Discusses differential and information processing theories of intelligence and the problems of measuring intelligence. Considers the influence of sociocultural factors on the test performance of individuals and the procedures which have been suggested to reduce bias. (RJC)

Discusses the importance of teachers' job satisfaction in light of a teacher shortage. Recommends ways in which principals, school districts, education schools, and teachers can collaborate to provide opportunities for teacher satisfaction. (RJC)

Reviews the papers in this special issue of Early Child Development and Care on child abuse and neglect. The papers focus on theory and research, and on intervention, treatment, and prevention practices. (RJC)

Discusses the multiple determinants of abusive treatment of children in terms of factors inside and outside the family. Also describes intervention models, including child-focused, early childhood, later childhood, parent-focused, and sociocultural interventions. (RJC)

Discusses six variables associated with child maltreatment and their implications for prevention and treatment. Variables include: (1) social isolation; (2) image of self; (3) unrealistic expectations of children; (4) history of maltreatment; (5) role-reversal; and (6) multiple problems and stressors. (RJC)

Discusses the physical, psychological, and developmental consequences of physical abuse, nonorganic failure to thrive, and sexual abuse. (RJC)

Reviews a variety of instruments that child welfare workers can use in the assessment and treatment of child abuse and neglect. Focuses on self-report inventories, behavior rating scales, structured interviews, and observational coding systems. (RJC)

Describes the Child Abuse Potential Inventory and associated psychometric data. Discusses uses and misuses of the inventory, general test limitations, and screening instruments available to professionals concerned with child maltreatment. (RJC)

Describes four constructs of patterns of abusive and neglectful parenting and child rearing and the development of the Adult-Adolescent Parenting Inventory. The inventory is discussed in terms of discriminant analysis, diagnostic and discriminatory capabilities of the inventory with adults, and practical applications. (RJC)

Assesses the feasibility and effectiveness of the Sexual Abuse Treatment Project used in a child welfare setting in Canada. Also evaluates the therapeutic process, which was based on an intensive psychodynamic model, and assesses its effectiveness for child and adult clients. (RJC)

Investigates behavioral characteristics of 223 runaway and homeless youth who sought services from programs in New York. Results suggest that behavioral indicators of maltreatment can be observed among runaway and homeless youth. Indicators vary as a function of gender, maltreatment, and reasons for seeking assistance. (RJC)

Reviews various models for understanding, treating and preventing child abuse. Describes an ecological model of human behavior that provides a comprehensive perspective for integrating the diverse models. Discusses an ecological model of child abuse. (RJC)

Discusses three major approaches to family therapy for child abuse which emphasize systems theory. These approaches include the psychoanalytic, integrative, and communicative-integrative approach. A case example of family-centered treatment is included. (RJC)

Discusses the Sexual Abuse Treatment Project in terms of its theoretical foundation, physical characteristics of the treatment center, and process of treatment. Provides two case examples of treatment. (RJC)

Investigates characteristics and themes in 102 drawings by sexually abused children. Themes of the drawings included genitalia, the absence of specific body parts, phallic symbols, inappropriate smiles, distorted body images, kinetic activity, prominent hands and fingers, and hearts. (RJC)