Replica casting of the skull base

A new technique is described of obtaining a replica cast of the human skull base by making an epoxy resin case from a silicone rubber mould of the skull base. The replica provides an accurate and permanent record of the shape and dimensions of the base of the cranial cavity, together with the location and extent of any fractures of the skull. The method gives a good correlation between these characteristics and the type and extent of brain damage.     

Pathways to Institutional Legitimacy in Postconflict Societies: Perceptions of Process and Performance in Nepal

Rebuilding institutional legitimacy is considered essential for stability in postconflict societies, yet the factors that influence citizen perceptions of legitimacy in this context remain underresearched. In this article, we examine citizen evaluations of government legitimacy in terms of instrumental antecedents (service delivery, distributive justice) and procedural antecedents (procedural justice, voice), using data collected in the context of a nationwide study of postconflict governance in Nepal. We find that procedural justice is more strongly associated with citizen perceptions of institutional legitimacy than instrumental outcomes such as service delivery, distributive justice, and outcome favorability. Results indicate that the relationship between service delivery and legitimacy is not as simple as previously assumed. We conclude that procedural justice is crucial for building perceptions of government legitimacy in postconflict societies and discuss implications for policy and practice relating to postconflict governance and institutional trust building.     

Youth and jobs: Educational,vocational, and mental health aspects

Much research has been done on the personality factors related to occupational choice and work performance during adolescence. However, only a few systematic studies have been reported on the effect of work experiences on adolescent personality formation. Studies in the second area are reviewed critically, their implications are discussed, and directions for further research are suggested.This paper was written for the Task Force on Work in America set up by the Secretary of the Department of Health, Education and Welfare, Washington, D.C.Received B.A. Harvard University (1949), M.A. Boston University (1950), Ph.D. Boston University (1955). Main interest: clinical child psychology research.