Advocates extra time between kindergarten and the first grade for academically and socially immature children to acquire learning skills and develop positive self-esteem. Includes three case studies of former transitional class students. (PKP)

Discusses John Dixon's book, "Growth through English." Notes that it was an elegant summary of the ideas generated through the Anglo-American Conference at Dartmouth College in 1966. Considers what would still sound fresh and invigorating nearly 35 years later and what would sound quaint and dated. (SG)

Describes Gender Aware Therapy (GAT) which integrates feminist therapy and knowledge of gender into principles of counseling for both women and men. Claims GAT encourages counselors to facilitate the development of women and men through exploration of their unique gender-related experiences. Describes foundations, principles, stages, and…

Examined how narcissistic intrusion during early childhood may develop into narcissistic difficulties which manifest themselves later in life in feelings of loneliness in elderly women (N=207). Results indicated loneliness in old age was greater among an intruded group in comparison to those whose parental influence was not intrusive. (Author/ABL)

Examines significant events that have influenced the personal and professional development of pioneers in the counseling field who have been interviewed in the "Journal of Counseling and Development." Presents some of the pioneers' observations and reflections about counselor training. (ABL)

Discusses problems of general interest in developmental psychology that can be successfully studied in the domain of food; these include (1) development of food likes and dislikes; (2) establishment of the edible/inedible distinction; (3) disgust and contagion; (4) transgenerational communication of preferences; and (5) transition to food…

Claims that meeting the health care needs of homosexual and bisexual teenagers has become public health imperative. Points out stigma of homosexuality often gives rise to psychosocial problems for teenagers in process of sexual identity development. Offers suggestions to support healthy development, assist recovery from stigma, and avert…

This annotated bibliography describes 15 journal articles on gifted females. Topics include: educational strategies; personality outcomes; special guidance concerns; internal barriers to the realization of potential; life satisfaction; teacher attitudes; psychological development; nontraditional vocational enrollment; sex differences; career…

Examines the role that affect may play in the understanding of human development. An ecological approach to perception is used to provide a basis for discussion of the adaptive function of affect. (PCB)

Provides a framework for discussion of a nonindividual approach to the understanding of development. Emphasizes the need to capture the dynamic nature of interactive events which characterize participation in human life. Suggests that some concepts associated with developmental studies may need to be discarded. (PCB)

Presents triple-helix model of adult development which incorporates three major roles: family, work, and self, each powered by drive for self-esteem. Asserts that this approach accommodates wide range of possible patterns and varied timing of life events relative to career options, family and relationship choices, and emphasis on self-development.…

Preferences for moving versus static bars were assessed in 8-, 16-, and 20-week-old infants. Findings revealed that at both 16 and 20 weeks, preferences were affected only by the velocity of the bar's movement. This effect persisted at 20 weeks even when static reference features were added to the display. (RH)

Applies Erikson's life cycle conception of ego integrity versus despair in old age to three octogenarian women: Augusta Turnley (fiction), Florida Scott-Maxwell, and Arie Carpenter. Both dialectical struggle in Erikson's model of old age and specific components of ego integrity, despair, and wisdom are made concrete in theoretical exploration of…

Used archival data on individuals identified as shy and reserved in late childhood in 1954 to trace the continuities and consequences of the individuals' behavioral style for the subsequent 30 years of their lives. Childhood shyness did not produce pathological or extreme outcomes, but did have significant consequences for later development,…

Encourages adult educators to rediscover the art of letter writing and to realize its personal development benefits for adult learners. Suggests that letter writing promotes transformational learning and self-development, empowers students by giving them voice, and forges collaborative learning. (JOW)