Parents' behavior as perceived by an adolescent population admitted to the adolescent crisis Ward at USC Medical Center is analyzed. The sample consisted of 86 patients who were admitted to the adolescent crisis ward during 1969 and 1970. The population could be divided according to four distinct crisis groups: (1) the suicidal group; (2) the…

The effects of three different timeout durations were investigated in a group of 20 retarded, institutionalized subjects. Each subject received 1, 15, and 30 minutes of timeout in a design which was counterbalanced in terms of the order in which timeout durations were presented. Displays of deviant behavior--such as aggression, tantrums, and…

A pilot research study is described, aimed at investigating the hypotheses that psychosexual factors are of central importance in the psychological recovery of the mastectomy patient and that counseling would prove beneficial. Results indicated that sexual self-concept superseded mortality as the primary concern of most recovering mastectomy…

The trend of increased adolescent death by suicide is an international problem. Discusses why it happens and what motivates a young person who is on the threshold of life that he would rather die than live. Gives statistical data and behavior theories related to suicide. (Author/RK)

A woman who is raped needs factual information concerning hospital and legal procedures and an emotional support system to help her focus her feelings into productive channels. This article describes a training and outreach program combining rape simulation, film, lecture, and experiential discussion to stimulate thought, action, and increased…

Dormitory residents were trained in first aid procedures, and assigned to lecture-only, lecture plus modeling and rehearsal, or no-lecture groups. As predicted, lecture plus modeling and rehearsal group was superior to the lecture-only, which was superior to the no-lecture group. (NG)

Discusses the development of crisis centers in the community and their role in organizing and coordinating community services for more optimal usage by people experiencing distress. (Author/RK)

The crisis of losing a child is described by a parent as she personally rethinks her experiences with terminal illness and grief, the reactions of family and friends, and her encounter with the hospital system and family counseling. (Author)

Family network intervention is a therapeutic approach aiming to mobilize family and friendship support systems in a collaborative effort to solve a crisis. A team of therapists helps the family and its extended social system become involved in a networking process consisting of six distinct phases. (Author)

Crisis intervention studies conducted in suicide prevention/crisis intervention programs, in psychiatric settings, and with surgical patients are critically evaluated, and the methodological shortcomings of studies in each of these settings are discussed. Available from: Order Department, American Psychological Association, Inc., 1200 Seventeenth…

Examined the phenomenon of elder abuse through the systematic review of 60 cases. Examined the characteristics of the victims and abusers, types and duration of abuse, descriptions of abusive situations, the reporting and verification of abuse, case management strategies utilized by caseworkers, and the consequences of those strategies. Provides…

Examined crisis intervention techniques in a community-based setting, including factors of immediacy of response, location, prior identification, and flexibility of service. Found crisis intervention techniques viable and valuable in identification and preventive intervention of family and individual problems, demonstrating reduced conflict and a…

Assesses the impact of a loss experience within the family unit. Discusses how the loss affects the nuclear family and how socio-cultural and psychodynamic factors impact family grief. Issues in family counseling are then highlighted with suggestions for the grief counselor. (ML)

Teenage depression and suicide are a growing problem across the nation. A New Jersey high school has developed a crisis management team to deal with such problems. Twelve steps to take in developing such a team are provided, along with guidelines on the referral process, student representation, and community support. (TE)