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Abstract: Home economics in the United States is examined in terms of its development, principles, usefulness, personnel, relationship to other disciplines and occupations, problems, and future. Specific subjects addressed are designed for individuals familiar with home economics to reevaluate and examine the field. Topics covered include: 1) models for home economics; 2) developmental changes in the field; 3) societal influences; 4) influences of household change; 5) biographical data on early home economists; 6) current occupational profiles; 7) female stereotypes; 8) basic concepts; 9) home economics as a discipline; 10) professionalism; 11) professional status; and 12) alternative futures. Home economists have the organization, power base, energy, and leadership to realize the potential of the discipline.