Examines what can and should be done to clarify and/or resolve scientific conflicts with policy implications. Includes a typology for classifying controversies, mechanisms, and objectives with regard to scientific disputes with policy implications. This apparatus aims to show the differences in disputes and in approaches to deal with them. (JN)

Reviews applications of counseling psychology to problems of physical health. Describes how counseling and psychoeducational models of direct service, counseling skills training, and consultation can be used to affect problems of physical health. Considers issues of psychological practice in health care settings with emphasis on ethics and service…