Presents a rationale for conceptualizing the black personality with a focus on the black male. (DM)

Results of comparison study, using Reiss items subjected to Guttman analysis for measurement of dependent variable, indicate replication of other studies where degree of affection was major factor in acceptance of advanced sexual activity. No overall Negro-white predisposition existed regarding promiscuity. Several racial-cultural factors which…

Illustrates the thesis that "the training of teachers of the social studies must be structured so that a continuing analysis of the subculture of students themselves becomes a central element. (JS)

Data from the 1957 Current Popualtion Survey of Religion and from the NORC study of June 1961 college graduates indicate that denominational homogeneity in marriage exists for at least three-quarters of the major religious denominations, including the various groups within Protestantism." (Author/SE)

Describes patterns of problem drinking in rural areas, suggests factors which may influence the comparatively lower rates of alcoholism among rural residents, discusses the types of alcohol treatment available in rural communities, and offers preliminary ideas for applying the alcoholism-reducing factors of rural life to preventing alcoholism in…

The Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI) and an acculturation inventory consisting of 15 semantic differential and sociocultural items were administered to Chicano college students. Factor analysis produced a four-dimensional measure of acculturation. Implications for future cross-cultural research and the difficulties in the…

Different types of time-series data sets can be used to identify cultural change and continuity. Indicators, including musical instruments, clothing, sporting goods, drugs, garbage, telephones, and magazines, are used to study social change since World War II. (Author/RM)

A philosophical critique of H. S. Bhola's models of planned change is presented. Questions are raised about the categorical status of the models, and about the lack of attention to the descriptive-normative division in the function of models. The works of John Dewey and other philosophers are cited. (PP)

The options for the possible articulation between the behavioral sciences and health education are examined. Health and illness trends, the evolution, strengths, and weaknesses of the behavioral sciences and health education, and points of commonality and differences are discussed. (JN)

There are seven important steps in the development of a communications campaign to promote public health: (1) analyzing the situational realities; (2) axiological examination of proposed targets; (3) describing the sociocultural context; (4) mapping the psychological matrix; (5) selecting the campaign theme; (6) constructing persuasive…

Examined the possible functions served by old age stereotypes from a sociocultural frame of reference. Tested the hypothesis that problem-oriented conceptions of older persons are part of an emerging political ideology. Using survey responses reports the relation between aging stereotypes and attitudes toward federal support of the aged. (Author)

Career education is a reform movement which seeks to create more efficient workers for the capitalist system of production. The goals of producing fulfilled and satisfied workers must be shared by career educators and the broader society. (JN)

Considers how new technologies may affect the form and style of the British school curriculum. For example, technology is forcing a new role on both school and home. The British Open University uses the home as a major base for self-instruction, where academic work is built around already available media. (AM)