Banner Graphic, Volume 16, Number 258, Greencastle, Putnam County, 9 June 1986 — Page 4

The Putnam County Banner Graphic, June 9,1986

First-born, only children have an intellectual edge: researcher

ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) First-born and only children enjoy an intellectual advantage over younger siblings because they are exposed to more adult-level thought and speech, according to a University of Michigan researcher. A family’s intellectual atmosphere tends to decline as the family expands, and newer members are especially shortchanged, psychologist Robert B. Zajonc said. Zajonc said his theory is supported by Scholastic Aptitude Test scores, which began rebounding when the baby boom of 1945-1962 ended and family size began declining. Parents provide the primary intellectual influence during a first-born or only child’s formative years, but that in-

Depression largely untreated PHILADELPHIA (AP) Depression is more common in younger people than in older people, and is largely going untreated despite the availability of effective methods, according to stidies of more than 20,000 Americans. An estimated 11 percent to 12 percent of Americans suffer from depression, said one of the authors of the new studies, Myrna Weissman of Yale University. Women experience depression twice as frequently as men, and the illness is most common in people aged 18 to 44, Weissman reported Wednesday at the annual meeting of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. The studies, part of a large effort by the National Institute of Mental Health to determine the prevalence of mental illness in the United States, identified a variety of factors that increase a person’s chances of suffering from depression. Those most at risk are the young, females, those who are separated, divorced or unhappy in their marriages, and those with a history of depression in their families, Weissman said. “Forty-five percent of women who say they don’t get along with their spouse are in a current episode of major depression,” she said. Among men who say they don’t get along with their wives, 15 percent are suffering from depression, she said. The studies, conducted in families and in five communities across the United States, also found a variety of factors that were not related to depression. I Education, income and occupation, for example, did not affect rates of depression. Nor did race. “Depression,” Weissman said, “is an equal opportunity disorder.” The family studies showed that depression is two to three times more common among people whose immediate families include victims of depression. Weissman reported that children of people suffering from depression are more likely than other children to suffer a wide variety of other ailments. They have more head injuries, operations, accidents and more difficulties in school, even though their intelligence is perfectly normal. “For reasons we do not know, these children are at high risk for having bad things happen to them,” Weissman said. The risk factors that have been identified do not suggest simple means of preventing depression. “Unfortunately, these risks cannot readily be modified as in the case of diet or smoking for cardiovascular disease,” she said. The risk factors can, however, alert physicians to the diagnosis of depression, she said.

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fluence becomes diluted by younger children, said Zajonc, director of the Research Center for Group Dynamics at the university’s Institute for Social Research. “As families get larger, children’s intellectual development suffers, and the effect is accentuated by birth order,” Zajonc said. “The more older siblings a person has, the lower his or her intellectual level, because of the overall decline of the family’s intellectual environment.” First-borns and only children absorb knowledge and experience from their parents, Zajonc suggested. But those children often inherit that role when younger brothers and sisters arrive and are ill-suited to it, he said.

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Calendar of events Notices for publication in the calendar of events cannot be taken over the telephone. Calendar items must be submitted in writing at least 10 days in advance of the events to which they refer. The earlier the submission, the better. Also, each notice should include a telephone number for use by the newspaper in case further information or clarification is needed prior to publication. Notices may be delivered to the Banner-Graphic office at 100 N. Jackson St. or mailed to the newspaper at P.O. Box 509, Greencastle, IN 46135. Tuesday The Better Homes Extension Club will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 10, at the home of the hostess, Kathy Ritter. She also will present the lesson, "Cooking with Herbs.” Members are asked to note the meeting time change and remember to bring canceled stamps and a contribution for the Food Pantry. The Immanuel Baptist Church ladies missionary group will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 10. Teresa Whitt will be hostess and Diane Davies will give devotions. The Brick Chapel Home Extension Club will meet at 1 p.m. Tuesday, June 10, at the home of Mrs. Rodney Sharp. Earlene Webber will assist. A lesson on crafts will be given by Sara Malayer. This month’s donation to the Food Pantry is fruit juice. The Ladies Auxiliary of VFW Post 1550 will meet at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 10, at the post home. Newly elected officers will begin their duties. The Happier Homes Extension Club will meet at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 10, at the home of Mrs. Austin Kircher. The Four Leaf Clover Extension Club will meet at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 10, with Esther Friend. Nell Kersey will present the lesson, “Preserving Old Papers and Books. ” Grace Torr will have devotions. Wednesday , Chapter 22, R.A.M., will have a stated convocation at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 11, to be followed by a stated assembly of Council 107, R. & S.M. Refreshments and social hour will follow. Chapter I, P.E.O. will meet at noon Wednesday, June 11, at the home of Mrs. Ralph Taylor. The Veronica Club will meet at 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 11, at the home of Mary Lou Sharpe. Thursday The Beech Grove ladies aid group will meet all day Thursday, June 12, at the church. There will be a pot luck dinner. Members are asked to arrive early. Larrabee Lodge 131, F & AM, will have a called meeting at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 12. Work will be in the E.A. degree. Refreshments will be served. Visiting brethren are welcome. Tuesday The Senior Citizens Over 50 Club will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, June 17, at the VFW Post in Greencastle. The monthly business meeting and pitch-in dinner will be followed by entertainment. Anyone age 50 or older is welcome. Wednesday The Garden Club will meet at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 18, at the home of Mary Glenn Hamilton to start for a visit to Hillsdale Gardens. Mrs. Laurel Turk is in charge of arrangements. Temple Lodge 47, F & AM, will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 18. Refreshments will be served afterward. Visitors are welcome.

Zajonc first cited his birth-order theory in 1976. SATs are taken by only about 25 percent of the U S. population, but Zajonc said he found further support for his theory in results from the lowa Basic Skills Test, given annually to all students of all ages in that state. Zajonc suggested that a family’s intellectual level could be maintained at a higher level by spacing children farther apart, but he said his theory was not meant to explain individual differences in achievement. “Having a marvelous teacher or reading a fascinating book might increase (any) child’s interest in intellectual matters and spur intellectual growth,” he said.

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Dear Abby Advice of wife who was abused: 'Never go back'

DEAR ABBY: In March I read a letter in your column from a parent whose daughter had actually been beaten to death by her boyfriend. I am enclosing photos of myself following the brutal beating I received from my husband of 11 1/2 years. It was the first time he had physically harmed me, although he had threatened me with a knife several times. These last five years I lived in terror of him, but didn’t know how to get away without getting myself and my three children killed. The assault occurred in a public place at 3:30 p.m. I asked him to meet me there because I was going to tell him I was leaving him, and I thought it would be safe. I was wrong. He nearly killed me. In addition to severe body pummeling, I suffered a broken nose, a blow-out fracture of my right cheek, severe eye damage, broken teeth, contusions and numerous hematomas on my head, which became swollen three times its normal size! Your advice, to file charges and run as though your life depended on it, was good. I ran to a shelter provided by the Women’s Advocates a rape crisis and intervention group. I also pressed charges. He was sentenced to an indefinite term not to exceed 10 years. He must serve 120 days at a correction facility, where he will be evaluated; then there’s a possibility that he will be released. He offered to give me everything I wanted in the divorce if I would drop the charges against him. I refused. I am glad I stood my

Hershey says children the issue in fight against liquor-laced chocolate

c. 1986 N.Y. Times News Service HERSHEY, Pa. - The Hershey Chocolate Co. says it is only thinking of the children. The competition is not so sure. When the Pennsylvania House of Representatives recently approved a measure that would allow a Pocono-based chocolatier to manufacture candies containing liquor, Hershey went on the offensive. “No liquor in chocolate,” the company demanded in a series of half-page advertisements in 33 Pennsylvania newspapers. The sale of liquor-laced chocolates, the advertisement said, “contradicts the values that are actively being promoted and executed daily by parents, schools and the religious and medical communities.” The proposed legislation, now awaiting Senate approval, would allow the manufacture and sale of chocolate with

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ground because now it has been publicly validated that wife beating is unacceptable. Abby, you have my permission to use my name and publish these pictures. Do whatever is necessary to let women everywhere know that they do not have to tolerate physical abuse! Urge them to contact the Women’s Advocates or other local crisis intervention groups. Don’t back off, and above all, never go back! RAE BRENNAN, AMERICAN FALLS, IDAHO DEAR RAE: I cannot publish your pictures, but I can tell you that I and my staff were horrified by them. The damage to your face and body defies description. Thank you for sharing your story and reinforcing my advice to "run from an abusive mate as though your life depended on it because it does.” Now, a word to all girls:

up to 6 percent alcohol by volume for the first time in Pennsylvania. “We are sending adolescents and preteens a double message out of Harrisburg,” said State Itep. Paul Clymer, a critic of the proposal. “On the one hand, we are passing bills that would provide stiffer penalties for drunk driving, and on the other, we are saying liquor-filled candy is all right.” But other legislators say Hershey’s posture goes beyond morality. “They’re trying to stifle competition,” said Joseph Battisto, a State representative from the Pocono Mountain region who is a chief architect of the legislation. Battisto said someone would have to eat about five pounds of the chocolate before receiving the equivalent of one shot of alcohol. The battle began in February, when the federal government repealed an 80-year-old ban on the interstate sale of alcoholfilled candy. The repeal, said Jim Green, a spokesman for the Food and Drug Administration, cleared the way for manufacturers in 12 states to ship their products across state lines. The shipments, however, are restricted to those states where legislation permits the sale

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Under no circumstances should you tolerate a rough shove, a punch, a slap, a twisted arm or any kind of physical abuse from a boyfriend. It’s a clear signal that his uncontrolled anger could eventually escalate into more severe punishment. Most women remain in abusive relationships because they are financially dependent. So, girls, complete your education learn a trade or a profession so you can support yourselves and will never be forced to tolerate abuse because you can’t afford to leave. * * * DEAR ABBY: I am a mature, intelligent, sensitive woman of 33.1 am also a woman who has been approached often by total strangers who say, “My, but you have a pretty face.” (I know I have a pretty face.) The message is obvious. What they don’t say is, “Too bad you’re so fat why don’t you do something about it?” Well, I know I am fat. And I have tried to “do something” about it all my life, and I am sick of it. I am not lazy. I am active, healthy and I eat nutritious food. I know I eat more sugar and fat than I can metabolize, but eating is one of the joys of living. I am single by choice and by no means am I lonely or man-hungry. I’m satisfied with myself the way I am, and need to know what to say to strangers who walk up to me and tell me what a pretty face I have. FAT AND SASSY DEAR FAT: Say, “Thank you.”

of liquor-laced chocolates, such as New Jersey and Massachusetts, and in the District of Columbia. Karol Sitko, president of Ermark, Inc., a fledgling Pocono-based chocolate company, said Hershey was afraid of competition from Ermark, which has signed an agreement with Camille Bloch S.A., a Swiss-based company, to manufacture 32 kinds of chocolates, some of them containing liqueurs and selling for S2B to S3B a pound. The Hershey company traces its paternal relationship with Pennsylvania’s children to 1909, when its founder, Milton Hershey, established a school for orphaned boys. Today, the school houses and educates more than 1,200 disadvantaged children and holds more than 50 percent of Hershey’s stock. “If you will, children are our heritage,” Long said. So even if the proposed legislation becomes law, Long said, Hershey will continue to manufacture alcohol-free chocolates. “Our concern here is young people,” Long said. “It’s a wrong move to wrap alcohol, with all its attendant problems, in the sweet guise of chocolate.”

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