A study of the sanctions which control moral conduct was carried out on a sample of 40 primary and secondary schoolchildren. A test of ten moral dilemmas was constructed and used. The most interesting finding was the importance of self-concept as a regulating factor in moral judgment. (Editor)

Two additional factors, self-interest and altruistic motives, are the major determinants of acceptance of innovations. (Author)

Evidence indicates many smokers use cigarettes as an important aid to coping and as an ego-enhancer. Paper read at the American Cancer Society Conference on Smoking in Tucson, Arizona, on March 30 and 31, 1972. (DS)

Contends that ultimate control of behavior does not yet rest with individual and that learning theory may have to turn outward toward society before it can turn inward toward individual. (DS)

Research into the psychological-motivational bases of adult participation to determine the reasons why people do not perservere in adult high school programs. (RB)

Describes sex education as process of character-building, indicating need for teacher to decide what personal commitments are necessary for meaningful personal relationships. Presents research data to help teachers clarify stand on sexual behavior or use findings as background information for discussion. (Author/CJ)

Relates personal, largely unsuccessful, initial attempt at group therapy, with view toward lending support to novice counselors trying similar experiments. (CJ)