This conceptual article synthesizes the empirical research on punitive environmental norms of schools and the disproportionate effects on certain child and adolescent groups, particularly within urban schools. This involvement has come to be known as the school-to-prison pipeline. The young people affected by harsh school discipline protocols and…

Practitioners performing routine physical examination may be falsely accused of sexual abuse. Criminal justice system is incompatible with biomedical system of prevention. It is responsible for establishment of sexual abuse industry, practitioners of which have vested interest in maintaining status quo of sexual criminalization. They themselves…

Claims a review of the clinical suicidology literature suggests three key domains in assessment of suicide risk: those of Mental state, Affective state, and Psychosocial context (M.A.P.). Concludes evaluation of M.A.P. states offers a workable strategy for efficient and systematic assessment of suicide risk. (ABL)

Focuses on suicidal ideation/attempts in children and adolescents. Identifies risk factors for suicidal behavior and precipitating events. Examples of suicidal thoughts, threats, and attempts are provided. Other sections consider assessment of suicide risk, responsibilities of school and treatment facility personnel, provision of emotional…

Notes that, by guessing, children may score within normal range on tests by chance alone. Describes one process, random guessing, for estimating "true blind guessing score" (range of scores) that, if known, would result in missing fewer at-risk children. Sensitizes test administrators to tests that do not address or have suspicious corrections for…

This brochure presents facts and information about Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) for teenagers and young people. A story tracing the sexual activities and exposure to AIDS of a group of teenagers is presented, interspersed with objective information about one's chances of getting the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), how one…

Offers suggestions for risk assessment of suicidal religious person. Asserts that religion may either inhibit or facilitate suicide and the examination of role of religion or spirituality in the lifestyle of the suicidal person is an important factor in risk assessment. Provides specific questions for the risk assessment interview to determine the…

Reviews three primary ways in which law enforcement can affect relationships (organizational influences, peer/socialization influences, and police role influences). Identifies some common difficulties encountered by law enforcement couples and provides some basic goals and strategies for engaging them in treatment and addressing these issues in…

Studies of family life course often use hazard models to explain transition from one family status to another. Explains theoretical and methodological importance of hazard rates that change as function of time family is in given macro- or microlevel state. Examines how duration dependence is included in hazard models. (Author/NB)

Discusses specific goals of nutrition education for older adults and high-risk groups within the elderly population through review of three crucial areas: current knowledge of eating patterns, nutrient intake, and supplement use of older adults; existing information on multiple influences on eating habits of older adults; and potential benefits…

Discusses methods for addressing at-risk factors in introductory physics and how they can be implemented. Offers recommendations for creating an effective program within the structure of a research university. (MM)

This annual report from the Statewide Anti-Drug Abuse Council of New York proposes strategies for the coming year. Ongoing support for the state and local law enforcement efforts is reaffirmed as a vital component of the strategy. The council promotes a strengthening of their commitment and focus on severely impacted populations, integration of…

Notes that crisis and crisis management literature has devoted little attention to older persons. Discusses theoretical background and clinical implications for crisis management. Asserts that important differences for older persons warrant attention, including the type and number of stressful events that can precipitate crises. Discusses…

Notes that, in addition to dealing with personal, educational, social, and career issues facing adolescents, counselors are expected to offer prevention and intervention strategies to adolescents who engage in high-risk sexual behavior. In light of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) situation, discusses current status of this developing…

Twelve focus groups were conducted to determine how various at-risk groups would respond to Human Immunodeficiency Virus/Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (HIV/AIDS) educational outreach approaches presented via print (posters and comic book), television, and radio media. Knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding HIV and AIDS were also…