Examines the traditional concept of confidentiality juxtaposed with newer developments in theory and practice. Proposes guidelines for a more workable definition of confidentiality that reinforces the role of social workers in dealing with people in their environments. (Author)

Describes new and challenging opportunities for counselors to apply their skills in an industrial setting, using the Smith Corona Laboratory as an example. Suggests the counselor role can include facilitative, developmental, crisis, and preventative counseling. Counselors can respond to the challenge for constructive cultivation of the work force.…

Discusses the role of school counselors as instruments in the hidden curriculum which affects students' attitudes toward learning and their self-concept. Counselors should examine assumptions about learning and definitions of education to be an influential force in the educational process. (JAC)

Explores Piaget's theory as it relates to counseling and the application of Piagetian principles for counselors. Outlines Piaget's four cognitive developmental stages. Suggests counselors should match the child's level of development with the counseling strategy that will most effect change. (JAC)

Describes five myths and conditions associated with sexual child abuse. Suggests being aware of these myths helps counselors detect a problem. Stresses children and adults in unhealthy situations give clues to the problem. Urges counselors to free themselves from outdated beliefs that may prevent inquiry into sexual abuse. (JAC)

Describes difficulties for counselors in writing and research, and relates procedures to overcome these obstacles. Discusses the importance of acquiring the services of a statistician, selecting an appropriate journal, and being willing to revise. (Author/JAC)

These seven articles discuss the need for research and statistical skills in counseling practice. Describes the demand for accountability, a meta-model for program evaluation, theories of meta-analysis, naturalistic research, a process model for preventive program research, phenomenological description, and survey research methods. (JAC)

Social workers must be part of an interdisciplinary approach to hospital services, particularly ambulatory services. Getting results is the only way social work can maintain its place in the health care system. (JAC)

Overall results of a meta-analysis of studies of sex bias in counseling or psychotherapy showed no bias against women or against nonstereotyped roles for women. (Author/DB)

What is needed by a given group approaching termination will be determined by the uniqueness of the group. The group counselor is encouraged to rely on sensitivity and creativity in determining how to help a group cope with ending the group counseling relationship. (Author)

If the family therapist can transfer to the court context the art of influencing interpersonal situations, the effectiveness of his/her testimony will be enhanced. Describes predictable legal behaviors and suggests to the family therapist strategic responses to improve skills as an expert witness. (Author)

If the best interests of individuals are to be served through systems, every individual should publicize and actively support implementation of systems that respond appropriately to individual needs. School counselors, by their training and their roles as advocates for children, must be in the front lines of this effort. (Author)

There is no accepted definition of "needs" of the elderly. Perceptions vary with age, professional role, relationships, and time. The wide range of methodologies presents problems. Research instruments are being refined. The use of index of incapacity measures offers the best data base for planning needed services. (Author/NRB)

Provides direction for school counselors as they help develop an adequately skilled workforce to compete in the global economy. Discusses the challenge counselors face and ways to respond to the challenge, such as counselors' ideal position for coordinating efforts. Offers implications for counseling practice. (RJM)

This article focuses on heightened multifaceted sensitivity (HMS), a conception of sensitivity that is used in counseling gifted students and their parents. HMS is described and its implications for counseling gifted students are discussed. Case examples are presented of children and adolescents to illustrate characteristics of HMS. (Contains…