Most theories of student development do not consider the special circumstances graduate students encounter in their programs. A three-stage model of graduate development is presented to highlight some of the commonly-encountered difficulties graduate students may face at various points in their studies. (Author)

For 24 developmentally delayed children tested, correlations between Stanford-Binet Intelligence Scale, Fourth Edition (SB:4) and Leiter International Performance Scale (LIPS) global scores was high (r=.78). In seven cases, intraindividual discrepancies were large and significant. SB:4 and LIPS global scores correlated with Vineland Adaptive…

Parent education programs can play a vital role in teaching parents about early adolescent development and behavior and the transition to the middle level. Middle-level educators can conduct a needs assessment, plan and implement sessions and topics, and serve as resource specialists. The result will be increased parent support for young…

This study compared early vocal productions of preschool children with severe-profound hearing loss recorded with and without the use of a tactual device (Tactaid II). Their vocalizations are described in a hierarchical manner utilizing a three-tiered analysis that identifies "speech-like" vocalizations and transcribes those…

This examination of the auditory perceptual abilities of 40 children, ages 4-10, and 10 adults found significant differences between the performances of the 4- to 8-year olds and of the adults. Acquisition of adultlike duration discrimination performance was demonstrated between the ages of 8 and 10 years. (Author/JDD)

Contends that adolescent and elderly populations both exhibit attitudes, behavior, feelings, and reasons for alcohol and drug abuse that appear to be similar. Suggests that study of pediatrics can play role in development of geriatric movement by sharing common issues of both groups. Applies Erikson's stages of development to illustrate similarity…

Examined the relationship between maternal praise and task performance of children ages 10 months to 4 years and 10 months. Found that children improved their performance as they grew older and that mothers praised the highest level of performance more often than the lower levels. Praise to older children referred to only the performance and not…

Clarified the developmental processes of awareness of relationships between duration, distance, and speed relative to linear movement. Children began with near awareness of the direct relationships between duration and distance and distance and speed. However, correct grasp of these direct relationships seemed to strengthen an incorrect grasp of…

Presents activities and games to teach students in grades K-6 how to throw and catch correctly. Because throwing and catching are developmental skills, teachers must pay attention to them, and students must practice them repeatedly. Activities are presented by grade level because children's skills vary between (and within) grades. (SM)

Examined stages of drug use acquisition among college students (n=669) and relationship between stage status and motivation to avoid drugs and frequency of drug use. College students differed with regard to their stage of habit acquisition across five drugs. Findings suggest that acquisition stage heuristic holds promise in increasing…

Explores notion that adolescence is developmental stage, and, therefore, adolescent work values should be seen within this context. Considers such a developmental approach useful in reconciling some discrepancies in literature on adolescent work values. Discusses time perspective and activity, two variables that may help explain development of…

Examination of the child prodigy phenomenon suggests it is a result of extremely accelerated mental development during sensitive periods that leads to the rapid growth of a child's cognitive resources and their construction into specific exceptional achievements. (Author/DB)

Explores the concept of lost pleasure of life for persons who become disabled, using Havighurst's developmental model. Highlights the importance of vocational rehabilitation for employment and life satisfaction. Reviews litigation and expert psychological testimony in cases claiming loss of pleasure. (SK)

Presents five questions to consider before making a decision about a child's kindergarten placement. The questions focus on how mature the child is, what the pediatrician and teacher say, whether the child likes to learn, whether the child is large or small for his/her age, and what other families do. (SM)

Discusses the Montessori method. Evolves a new vision of the school based on Montessori principles and addresses the anxieties felt during times of transition as part of the natural growth process. Claims that these transitions are cyclical, and affect more than just the children--they also create concern for teachers, parents, and administrators.…