Some children's books contain valuable examples of healthy adjustment to life and the world. (JD)

Teachers of Mexican-American children should be aware of the influence of the extended Mexican family and the supportive role it plays in the mental health of the child. (JD)

The emerging need for trained professionals in multicultural community health education means providing specific curriculum options in the traditional undergraduate community health education program. (JD)

As student population decreases so should required courses in health education; to attract and hold students, colleges will have to consider their needs and interests. (JD)

This article describes the training of the youthful staff of a health services center. (JD)

If health educators, in their preprofessional training, can participate on an interdisciplinary child service team, it should strengthen their background for a professional career. (JD)

New, attractive health programs are needed to meet practical health needs in the community with positive results. (JD)

Health educators must learn what specific behaviors sustain health and prevent illness, and how they can be established and maintained among consumers. (JD)

The results of this study suggest that discussions about alienated youths retreating to drugs may be oversimplified; it is possible that drugs have become such an acceptable part of the youth culture that alienation has little to do with overall consumption. (JD)

A polling technique devised to discover the attitudes and priorities of low income families on the subject of health care is described. (JD)

This article examines the many new group movements to increase personal awareness and adjustment to life, pointing out their values and warning of possible misuse. (JD)

Research indicates that college student health interests and concerns change very little over a period of at least six years; social and cultural change do not seem to have sudden or drastic influence. (JD)

This study suggests that students are poorly informed about nutrition and that health educators should reappraise what should be done in this area of education. (JD)

The goal of the teacher of young children is to build a positive self-concept in the child so he/she will become aware of how important well-being and good health are. (JD)

By helping out in the classroom, parents can see a teacher work with children, developing their curiosity, elaborating on their interests, disciplining when necessary and, in a sense, the teacher serves as a model for the parents. (JD)