Compared the effectiveness of a stress-reduction training program, support group counseling, and no treatment, in reducing stress in 18 women. Results were inconsistent, although stress-reduction training was more effective for some individuals. Simply acknowledging stress and being committed to change may have been sufficient for others. (JAC)

Examined the psychosocial characteristics that cognitively mediate between life stressors and the stress response in 235 subjects. Results from the five instruments used showed self-esteem was by far the most important characteristic discriminating between good and poor copers. Other factors were external control, life pace and irrational beliefs.…

The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between the cultural worldview perspective and coping styles of Puerto Rican females in the study. According to Hobfoll's "Conservation of Resources Theory," people strive to retain, protect, and build resources. Hobfoll's theory addresses some of the issues associated with…

Recent scientific research has proven that we can, not only manage our stress, we can even prevent it. Ways to achieve stress management are presented in this book. It details a method called FREEZE-FRAME, a process in which individuals mentally stop the chaos that surrounds them and then calmly contemplate their situation. The text opens with an…

This book is intended to help parents, teachers, and counselors of school-age children who did not experience the loss of someone close to them in the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, but who are still at risk for prolonged anxiety reactions. Although every child will react in a different way to these events, concerned adults must help…

The primary aim of this book is to integrate findings on health and illness in adolescence. The book is geared towards those in the health psychology field as well as others concerned with the issues of adolescent health. It argues the value of following a developmental approach to the study of health or illness in general, and especially for…

This book addresses the causes and consequences of stress in college sports and offers effective coping mechanisms to help individuals understand and control stressors and emotions in their environment. The chapters are: (1) "Understanding Stress"; (2) "Perceptions of Stress in College Athletics"; (3) "Stress among College Athletes"; (4) "Stress…

"Zero to Three" is a single-focus bulletin of the National Center for Infants, Toddlers, and Families providing insight from multiple disciplines on the development of infants, toddlers, and their families. Responding to family needs in the wake of September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, this issue focuses on infants, toddlers, and terror.…

Identified preferences of bereaved parents for dimensions of individual psychological counseling during different phases of grieving. The sample consisted of 42 bereaved parents (25 women, 17 men). Results suggested that bereaved parents in general had preferences for counseling dimensions during different phases of grieving. (Author)

Used short-term longitudinal data to examine the linkage between family transitions and marital experience. Multiple regression equations were estimated to compare change over time in 10 transitional and stable groups. Change occurring in transitional groups was generally not significantly different from that observed for nontransitional groups.…

Reviews "cutback management" and "crisis management" literature and suggests four approaches for school trustees: recognize the problem for what it is; recognize your particular dilemma; don't stall, set priorities; and do it in a way that will elicit cooperation, not competing advocacies. (BRR)

Remedial reading can incorporate strategies to help the inefficient reader cope with situations where reading skills ordinarily would be required. Such strategies can facilitate the individual's functioning in higher education and employment and can lead to greater fulfillment. (Author/CL)

Signs and sources of stress among approximately 220 special educators were identified, the most prevalent being feelings of exhaustion, frustration, disturbed sleep, and withdrawal. Coping resources included personal, interpersonal, organizational, and community approaches. Conclusions stressed the need for more administrative support, counseling,…

Teachers are expected to provide guidance in coping, adapting, and managing conflicts. Ways to resolve conflict include achieving a balance between work and family life goals to increase personal, family, and work satisfactions. (SK)

Presents three annotated bibliographies of reading materials to help involved individuals deal with the grief accompanying the death of a child. They include 10 books for parents, 8 for children and adolescents, and 13 books and journals for professionals. (RAA)