This study was designed to test the hypothesis that a semantic differential instrument can serve as a functional affective measuring device. (Author)

Discusses a study evaluating encounter group experiences as they relate to behavioral measures of self-disclosure. Results are discussed in terms of clinical and ethical considerations in conducting encounter groups, the format of the particular group, group leadership styles, and clinical aspects of the group process. (Author/PC)

The traditional sales approach is "How can I get the customer to do what I want?" An alternative and more functional approach is, "How can I get myself to do what the customer wants?" (Author/MW)

The type of helper from which help is sought and the causal locus to which the help seeker's problem is attributed have been suggested as factors that affect the way help seekers are perceived. The present study investigated the social rejection of help seekers as a function of these two variables. (Author)

This case study deals with a process of counseling designed to change symptomatic behavior through the control of inner states - a technique referred to as contingency self-management. (Author/PC)

Considered two powerful philosophies vying for the hand of education - behaviorism and humanism - and which had greater relevance for what artists do. Author also suggested ten methods for making a humanistic model operative and meaningful. (Author/RK)

This study suggests that an integrated approach that uses behavior modification and relationship therapy is a useful procedure for young children who are disruptive in school. (Author)

Describes a method of positive reinforcement used by school social worker to increase a child's ability to follow directions. Not only did the child become a better student, but she was also able to interact more with her peers, something she had not done before. (HMV)

Child care workers often seek advice from experts and are frequently themselves viewed as experts as they help parents and others. This article discusses some of the significant issues facing those who provide guidance and those who receive it. (Author)

The influence of peer models on changing the impulsive response styles of fourth and sixth grades was experimentally investigated. (DP)

Suggested for improvement of academic and social behaviors of learning disabled elementary school children is the Home School Communication Program (used successfully with over 1,000 children in kansas city), which involves teacher assessment of student behaviors daily on 10 cards and parental dispensing of privileges to students for satisfactory…

The study evaluated the effectiveness of positive social teacher approval contingent upon prosocial behavior by two abused preschoolers toward peers with similar background. Using a single subject ABAB research design, results supported the relationship between positive social teacher approval and increased positive student behavior, decreased…

The purpose of the present study was to enhance children's self-esteem through a five week self-photography project which provided each child in the experimental group with 60 pictures of himself in different poses. Fourth grade children were selected for both low subjective self-esteem and low behavioral self-esteem. (Author)