Asserts that the existence of Blacks is suppressed by a White dominated world. Argues that social science as it presently exists is an inappropriate superstructure for the development of a psychology of liberation and presents "cultural science" as an alternative model. (Author/DA)

The pamphlet discusses several puzzling disorders of childhood, including autism, atypical personality development (childhood psychosis), psychosocial dwarfism, and Tourette's syndrome. Psychosocial dwarfism is said to be characterized by a marked reduction in physical development and by immaturity in behavior, while Tourette's syndrome involves…

Research shows that there is a positive relationship between high energy levels and creativity and giftedness. To provide for the high energy levels, these children need to be kept busy at beneficial activities such as independent study, individualized programs, and/or enrichment classes. (Author/PHR)

Defines Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy in children up to eight years, in which the mother falsifies illness in her child by simulating or producing illness, bringing about frequent hospitalizations, painful tests, potentially harmful treatment, and in extreme cases, death. Describes symptoms and suggested professional actions. (DR)

Reports on epidemic of six inpatient suicides in Finnish psychiatric hospital. Notes that suggestion and identification had effect on timing and method of four of six suicides. Views epidemic from individual, network, and organizational perspectives. Speculates on how such epidemics could be avoided. (Author/NB)

Reconceptualizes issue of racial identity development so that it is not just limited to issue of oppression and provides beginning framework for conceptualizing ethnic identity development that can be used for members of both minority and majority ethnic groups. Presents propositions leading toward development of theory of ethnic group identity…

The authors developed a model of the relationships between racial identity development and socially desirable responding, using a sample of African American undergraduate students. Instruments used were the Racial Identity Attitude Scale-Long Form (J. E. Helms & T. A. Parham, 1996) and the Balanced Inventory of Desirable Responding (D. L.…

Discusses the significance of two psychological variables (internal and external control) on Black civil rights in the last century. Identifies three eras: Colored-external, Negro-internal, and Black-external-internal. Reviews civil rights tactics for each era and also examines poetry as a reflection of the ideology of the times. (Author/GC)

Explores the transference phenomenon and five of its manifestations in the counseling situation, including perceptions of the counselor as: (1) ideal, (2) seer, (3) nurturer, (4) frustrator, and (5) nonentity. Proposes methods for managing clients' transference behaviors. (LLL)

Describes the problems and therapeutic needs of women in the process of identifying themselves as lesbians. Explores means of working through denial rationales. Therapists must recognize their own feelings toward lesbianism in order to provide support, clarification and information during this period. (JAC)

Using an environmental perspective that acknowledges the importance of places to an individual's sense of identity, this article examines the meaning of neighborhoods and their function for urban residents. Presents a brief case study of the Lubavitch Hasidim, a sect of orthodox Jews (Brooklyn, New York), to assess group affiliation and commitment…

Describes Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI). Looks at history and development of the MBTI, characteristics, scores, Jung's theory of lifelong development, the dynamic interaction of the four functions measured by the MBTI, the construction of the MBTI, use with groups, how to use type tables, and use of the MBTI in career counseling. (NB)

Notes growing interest in children with Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and suspicion that rise in family violence, violence in schools, and other stressors may lead to characteristic PTSD symptoms of reexperiencing trauma, psychological numbing, and increased states of arousal. Examines characteristics of childhood PTSD and its causes.…

Provides lists of gang identifiers and terminology. Suggests that, to find out names and associated identifiers of local gangs, readers should talk to their local police. Included in listing are descriptions of gang-related symbols, physical signals, graffiti, slogans, right-left rules, colors, clothing, jewelry, hair styles, and fingernails. Also…

Focuses on suicidal ideation/attempts in children and adolescents. Identifies risk factors for suicidal behavior and precipitating events. Examples of suicidal thoughts, threats, and attempts are provided. Other sections consider assessment of suicide risk, responsibilities of school and treatment facility personnel, provision of emotional…