Because disabled children and adults may be particularly vulnerable to sexual abuse, the author discusses warning symptoms (such as sleep and appetite disturbances, and unusual demands for affection or attention) and suggests approaches in both responding to abuse and preventing abuse. (CL)

Shoplifting is as American as income tax fraud and motorists ignoring the 55 m.p.h. speed limit. It knows no age, economic, social, racial, or religious barriers. Shoplifters' motives and methods are examined and ways of combating shoplifting are discussed. (RM)

The paper examines the nature of abnormal stereotyped behavior, favoring a self-stimulation theory over one emphasizing an intrinsic oscillator mechanism. Questions of prevention are noted. (Author/CL)

Alcohol use is legal for persons age 21 and older, and the majority of people who drink do so without incident. However, there is a continuum of potential problems associated with alcohol consumption. This brief addresses the definition of an "alcohol problem" and problems associated with "risky drinking." It also addresses the…

This presentation and training aid provides a brief overview and discussion of the nature and scope of youth suicide, what prevention programs try to do, a framework for a public health approach, guides to programs and more. This material can be used for both handouts and as overheads for use with presentations. (GCP)

This poster presentation addresses the issue of date rape, specifically in the college environment. Highlighted are date rape statistics, demographics, and date rape drugs. Also discussed are date rape warnings and prevention strategies. It is concluded that college and university administrators must place the issue of date rape and acquaintance…

Describes a self-learning activity program for kindergarten children who were not learning satisfactorily. Emphasis was shifted from diagnosis and labeling to remedial teaching techniques and good results were obtained. (DP)

A near-comprehensive review of recent literature on library-theft prevention and an up-to-date survey of major commercial electronic alarm systems is provided. (Author)

An evaluation of present screening procedures for chronic open-angle glaucoma includes suggestions for improvement: greater distribution of screening and education, conversion from monophasic to multiphasic screen, and examination of visual fields, optic nerve, and medical history in addition to the tonometry currently done. (KW)

Hints for preventing cuts, burns, and falls in the food service industry. (RA)

Discusses the improvement in the ability to predict chronic offenders and in programs designed to respond to the problems that chronic offenders have with their families, school, and peers. (JOW)

In a discussion of youthful suicide, the physical and emotional changes experienced by adolescents are evidenced as among the causes producing pain which may lead to suicide in some cases. Societal factors which may contribute to adolescent suicide are described. Suggestions for prevention are put forward. (Author/CL)

A program for the prevention of vocal abuse and hoarseness was presented in four lessons to 155 second and third-graders and their teachers. The results of pre- and posttests showed that both children and teachers benefited from the program, with positive changes in vocal abuse and self-monitoring skills. (Author/CL)

Examines the deterrent effects of imposing juvenile versus adult status on youth offenders. Sugqests that, because the adult law enforcement system may be reluctant to handle younger delinquents as harshly as older youth, adult status can serve as a deterrent to juvenile crime only for youth aged 17 or older. (Author/MJL)