Evaluated the physical and psychological benefits of an individualized exercise program for "normal" adults. Differences between program completers and dropouts on persistence, fitness, and physical self-concept are reprinted. A number of special strategies to motivate clients who may benefit most from therapeutic exercise programs as an adjunct…

Recent reviews indicate the most promising substance abuse prevention approaches available today are those that focus primary attention on the psychosocial factors promoting abuse initiation. Two of these approaches are described and discussed. (MT)

This study investigated the effects of a 12-week aerobic training program on menstrual distress symptoms in college females with clinically diagnosed primary dysmenorrhea. The findings suggest that aerobic training can significantly reduce the symptoms associated with primary dysmenorrhea. (Author/MT)

Three themes from a 1985 conference on early childhood special education are reviewed: (1) the effort to improve lives of impaired children and their families is effective; (2) questions remain about research methods in efficacy studies; and (3) there are additional data supporting the logic of early intervention. (CL)

The study assessed the effectiveness of a publicity campaign to sensitize people to the needs and concerns of physically disabled people and to promote favorable attitude change. Results indicated that while the visability of the publicity campaign can be considered a modest success, the campaign was ineffective in promoting positive attitude…

Longitudinal data from 51 children with Down syndrome reared at home and participating in an infant stimultion program were evaluated. Results suggest that infant stimulation programs along with home rearing and training have improved the functions of children with Down syndrome. (Author/CL)

Evaluated two strategies for enhancing maintenance of weight loss in the behavioral treatment of obese clients (N=129): relapse prevention training and posttreatment client-therapist contact by mail and telephone. Results showed that all treatments produced substantial initial weight losses, but subjects tended to regain weight during the…

Self-instruction can work exceptionally well. But accountability is the key. With carefully planning and administration, the self-study concept can offer limitless growth for the training function with no heavy demands on personnel, training facilities, or the organization's budget. (JOW)

Results of a study involving five elementary Ss with learning disabilities in reading indicated that word drill and phrase drill procedures are similarly better than word supply on the recognition of words in isolation but that phrase drill is superior to word drill and word supply for recognition of words in context. (Author/CL)

This article proposes a methodology for a cost-benefit analysis of quality circles. The proposed system is based on the accountability principle, and it is conducted at three levels: project, circles, and the entire quality circle system. Flowcharts are included. (Author/CT)

Conducted a follow-up interview for 57 former vocational rehabilitation clients regarding factors bearing on their vocational success. Responses to questions regarding their perceptions of rehabilitation services, work-related problems, employer-hiring attitudes, and support of family and friends suggested 12 recommendations for enhancing the…

Examines instructional approaches to spelling presented in several college-level texts, showing their shortcomings. (FL)

The development of effective community integration training programs for persons with severe handicaps is examined in terms of the human needs of severely disabled persons, the importance of comprehension and community-oriented training, emphasis on generalization, and consideration of individual preferences and interests. (CL)

In addressing goals of parent education in early childhood, the Growing Child Model, with its age-specific feature, provides knowledge for parents at the precise time in their young child's life when this knowledge is most needed. Evaluative data on the monthly newsletter are cited. (Author/CL)

A study skill training procedure involving a modified study, question, read, recite, and review technique was functionally related to improved storytelling for three intermediate-grade learning disabled students. (CL)