Presents the results of a 1988 conference designed to develop and implement a consensus on how to improve child protective services. Offers specific recommendations and describes implementation plans being carried out by dozens of national organizations. (MDM)

Significant numbers of teenagers participate in high-risk activities that place them in danger of contacting the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) that causes the acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). Recently surveys have been remarkably consistent in reporting numbers of sexually active teens. (15 references) (MLF)

Presents integrated paradigm for wellness and prevention over the life span for purpose of theory building, research, clinical application, education, advocacy, and consciousness raising. Model described includes 11 characteristics desirable for optimal health and functioning. Notes characteristics are expressed through five life tasks of…

Task force convened by Harrah's Reno discovered students who work 15 hours or more weekly tend to earn lower grades, get involved in drugs, and drop out of school. Besides initiating voluntary work permit program providing positive work experiences for at-risk students, group devised mentor, chums, latchkey, self-esteem training, and parent…

Compares the Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) epidemic to past epidemics, including social and political responses. Identifies populations at risk for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection. Discusses current social and economic factors affecting AIDS education programs. Makes recommendations and identifies resources for starting…

Evaluates recent literature regarding schools' parental involvement efforts, chronicling programs describing diverse rationales and benefits for parent participation and presenting a taxonomy for classifying underlying reasons for low parent-school involvement. School-parent communications are the key to any intervention effort. Parent-involvement…

This response to a previous article suggesting that programs to prevent mental retardation have failed makes a distinction between prevention knowledge and prevention application and between biological and functional mental retardation. It claims that the knowledge to prevent functional mental retardation exists but has not been implemented. A…

Used modified 2-wave Delphi technique to intensively survey nationally targeted group of 10 drug abuse experts and 11 human immunodeficiency virus/Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) experts. Panelists from both groups emphasized importance of providing specific, accurate information on AIDS and drug use in adolescent programs. Panelists…

Describes "Man to Man about Rape," project offered at one university that uses both didactic and small group experiential formats to educate male college students about male socialization, intimacy, violent behavior, objectification, father-son relationships, and sexual behavior. (NB)

Focuses on techniques with proven effectiveness in controlling misbehavior in both public schools and correctional institutions. Highlights three ways to handle misbehavior: (1) preventive planning; (2) anticipatory response; and (3) systematic interventions. Emphasizes preventive planning techniques. (Author/JOW)

Outdoor recreationists are at risk for developing giardia infection from drinking contaminated stream water. Giardia is the most common human parasite found in contaminated water that causes gastrointestinal illness. Describes medical treatment and ways of preventing infection through water treatment, including heat, filtration, and chemical…

Identifies three distinct levels of response to issues resulting from substance use, abuse, and addiction: prevention, intervention, and treatment. Defines and explains each of the three response levels and discusses each level's application to adolescents in need. Examines components of model response programs for youth. (Author/NB)

Describes Success for All, a Chapter 1 project aimed at preventing academic deficits, recognizing and intensively intervening when necessary, and providing students with a rich curriculum fostering enhanced skill development. An important element is using tutors to promote students' reading success. The program has benefited the nation's most…

Describes outreach program to deliver mental health services to mentally ill older adults in Baltimore County, Maryland. Incorporating prevention and early intervention strategies, program targets older adults with late-onset or previously undiagnosed psychiatric histories. Explains how services are provided through one-third/one-third/one-third…

Staff at a Baton Rouge (Louisiana) elementary school devised an innovative program to introduce disadvantaged children to opportunities outside their ghetto neighborhood. The Discovery Expeditions plan attempted to address dropout prevention by increasing student awareness of resources and vocational opportunities in Baton Rouge and other areas,…