Parents, teachers, youth workers and counsellors will be interested in the two-day conference on Youth Formation at the Family Life Centre, Boyle, Co Roscommon, on November 12th and 13th. Speakers include clinical psychologist and author Dr Tony Humphreys and Frances McDonnell, a training specialist and communications consultant.

"In today's climate of change and uncertainty," says centre director Father Brian Conlon, "it's more important than ever to understand our children's development and to identify the influences which help shape them into self-assured, welladjusted adults." Cost £50. Phone the Family Life Centre at (079) 63000.