services rendered to Goodwill Industries clients (N=445) as independent variables. Treatment outcome or placement was the criterion.…

Considered are the special needs of physically disabled adolescents and the development of community programs to serve these needs. Several New York City programs are described as examples of program development models. Noted is the lack of programs incorporating teens who use wheelchairs into mainstreamed programs. (DB)

A needs assessment conducted in senior citizens' clubs in Virginia confirmed the hypothesis that the needs of older adults vary according to their socioeconomic status. Data from such community-based studies yield important information for planning programs for the elderly. (SK)

Describes an approach which overcomes the discrepancy between the aims of management training programs and the needs of management in organizations. (JOW)

Maslow's need hierarchy theory is restated by means of a matrix arrangement of the constructs within the theory. After consideration of the consequences of this restatement, some significant research is discussed and directions for future research suggested. (Author)

A survey of the use and usefulness of psychological reports was completed with rehabilitation counselors in Kentucky and Illinois. Results suggested that problems rehabilitation counselors have with services delivered by contract psychologists include nonspecific and unrealistic recommendations and too little individualization of reports. (Author)

The central implication of this study of the needs of teachers is that most of the changes in structure necessary to provide a fertile environment for teachers with higher order needs can be wrought by the building principal. (Author/IRT)

Freedom from material insecurity brings with it new human expectations. Demands for personal fulfillment and development of human potential will increasingly be placed on schools, and change will be necessary for organizational success and individual self-actualization. The authors present ten principles for bringing about desired changes.…

Parenting a handicapped child can be perceived as an opportunity for personal growth. Given this orientation, the truly empathic counselor assists parents in learning the skills and attitudes needed to deal effectively with their child and to learn to transform their own pain into caring and love. (Author)

Investigates the relative importance of individual vs organizational variables in predicting job satisfaction and turnover. Individual variables are more important than organizational factors in predicting satisfaction with the work itself. Results support the importance of organizational factors over individual factors for professionals for the…

Discusses inclusion of people with developmental disabilities in managed care as part of general efforts by states to enroll all Medicaid recipients. Elements of managed care that are important to people with developmental disabilities are reviewed, including care coordination, maintenance of quality, and individual and family support. (Author/CR)