Black first-and second-grade students (N=40) were given instructions intended to induce possessiveness for both a designated toy and a play area. Each subject then surreptitiously observed an experimental confederate dressed in a clown costume play with either the designated toy or another toy. Results are discussed. (Author)

The relationship between academic failure and poor verbal abilities was studied in young aggressive boys. Results did not indicate a generalized deficit in verbal development among young aggressive boys. However some deficit in mediational use of verbal ability may be present in aggressive boys. (Author/MV)

The results of this study suggest a practical alternative to increase the effectiveness of discipline in the home and school. Parents and teacher might well rehearse (reinstate) with the child the transgression sequence just prior to the discipline. (Author)

Twenty-one third grade, Black males of low socioeconomic status exhibiting problem behaviors were assigned to one of three settings: a classroom with a crisis-resource teacher who assisted regular teachers in establishing individualized programs; a class with a crisis-resource teacher only; and a classroom without services from a crisis-resource…

The hyperactive child is described in this article, and the various therapies available to parents and teachers are outlined. (JD)

In order to foster the responsible use of behavior modification procedures in the schools on a practical as well as a research basis, this article discusses ethical issues being considered by researchers and the involved public. (Author)

A film workshop was conducted at a special residential school for four preadolescent boys with behavioral problems. Available from: American Journal of Art Therapy, 6010 Broad Branch Road, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20015. (GW)

Devised a classroom observation code that would identify hyperactive children reliably. Children referred for hyperactivity had significantly higher scores than comparison children on 12 categories. There was greater within-subject variability in the hyperactive group. Motor activity for both groups was significantly inversely related to age.…

Considered the relationship between social support and aggressive behavior in a sample of five- to seven-year-old children from low-income families. Indicated that the relationship between social support and aggression was influenced by both the category of network member and the type of support offered by network members. (Author/ABB)

A survey of 200 student folders revealed that elementary school (ES) nonpromotion is primarily associated with low academic achievement and IQ, whereas junior high school (JHS) nonpromotion is mainly correlated to behavioral suspensions and absenteeism. Improved performance occurs in the year following an ES nonpromotion but not following a JHS…

After viewing videotaped vignettes of classroom situations, 155 teachers rated severity, tolerance, manageability, and contagion factors related to a target child. Ratings indicated significant multivariate differences between regular/special education teachers and disruptive/nondisruptive behaviors, with regular educators being less tolerant and…

Suggestions are provided on how to identify the preschool gifted-talented-creative (GTC) child, how parents explain away giftedness, how parents can retrospectively understand themselves as GTC, how to deal with problem behavior and the effects of divided parental authority, and how to bring out the best in each child. (JDD)

The article discusses learning disabilities and concomitant emotional/behavioral problems in three areas: problems of control and regulation of impulse, problems in perception and concept formation, and defective self concept. (Author/DB)