Describes the development of an integrative theoretical model of children's fears that provides a comprehensive view of the normal development of fear. Model components are individual characteristics, fear stimuli, arousal, fear, coping, and adaptation. Suggestions for using the model are presented. (Author)

Used multiple regression to determine the unique predictive contributions of several variables to problem-solving appraisal in college students (n=443). Results revealed two significant predictors: positive coping strategies and global problem-solving self-efficacy. (Author/ABL)

The larger elementary schools become, the greater the principal's challenge. When managing megaschools, principals should set clear priorities, know their limitations, recognize the necessity of scheduling activities, celebrate school size, increase their visibility, provide for stress reduction, request central office support, and share…

Examined situational antecedents of dieting relapse crises and dieters'attempts to cope with temptations to overeat among obese type II diabetics (N=57). Found three categories of relapse crises: mealtime, low-arousal, and emotional upset situations. Found upset situations most frequently produced negative outcome while strong cognitive and…

Examined effects of self-statements and coping strategies on adaptational outcomes of stress in female subjects (N=62). Results indicated self-statements did not discriminate significantly between individuals who effectively or ineffectively handled stressful encounters. Only information-seeking coping strategy showed a trend toward a significant…

Describes how counselors can prepare for hearing problems among their older clients. Notes six ways to improve physical environment and suggests five behavioral techniques. Some useful group techniques are noted and threats to group cohesion are described. Four useful information sources are provided for further assistance in dealing with hearing…

Investigated how couples' mutual coping in mutually stressful encounters affected their marital satisfaction using couples (N=26) in which the female was a college student. Found the use of escape-avoidance and confrontive coping were significantly negatively related to dyadic satisfaction. (Author/ABL)

Describes a brochure that has been used by various college personnel in their attempts to help students in coping with transition and loss. Presents brochure's content. Discusses brochure's development, use, merits, and limitations. (Author)

Assessed risk factors at intake for treatment of unipolar depression to predict remission status one year later. Each factor considered alone was associated with later remission status; prototypical nonremitted patient was male; aged 40+; had history of prior treatment, intense depression, and serious medical condition; used avoidance coping…

Presents the key elements for training counselors of adults: a perspective on aging; a transitional, life-events framework for counseling; and skills in teaching adults how to cope. (Author)

Although there is no way to keep all teachers in a school happy, it is possible to maintain morale by avoiding conflict. This article distinguishes among types of conflict (episodic, continuous, and terminal) and describes four conflict situations involving personal feuding, persecution by superiors, cooperation breakdowns, and ideological…

Analyzed postdivorce emotional and psychological adjustment of men (N=144) and women (N=146) over two-year period. Found that greater personal resources before separation, better psychological functioning for women, development of social life, and a new intimate relationship all positively influenced adjustment. Results indicated that reducing…

Discusses faculty stress in academe, noting such factors as workload, time constraints, the urge to publish, extremely high self-expectations, and dissonance between actual achievements and personal aspirations. Recommends long-term coping strategies. (SR)

From a population of 202 Ohio vocational supervisors, 92 percent completed the Maslach Burnout Inventory and the Brayfield-Rothe Job Satisfaction Index. The majority were experiencing high levels of burnout, emotional exhaustion, and depersonalization. Those who expressed greater job satisfaction and coping ability reported lower levels of…

Conducted exploratory study of male college graduates who experienced underemployment to discover significant events occurring during this experience and the feelings attached to those events. Interviews with 15 underemployed college graduates revealed 318 critical events which could be classified into 29 categories. Developed graphic illustration…