Developed and tested a theoretical model of qualitative dimensions in relationships of older parents and adult children. Assessed the impact of these dimensions on the personal and family adjustment of the aged member. The strongest predictor of the dependent variable, the psychological well-being of older parents, was health. (Author/RC)

In recognition of the necessity for giving priority to health education, an ad hoc committee was formed to study the problems in a large suburban high school. Their tasks were to assess health services and health education curricula and to recommend ways to develop a comprehensive health education program. (JN)

Reported further data using a psychological diary technique designed to monitor emotional states over time. The principal factors identified were interpersonal stress, depression-isolation, and physical complaints. Items in both the interpersonal stress and depression-isolation factors tended to be related positively to physical complaints…

A weight control program for a group of eighth-grade girls, which included learning disabled students, was developed to change eating, exercise, and behavior patterns. The course included dietary management, physical activity, and behavior modification techniques. Results show that the students participating in the program decreased their weight…

Hypothesized that internal locus of control would correlate with global self-esteem, physical self-concept, and lower physician-rated disability. Both hypotheses were partially supported. Internality correlated with greater educational attainment, externality with greater length of stay in the institution. (Author/DB)

A computerized health profile model was developed to help adolescents clarify their values about health and health practices. Results indicate that the profile was effective in involving adolescents in making positive decisions about their health. (JN)

Most men had made a satisfactory social and emotional adjustment over time, but a significant number were troubled by chronic illness. The most common stress factor reported was death of a friend. Past personality patterns coupled with current life stress factors were not predictive of present personality functioning. (JAC)

Mitral valve prolapse is the most common heart disease seen in college and university health services. It underlies most arrhythmia and many chest complaints. Activity and exercise restrictions are usually unnecessary. (Author/CJ)

Summarizes major findings of a national survey, "The General Mills American Family Report 1978/79: Family Health in an Era of Stress," conducted by Yankelovich, Skelly and White. Topics covered include attitudes toward medical costs, mental illness, and good health practices, as well as expressed interest in health information. (SJL)

Presents some of the health risks and economic and job insecurities involved in working in the United States. Suggests ways for counselors to amend their practices to accommodate the changing work environment and to help clients prepare for and deal with the economic and physical realities of the job market. (Author)

Discusses that the best way to lower HIV transmission is to focus on educating tribal members about how HIV is transmitted and how it can be avoided. Points out that tribal colleges and universities have the connections needed to build effective outreach programs. Discusses how Si Tanka University at South Dakota addressed the challenge of AIDS…

Discusses whether it is possible for the AIHEC and tribal colleges to reverse poor eating habits and decrease diabetes rates for children through education. Students are gathered in a camp setting and they learn from scientists, nurses, nutritionists, biologists, and cultural teachers about how they can develop healthy habits. (MZ)

A study identified 145 adults with mild mental retardation and hyperinsulinemia, borderline high triglycerides, low high-density lipoprotein cholesterol, hypertension, and abdominal obesity. Those who participated in more frequent bouts of physical activity or who consumed lower dietary fat intakes were one-third as likely to have hyperinsulinemia…

Proposes changing the emphasis in physical education programs toward promoting a healthy lifestyle rather than toward sport or competition. Examines ways in which theoretical models might be used to develop practical ways of working with young people so that they are provided experiential learning in physical education courses. (KO)

Surveyed 43 female and 34 male high school students who denied any use of drugs, alcohol, or tobacco. Compared "nonuser" sample to "user" sample. "Nonuser" students reported better physical and mental health, academic achievement, and their parents exhibited a significantly lower rate of similar problems. (Author/BH)