Few mean personality differences exist between adolescent boys grouped according to high verbal or high mathematical ability. However, within each of these groups there are dependable personality correlates of differences between verbal and quantitative ability. In particular, boys with higher verbal scores seem independent, rational, reflective,…

A factor analysis of a questionnaire investigating alienation among ninth and tenth graders is presented. Three factors--Personal Incapacity, Cultural Estrangement, and Guidelessness--were identified and analyzed. Group differences according to community environment, socioeconomic status, ability, and sex were also investigated. (JKS)

Relationships between Cattell High School Personality Questionaire Factors and the adolescent version of the Wilson-Patterson Conservatism Scale were examined in a sample of 492 teenagers. In both sexes, conservatism was significantly related to a number of personality traits, which were significantly similiar to those defined by extroversion.…

Three hundred Four-H adolescents were surveyed to determine their attitudes toward the aged and the relationship of these attitudes to selected personal and situational factors. Results showed that these youths generally held positive attitudes toward older persons. Those having a positive sense of purpose in their own lives held more positive…

Examines parental, adolescent, and family system characteristics that place a family at risk of destructive parent/child relations during the child's adolescence. Maladjusted youth from 10 through 16 years of age and both of their parents were visited at home by a team of researchers, who administered a battery of questionnaire, interview, and…

The nature of adolescent trait change appears less dictated by are-related components than by the type of social change patterns which are setting the environmental milieu for adolescents of all ages over a given period of time. (Authors)

Presents a comprehensive review of the literature on teenage fathers along with recommendations on how services to unwed adolescent parents of both sexes can be improved. Discusses empirical research, demographics, psychological factors, and paternal involvement. (Author)

Studied the extent to which the unique and typical behaviors of adolescent egocentrism are manifested by the adolescent characters in Kerr's novels. Analysis shows at least one of the egocentrism characteristics is present in each character. Because Kerr's characters are realistic they provide helpful models for adolescents and adults. (JAC)

Points out characteristics of young adolescents, including mood swings, concern with self, and reliance on peers as a reference group. (Author/RH)

A review of prior classification systems of runaways is followed by a descriptive taxonomy of runaways developed using cluster-analytic methods. The empirical types illustrate patterns of weakness in bonds between runaways and families, schools, or peer relationships. (Author)

Describes a residential child care approach centered on group homes which views running away as one of several behavioral problems. A complex solution is offered which has resulted in a dramatic decrease in runaways. (Author/NRB)

A follow-up study of 26 children (ages 5-13) with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and low intelligence found that children identified with both characteristics have significant behavioral and emotional problems while in their early adolescence. A significant minority had problems at school and with the law. (CR)

Examines the relationships among family background, individual characteristics, proximal learning settings, and adolescent aspirations using a model of moderation-mediation. Indicates the need to examine between-group family differences to understand variations in student school outcomes based on family background. Includes references. (CMK)

Examined Buss-Durkee Hostility Inventory (BDHI), Hostility Toward Women Scale (HTWS), and Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI) Social Desirability and Defensiveness scales in 239 sexual offenders. Offenders against adolescents and adults had higher BDHI scores than offenders against children. MMPI Defensiveness scale accounted for…