Considers role of research in helping counselors examine their assumptions regarding the complex issue of abortion. Concludes issues that are not resolved in open social forums are likely to be the issues for which clients seek resolution behind counselor's open door. (Author/ABL)

Examines dilemmas caused when people seek to extend their moral community beyond themselves and their blood relations. Discusses limits of a moral community. Explores the entitlements included in an extended moral view. Discusses how this extension is achieved and who decides outcomes. Comments on when responsibility ends. (JS)

In light of the fact that America's families are becoming an increasingly important item on the intervention agenda, the ongoing work of the "To Strengthen Families" Project of Vanderbilt's Center for the Study of Families and Children is described. A model designed from an analysis of values suggesting that America should strive to become the…

Examines changes in global culture and values and their impact on families. Identifies five conundrums for families attempting intentional socialization of their children for new global values: (1) stability versus change; (2) universal versus particular family model; (3) intentional versus laissez-faire socialization; (4) safety versus danger;…