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Peer reviewedSmith, James J. – Computers in Human Services, 1987
Examined whether computerized self-help stress coping program was effective in reducing stress among 30 adult male juvenile counselors. Compared to controls, subjects who participated in program showed decreases in personal strain and state anxiety and increases in personal resources. Concluded that program could provide relief for situational…
Descriptors: Adults, Computer Oriented Programs, Coping, Males
African Americans and Self-Help Education: The Missing Link in Adult Education. ERIC Digest No. 222.
Rowland, Michael L. – 2000
Self-help education and self-help literature is important in the lives of African American adults, but the basic models of learning, development, and program planning in adult education have often been developed with little concern for the unique needs of African Americans. In addition, current theories of adult learning often lack understanding…
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Adult Education, Adults, Afrocentrism
Rea, Lorraine – 1981
This document is a leader's guide for conducting a course in improving self-esteem for mature middle- and upper-class women. After a section on characteristics needed by group leaders and pointers on conducting group discussions, the document contains lesson plans for eight discussion-group lessons. Topics covered during the eight sessions include…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Adults, Assertiveness, Communication Skills


