Lower-class and middle-class mother-child pairs were observed in their homes.In contrast to other studies, very few class differences were found in maternal behavior. These results are discussed in terms of the contexts in which obser vations are made.
Assessment of learning disabilities requires the gathering of both diagnostic and prescriptive information. While the normative frame of reference is adequate for diagnosis, a behavioral approach may be more suited to the prescriptive phase of assessment. The behavioral frame of reference is described and its relevance to prescriptive assessment is discussed.
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