Reports some of the interesting changes that have occurred since the introduction of Physical Science Study Committee (PSSC) in Victorian schools (Australia). The study indicated that, over a four year period, there have been changes in teachers' views about the physics course based on PSSC and in the teaching practices employed. (JR)

This description of the various aspects of the Devereux Parent Program is intended for use as a possible model for public and other private schools. (Author)

Therapeutic techniques based on guided group interaction are being used widely in Kentucky institutions in the treatment of juvenile delinquents. The peer group plays a key role as the catalyst for change. (Author)

Techniques and suggestions for the learning of changed health behavior are presented. (BY)

Although the obedience differences were not as reliable as those for maternal proximity and verbal reinforcement, there was evidence that the changes in the mother's behavior as a result of training did have the desired effect on their children's obedience. (Author)

An Encounter Weekend'' that placed the major responsibility for group progress on the group itself brought about marked behaviorial changes among the group participants. The group progressed from distrust, suspicion, and violent rhetoric to effective communication and understanding. The interracial encounter is a powerful social tool that…

Author attempts to show the extent to which B. F. Skinner is profoundly wrong in his philosophical conclusions as exemplified in his book, Beyond Freedom and Dignity, and argues for better philosophical position for those applying Skinner's beliefs. (Author/RK)

Data showed that consistent punishment resulted in faster inhibition than inconsistent punishment; subjects who were punished showed less persistence than subjects placed on an extinction schedule. (Authors)

In a mother-operated intervention'' program in Tennessee, behavior modification techniques are being applied to children with severe behavior problems. (Editor/SP)

Although past experience may operate to produce an initial increase in undesired behaviors during behavior modification procedures, the data of the present study demonstrate that these behaviors will decrease if the model is not abandoned at the point when the behavior appears to be getting worse rather than better. (Authors)

After 39 months, the performance of the subjects was still significantly superior to their precourse performance on 8 of the 10 behaviors that were scored. (Author)

A method for the direct and continuous observation of behavior as it occurs in the natural environment (classroom) is suggested as an alternative to individual testing and other observational techniques. The method (behavior rates) using a base of movements per minute is seen as increasing the information obtained per unit of assessment time and…

The method and applications of Family Group Consultation and the Family Bond Inventory are discussed in this article. The Family Bond Inventory is a recent development that has led to the possibility of identifying interpersonal conflict within a family and can be used to measure change within the family during treatment. (JC)