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Wendt, Dennis C., Jr.; Slife, Brent D. – American Psychologist, 2007
In its policy rationale for evidence-based practice in psychology (EBPP), the APA Presidential Task Force on Evidence-Based Practice (see record 2006-05893-001) claims to have constituted itself with "scientists and practitioners from a wide range of perspectives and traditions, reflecting the diverse perspectives within the field" (p. 273). We…
Descriptors: Psychology, Psychologists, Misconceptions, Evidence
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Gallagher, James J. – American Psychologist, 1990
Discusses the role of psychologists and other social scientists in public policy and decision making. Describes four centers devoted to child and family policy established by the Bush Foundation. Includes several personal observations about the relationships between professionals, decision makers, and policy implementation. (EVL)
Descriptors: Decision Making, Higher Education, Policy Formation, Professional Training
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Melton, Gary B. – American Psychologist, 1983
Current presumptions about adolescents' incompetence as decision makers are largely unsupported by psychological research. There are psychological and social benefits in recognizing adolescents as autonomous persons with independent interests in liberty and privacy. Policymakers should consider adolescents' rights in decisions concerning…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Behavioral Science Research, Child Advocacy, Childrens Rights