A program to train parents of mentally handicapped children to utilize behavior modification techniques in the home is described. A system for cooperation between the parent and teacher is outlined. (CD)

Discusses the specific function of nutrition rehabilitation centers in developing countries: to educate the mothers through the nutritional rehabilitation of their children. (NH)

Talk presented at special study institute for parents held in Birmingham, Alabama (Nov. 6-8, 1968). (RJ)

The applicability of the Denver Prescreening Developmental Questionnaire in a predominantly Black, low-income population in Mobile, Alabama was assessed. Journal Availability: Pediatrics, American Academy of Pediatrics, P.O. Box 1034, Evanston, IL 60204. (Author/SEW)

Compared the relative effectiveness of individual home training and traditional group training for foster parents (N=29). All parents received combined behavioral/reflective parent training. While there were few differences in outcome related to attitudes and knowledge, measures of child behavior improvement and parent satisfaction favored home…

Extensive empirical evidence exists to support the efficacy and utility of parent-mediated alternative procedures in behavior modification for handicapped and normal children with academic, social, and behavioral difficulties. Specific and general reservations are reviewed with considerations for the prescription and implementation of programs;…

Studied the direction and magnitude of error of expectations of parents who abused or neglected their children. Results confirmed that abusing parents are less knowledgeable about children's developmental progress than non-abusers. Differences were also found in parental expectations. (Author/JAC)

Discusses pregnancy from four perspectives: as a normative crisis period; as a developmental process including both the pregnant woman and the expectant father; as an experience affecting marital relationships, including the presence of family violence; and as a context for prevention and intervention. (RH)

A Parent Assistance Plan (PAP) was designed to teach parents to work on their children's language at home. Of four matched groups of nursery children, one received PAP, one PAP plus Distar language at school, one Distar only, and one no treatment. PAP groups showed significantly greater language development. (Author/SJL)

This article presents some of the issues and strategies involved in planning, conducting, and evaluating in-service education programs for parents. (MM)

This article, based on the authors' work in South Yorkshire, examines some of the attitudes and dynamics within a mother's group and participants' reactions to group leaders who are child specialists. Some guidelines are presented on developing a parent education group for mothers of young children. (SJL)

Assessed effectiveness of Adlerian parent study groups in facilitating democratic parental attitudes and behavior toward children and determined whether children's self-esteem increased with this kind of parental education. Reliability of measurement scales was assessed. Data indicated high reliability for the scales and beneficial aspects of the…

Describes a course offered by Chicago's Museum of Science and Industry designed to complement its Saturday Science Program, in which parents become involved in their children's science education. (CS)

Sesame Street has developed curricula for and about children with special needs. Further efforts of The Children's Television Workshop have included programs to show parents and teachers how to use Sesame Stree with normal and disabled children. (CL)

Presented are guidelines for establishing, housing, and publicizing a Parent Drop-In Center, a library/ information clearinghouse where parents can learn about child development and early childhood education, borrow toys, and communicate with teachers. (SJL)