The results were interpreted as demonstrating a relationship between the findings of two independent lines of research on therapy outcome, one basing outcome predictions on client-centered theoretical constructs, the other on the empirical value of the A-B scale. (Author)

The results indicated that schizophrenics respond as well as normals to competitive stimuli under the appropriate conditions. Competitive effects seem to be no different than a host of other activators which reduce the psychological deficit" of schizophrenics. (Author)

Briefly comments on the previous article by Noll and Benedict, disputing the assumption that the present state of knowledge limits clinicians to symptoms as a frame of reference for classification. (RH)

The article focuses on the relationship between the primary process and the creative process, especially as it relates to the fields of wit and poetry. Examples of identification based on similarity in schizophrenics are presented. (CL)

Examined interaction patterns of relatives of young, recent onset schizophrenic patients classified as displaying either high or low expressed emotion (EE). Found no relation between Camberwell EE rating and interactional behavior. EE-critical relatives were more negative in direct interactions than low EE relatives or high EE relatives classified…

Comments on Haley's paper "The Effect of Long-Term Outcome Studies on the Therapy of Schizophrenia." Criticizes Haley for making gratuitous, demeaning remarks about psychiatry; concluding that schizophrenia is a psychological and social problem; recommending ineffective treatments for the psychotic phase; and recommending psychotherapy without…

The literature on schizophrenia in individuals with mental retardation is reviewed, and the clinical features, symptomatology, diagnostic parameters, and treatment approaches are briefly discussed. Data are presented about prevalence rates, degree of mental retardation, male/female distribution, and age of onset. (Author/PB)

Examined patterning of relational control in families of schizophrenic patients, and relationship between control in the family and the course of the illness. Transcripts of conversations among 17 schizophrenic outpatients and their families were coded into Relational Control Coding System. Found rigid, one-up messages from family members to…

Describes cognitive and behavioral elements of schizophrenia. Explores communication and teaching methods that might help adults with schizophrenia to discern the context and interrelationships of new situations. (SK)

Clozapine is the most effective antipsychotic medication currently in use, but there has been a paucity of well-controlled research on its efficacy with people with developmental disabilities. We present a set of guidelines to ensure proper utilization of clozapine in individuals with developmental disabilities, because it can offer them…

Researchers on creativity and psychology have long been fascinated with the high incidence of psychotic behavior amongst geniuses and individuals of exceptional creativity. The aims of this paper are first, to review the existing findings for a better insight into the socio-contextual factors underpinning the mad genius conundrum, and secondly, to…