The microcomputer can be an important tool for the health educator faced with the task of designing exercise programs for a variety of individuals in community or worksite settings. The EXERFIT exercise prescription program at the University of Maryland illustrates an application of the microcomputer. (CJ)

It is critical for nurses to be aware of changing treatment strategies and new research developments in the field of diabetes. This is important so that nurses can respond to patient questions as well as, in some cases, modify their actual patient care approach. Thus, nurses are a vital target group for diabetes continuing education programs. (SSH)

Studied whether stressed teachers in correctional schools differ from nonstressed teachers in their work-related characteristics and in their pattern of somatic complaints and illnesses. A total of 17 percent of the teachers (N=127) were classified as burned out. Concluded that burnout represented some potential health risks for stressed teachers.…

Studied the medical fears of female and male college students. Significant differences were found between scores for males and females, with the latter showing substantially higher generalized and phobic fear scores. Females were most fearful of surgery and becoming mentally ill. Males were most fearful of dentists and surgery. (Author)

Recent studies demonstrate that the optimal place for nutrition education is in the high school health education curriculum. Objectives of a study undertaken to develop and evaluate a nutrition education component included meeting the nutrition training needs of teachers and improving nutrition knowledge of high school students. (JN)

Examined the relationships between social interaction, as measured by a new Emotional Bondedness Scale, health, and subjective well-being in 205 ambulatory medical patients aged 65 to 98. Results indicated a significant correlation between emotional bondedness, health, and subjective well-being. (Author)

Cancer is due to environmental exposure rather than genetic factors. The health educator, by increasing students' awareness of the cancer problem, can assist in the development of cancer prevention programs. Five goals are described for the development of a course in environmental cancer. (JN)

Physical exercise contributes to individuals' abilities to function better in all areas of human functioning and thus to cope better with daily problems. Leaders of multimodal counseling groups can use many elements in the group process to encourage exercise and enrich the lives of group participants. (Author)

Effects of health and income on life satisfaction were analyzed. Financial situation was a slightly stronger predictor of life satisfaction for persons under age 65, whereas health condition had a stronger impact on the life satisfaction of persons over age 64. (Author)

Sexual adjustment of 19 individuals was measured before and four months after their coronary bypass surgery. Test variables were subject to an analysis of variance. Patients showed significant improvement in physical condition. Sexual adjustment, however, did not improve, as measured by the Structured and Scaled Interview to Measure Maladjustment.…

Recounts the history of cancer treatment to illustrate the long-standing tradition of a holistic approach to the investigation and treatment of cancer, discusses the growing emphasis on holistic cancer treatment and the importance of counseling in such treatment. (Author)

Health professionals should instruct mountain enthusiasts about the prevention and early treatment of the medical complications of acute high altitude exposure. Several clinical manifestations are described. (CJ)

Authors address current recommendations for physical activity and health, physical activity and mental well being, and implications for counselors and the counseling profession. Specifically, they review a recent article published in the "Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology" and examine in detail the resulting implications for counselors…

Summarizes research on relationship between physical activity, good nutrition, and academic performance. Offers several recommendations for how schools can take action to improve the nutrition and fitness of students. (PKP)