Proposes that internalization as a result of discipline is based on a child's accurate perception of the parental message and acceptance or rejection of it. Mechanisms promoting acceptance are perceptions of the parent's actions as appropriate, motivation to accept the parental position, and perception that a value has been self-generated.…

Study assessed compliance and internalization for 99 preschoolers previously studied as toddlers. Compliance and internalization were assessed in multiple observational contexts using maternal reports. Found that committed and situational compliance had distinct developmental trajectories, and only committed compliance was associated with…

Introduces the topic of father-adolescent relationships along with two basic models of fatherhood. The first is of the father who does not take an active role in the upbringing of his children but who assumes responsibility to protect and provide for them; second is of the father who may be flexible, i.e., more involved, in response to varying…

Discusses British adolescents' rights to refuse certain medical treatments, and clarifies the complex legal issues that surround consent. (HTH)

The interactive model of synchrony in early parent-child relationships has suggested that a mutual and responsive interaction between the child and the caretaker is essential to the child's development of secure attachment, sense of autonomy, and social competence. A lifespan view of development allows the concept of synchrony to be extended to…

The daughter of Burrhus Frederic Skinner writes of her father's activities during the last few days of his life--his speech upon receipt of an award from the American Psychological Association, his work on research papers and books, interviews, and his final admission to the hospital where he died. (JDD)

Discusses the importance of a sense of wonder in young children's social and emotional development. Offers ideas for ways in which parents and teachers can help create, nourish, and sustain a sense of wonder in children. (GLR)

A father writes about his experience and emotional relationship with his son who has autism and developmental delays, emphasizing his love of his son and pride in his son's achievements. The exploration of new emotions as a first-time father and the father's unconditional love for his child are noted. (PB)

A cerebral palsied adult recounts his own healthy education into sexuality by his parents and offers parents suggestions, such as making a candid assessment of their own feelings and ideas regarding sexuality. Parents are encouraged to be informative, realistic, open, and affirmative with all children, whether disabled or not. (DB)

The mother of a young child with a life-threatening respiratory disorder recounts her personal growth in learning lessons of acceptance, the value of each moment, the courage to change, and love. (DB)

Research findings regarding foster-parent stress and implications for counselors and counselor educators are discussed. Eleven significant themes are reported from a qualitative and quantitative study of rural foster parents (N=156). Stressful events that affect the well-being of foster parents and their relationships with children and…

Presents excerpt from Kohn's 1990 book, asserting that parents are most important to children and need to project a positive view of life. Argues that caring, the absence of physical punishment, guiding and explaining, cooperating, and taking children seriously are required to offset the pressure and negative values that a competitive culture…

This commentary proposes that cross-cultural studies of parenting, like studies within a culture, should become more focused--with antecedent or concurrent measures selected to provide a clear view toward "child outcome." Furthermore, differences within countries may be as great as differences between countries. Therefore, the relevant cultural…

Reports that, at Sts. Peter and Paul School, parents are assisting with classes such as music, science, reading, Spanish, physical education, and art. States that family involvement is key to the success of a child and that the future of both children and schools look promising because of the volunteer work that is done by parents. (CW)

Maintains that multiple case study developmental pathway research is needed to substantiate the theoretical propositions of Rothbaum et al. (Author/KB)