Job satisfaction, motivation, and reward systems are included in one area of organizational theory. The strongest influence in this area is motivation because it overlaps into both of the other two components. A review of the classical literature on motivation reveals four major theory areas: (1) Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs; (2) Herzberg's…

Interviews with 22 executives and 18 experts on executives have resulted in some insight into the tendency of executives to avoid coming to terms with their limitations and the corresponding tendency for the executive's organization to avoid attempts to help. An analysis of responses indicated that certain elements (power, success, expertise,…

A review of the literature on the use of the self-efficacy model for weight control raised several areas of concern, including differences between losing weight and maintaining weight loss, ethical questions, and misguided interpretations of the model's effectiveness. The need for comprehensive, well-planned research is stressed. (CB)

With the advent of the microcomputer, end users need personal information systems that work both at the office and at home and in the external world. The librarian's role could extend from being an information service provider to being a professional counselor on personal information management. (41 references) (MES)

Self development is conceptualized as surrounded by a series of ego rings that spread out from its center. Erikson's first five psychosocial stages are used as the developmental framework within which self-concept, self-esteem, and ego boundaries are viewed as component parts of the self's growth. Counseling implications are used. (Author/BL)

Clients' recall and understanding of test interpretations are frequently incomplete. It has been shown that clients who receive test interpretations generally make greater gains in incorporating the results. This document presents a client centered approach to testing and interpretation. It explains how the client first participates in the…

Attempts to fill in the gap in the literature regarding Assagioli's theories by: (1) summarizing the assumptions, terms, and concepts of psychosynthesis; (2) presenting the structure and dynamics of the personality theory; and (3) providing illustrations of the theory's application. Discusses the implications of these points. (JAC)

Shows how Tim Gallwey's psychological approach to the game of tennis can be readily applied to the art of writing. (RL)

Analyzes basic differences in the views of the purpose and process of adult education proposed by Eduard Lindeman and Malcolm Knowles. For Lindeman, adult education's purpose is changing the social order as well as improving individuals. Knowles focuses on preparing individuals for change, fulfilling individual needs while contributing to…

Recent evidence purporting that stress contributes to the development of disorders ranging from depression to cancer to general immunological dysfunction suggests that a concise understanding of stress and stress management techniques is needed in order to develop efficacious interventions. What is needed is an effective, easy-to-learn technique…

Adult learning potential refers to our total learning capacities. It includes cognitive and affective learning as well as intuitive and reflective learning. It does not refer just to formal education (which accounts for only a small portion of our learning), but rather all learning for living, especially learning how we manage our lives. Adult…

Study focuses on the importance that work holds in the lives of people living with HIV disease and AIDS. Four categories were identified: providing access to affordable insurance and health care; providing a distraction from the disease; allowing one to be a contributing member of society; and serving as a measure of health. Implications for…

The crisis of modernity is leading to a cultural transformation that will make traditional forms of education obsolete. In this movement, social change occurs through the transformation of individuals. Unlike old movements in which the chief weapon was politics, adult education is at the center of the new movement's concept of adult…

Examines how Russo's humanistic-critical theory for social-action integration requires shifting staff development focused on knowing and caring about others to self-development that includes everyone. Rationale, resources, and successful action-practice models support and extend Russo's theory for responsible social-action education in a…

A parallel was recognized between a biblical view of optimal human functioning and five correlates to self-actualization (moral development, positive attitude toward death, positive interpersonal relationships, low level of anxiety, religious participation). A review of the relevant empirical literature yielded mixed conclusions. The studies which…