Objective: We review all available controlled outcome studies of solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT) to evaluate evidence of its effectiveness. Method: Forty-three studies were located and key data abstracted on problem, setting, SFBT intervention, design characteristics, and outcomes. Results: Thirty-two (74%) of the studies reported…

Recognition, assessment, education, support, and research of young caregivers is yet to be well established throughout the United States. Studies show that as a result of family caregiving, employees miss work, arrive late, have telephone interruptions, and pass up promotions. Education is essentially the work-life of a student. Research among…

Describes research conducted at the United Kingdom's Open University that examined the motivation, experience, and performance of undergraduate students aged 60 and over. Older Open University students are compared with the rest of the student body and with older students in a variety of other educational organizations. (10 references) (LRW)