This advice to teachers stresses the need to avoid stigmatizing children whose families do not fit the traditional pattern and to be alert for signs that a child is experiencing emotional problems. A counseling program for children undergoing divorce is described and further resources on this topic are listed. (SJL)

A selection of fiction and nonfiction for children dealing with some of their real concerns: wearing eyeglasses, having learning problems, being obese, wearing braces, being left-handed. (SJL)

A comparison of the ratings revealed extensive between-group differences. The students rated problems of substance abuse as most serious, whereas the professionals rated problems of an academic and neurotic nature as most serious. (Author)

Contends that the role of a teacher extends beyond teaching subjects to include aiding students in dealing with their psychological and social growth. Teachers should be prepared to recognize student problems and either respond personally or recommend counseling. (KC)

Provides summary and analysis of literature on the counselor's role in school discipline. Roles are grouped into six categories: mediator, ombudsman, consultant, psychological educator, special program developer, and counselor. Counselors may find roles that satisfy the needs of their students and are appropriate to their own personalities and…

The problems of a 12-year-old hyperactive boy are related by the child's mother, father, and the child himself. (SBH)

Examines the role of the graduate dean and faculty in the admission of graduate students with disabilities. Reviews legal responsibilities and obligations and provides a framework from which to review policies, procedures, and standards. Emphasizes admissions and recruitment, confidentiality, advertising, advocacy, documentation, mentoring, and…

Describes Wisconsin case involving the suicide of seventh-grade girl after principal suspended her for having a cigarette in her locker--disciplinary action required by school board policy. Parents sued claiming violation of their daughter's 14th Amendment rights and state negligence laws. Federal appellate court dismissed all claims; parents…

Summarizes a survey of athletes and extracurricular students in 42 National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I schools. Describes the results of the survey, such as number of hours in sports and in class, grades, desire to get a degree, and drug related problems. (YP)

Discusses three major concerns related to crisis situations in the school: policy development, creating an awareness of the problem, and staff training. Presents framework to assist school districts in planning appropriate interventions for at-risk students. Includes discussion of legal concerns and issues related to self-destructive behavior. (NB)

Surveyed directors of student life at 87 colleges and universities in Pennsylvania to determine alcohol abuse programs offered, training needs, attitudes toward programs, and kinds of programs desired. Sixty-four percent of schools reported having alcohol abuse programs, 79 percent wanted additional training, and 71 percent reported an abuse…

Discusses how collaborative writing can be a tool for activating students' multiple voices and multiple versions of self and the world within the classroom. Describes three collaborative writing projects in which special education students discussed and wrote about important knowledge that was formed in their own contradictory moments. (MM)

Addresses student counselor impairment related to the potential for harm to clients. Concrete suggestions are given for enhancing monitoring and dismissal processes in counselor training programs. Describes the program implemented at the University of Colorado at Denver. (JPS)

Reviewed 39 empirical studies in which direct observational methods were used to assess children in whom attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) had been diagnosed. Found that classroom studies distinguished ADHD children from comparison groups better than laboratory studies. Behaviors that most consistently distinguished ADHD children…