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Examined relationship between parents' (n=352) and adolescents' (n=584) confidence and competence in making decisions. Parents' decision-making self-esteem was related to self-esteem of young adolescents; relationship was stronger for males than females. Found relationship between mothers' decision-making competence and competence of young female adolescents. Findings provide partial support for modeling theory. (Author/NB)

Surveyed 585 adolescents to examine relationship between family structural and process variables and adolescent participation in family decisions and vigilant decision making. Family socioeconomic status, high family cohesion, good parent-adolescent communication, and sound parental conflict resolution skills were related to adolescents' vigilant decision making. (Author/PVV)

Psychological consultation in school has often emphasized intervention with an individual consultee who then deals with the client. Argues that change is facilitated when the wider system which influences and is influenced by the student is considered. Interventions are then delivered in consulting sessions where school officials and/or family members are present with the student. (Author/KS)