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Peer reviewedLundervold, Duane A.; Poppen, Roger – Gerontologist, 1995
Essential tremor (ET), the most prevalent movement disorder, has a peak prevalence in the sixth decade of life, primarily affecting the hands and head. Persons with ET are often significantly disabled and medical intervention often had limited effectiveness. Describes a biobehavioral rehabilitation model for older adults with ET. (Author/JBJ)
Descriptors: Aging (Individuals), Behavior Development, Chronic Illness, Disabilities
Direct linkHumphreys, Keith; Macus, Sue; Stewart, Eric; Oliva, Elizabeth – Journal of Community Psychology, 2004
Accumulating research attests to the benefits of self-help groups for people who have various chronic health problems. Expansion of self-help group participation may enable a broader portion of society to experience these health benefits. The Media and Education for Self-Help (MESH) Project was an effort to increase interest in health-related…
Descriptors: Intervention, Program Evaluation, Self Help Programs, Urban Areas
