Responses of four people to the book "Future Shock" are analyzed in relation to Erik Erikson's theory of personality. Results were interpreted as support for Erickson's theory and as illustration of how people interpret written language in terms of their own situations and life histories. In general, adults applied more detached and…

College students (N=18) participated in a 24-hour marathon gestalt workshop and responded to the Eysenck Personality Inventory before and after the event. Results revealed a significant positive change at the .01 level on a measure of neuroticism-stability and no change on a measure of extroversion-introversion. (Author)

Introduces this thematic issue of CHILD DEVELOPMENT which addresses schooling and child development. (PCB)

Outlines the life and philosophy of noted French child psychologist, Henri Wallon (1879-1962). Reviews the philosophical origins of the Wallonian Approach including the theory of emotions, the development of representational thought, the role of imitation in the formation of representation, and the role of language in the development of thought…

The relationship between psychological development and learning disabilities was examined with 10 learning-disabled male children and 15 adolescents (12 males and 3 females). Common characteristics included problems in work and learning; chronic, low-level depression and anxiety; unconscious concerns about self and others; and character rigidity.…

Books can help children develop a positive self-image and feelings of self-confidence. To aid in the development of a child's shades of self (personal, social, and ideal), a list of books is offered. (DF)

The personality constructs of self-esteem, self-reinforcement, and locus of control were found to be related in a sample of college students. (ST)

Spontaneous thematic play behavior in children is investigated. Environmental prerequisites of play and possible functions of play in cognitive and personality development are discussed. Whether modelling is a prerequisite for thematic play, and the relationship between level of play and creativity test performance in children are assessed. (DP)

The purpose of this study was to determine the differences in the development of certain personality characteristics between students in a team teaching situation and students in a self-contained classroom. The results suggest that the team-taught students seem to be more self-assured and controlled, with a lesser need for attention and success.…

Based on the theoretical model of Erik Erikson's eight ages of man, the author considers the differences in adjustment at each age which could be expected among the aurally handicapped. (KW)

Utilizing structured laboratory situation and intervention approach, role playing children were trained to behave differently in each of these situations in an effort to determine possible effects upon the mothers. Differences in mothers' reinforcing behavior and teaching style were noted in response to the children's changing behaviors. (Authors)

The disadvantaged child is one who cannot be happy or courageous, regardless of race, intelligence, or income. The most important factor in the child's personality development is love. (DM)