ISSN:1073-6077    

DOI:10.1111/j.1744-6171.1995.tb00534.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1995

数据来源: WILEY

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PROBLEM. To determine if a difference exists between black and white fifth‐grade girls' attitudes about menarche and menstruation.METHODS. The Menstrual Attitude Questionnaire‐Adolescent Form (Brooks‐Gunn&Ruble, 1980) was used to collect data from 55 premenarcheal females, ages 10‐12 years.FINDINGS. The findings indicated no difference between black and white girls in Affirmation or Worry. Like older samples, the girls were moderate in affirmation. Unlike older samples, they evidenced less worry.CONCLUSION. Analysis of the instrument used in this study raises questions in general regarding its use as originally developed. In addition, specific questions were raised about its use with different cultural

ISSN:1073-6077    

DOI:10.1111/j.1744-6171.1995.tb00535.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1995

数据来源: WILEY

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TOPIC The overwhelming obstacles adolescents face to successful achievement of the maternal role.PURPOSE. To describe an innovative, community‐based program to support high risk adolescents during the early postpartum period.SOURCE. A review of the literature related to programs designed to promote maternal‐role attainment and prevent child abuse/neglect.CONCLUSION. Interviews with participants indicate a positive response to the intervention but regression to maladaptive behavior in some following terminat

ISSN:1073-6077    

DOI:10.1111/j.1744-6171.1995.tb00536.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1995

数据来源: WILEY

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TOPIC. The evaluation and selection of standardized psychological instruments for research and clinical practice.PURPOSE. To present a systematic strategy to facilitate the instrument evaluation and selection process.SOURCES. Psychometric theory, published literature, and clinical‐research experience.CONCLUSION. A careful instrument evaluation process informs the examiner, increases the likelihood that the best available instrument will be selected, and improves research and clinical practice by ensuring the integrity of standardized instrument

ISSN:1073-6077    

DOI:10.1111/j.1744-6171.1995.tb00537.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1995

数据来源: WILEY

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Some months ago I referred child psychiatric nurses and other reader of the column to your investment in the reality of the new landscape in Washington. While startling results took place with the election of 1994 in the composition of our U.S. Congress, the proposed agenda is even more alarming for advocates of vulnerable groups, such as children and youth. The new language centers on reinventing government, deregulation, public $ for limited public targets that clearly show impact, and balanced budget. While these are not necessarily negative goals in and of themselves, the difficulty comes with the underlying losses in accomplishing them. The House Republican “Contract With America” which calls for 354 billion in tax cuts has received more press coverage than the “New Deal” from its inception to present time. At midpoint of year one the new congress has achieved most of the minor agenda scheduled. There is still balanced budget, welfare reform, government reengineering and state block grant programs to be accomplished. Unfortunately, politics has one again taken the spotlight from action for the constituents. In the forefront are candidates positioning for the 1996 Presidential e

ISSN:1073-6077    

DOI:10.1111/j.1744-6171.1995.tb00538.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1995

数据来源: WILEY

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TOPIC. The selection of appropriate clinical rating instruments and integration of their findings in child psychiatric nursing practice may not be clear.PURPOSE. To offer guidance concerning the selection and application of clinical rating instrumentsSOURCES. A review of recent literature of commonly used parent and teacher checklists, clinician‐rated instruments, structured diagnostic interviews, and child self‐reports.CONCLUSION. Clinical rating scales have an important place in clinical practice and research in child and adolescent psychiatric settings. Selecting an appropriate instrument depends on the purpose, developmental level of the child, and expertise of the clinician—and requires careful consider

ISSN:1073-6077    

DOI:10.1111/j.1744-6171.1995.tb00539.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1995

数据来源: WILEY

ISSN:1073-6077    

DOI:10.1111/j.1744-6171.1995.tb00540.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1995

数据来源: WILEY

ISSN:1073-6077    

DOI:10.1111/j.1744-6171.1995.tb00541.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1995

数据来源: WILEY