Describes an evaluation that analyzed the implementation of a school health education curriculum, assessed cognitive learning outcomes attributable to the curriculum, and examined the relationship between classroom implementation and changes in students' knowledge. Results indicated that the curriculum had a positive effect on learning in…

Presents a case study of a health education process--community organization--that deals with an issue of health protection. Provides a description of the community and history of the problem, the nature of the intervention team, the theoretical and conceptual model held by the intervention team, a description of the intervention, and assessment of…

Describes a study undertaken to ascertain the extent to which arthritis patients could be targeted by arthritis-related programming over a local cable system. Some conceptual and practical issues involved in targeting chronic patient groups for health programming are discussed. (Author/CT)

The growth and development of New York University's graduate level professional preparation program in human sexuality as an integral part of the Health Education Department is described. The difficulties encountered initially and the ongoing process of improvement are reviewed. Problems of professional identity and accreditation and their…

The ultimate goal of any hypertension control program is reduction of excessive morbidity and mortality from cardiovascular disease. Factors affecting detection of hypertension and compliance with educational intervention are discussed and implications drawn. (MT)

This study sought to determine whether religious beliefs could distinguish between older adolescent males of differing sexual experience and to determine whether such beliefs could distinguish between older adolescent males differing in frequency of contraceptive use. Results are discussed and implications for health educators are set forth. (MT)

The self-help movement currently sweeping the country has implications for health educators, school nurses, and counselors in particular. Despite the availability and reported success of self-help groups in assisting individuals with almost every imaginable condition, the referral value of this resource remains largely unrecognized and untapped by…

This bibliography of selected materials on workplace health promotion and education is divided into three parts. The first provides an annotated listing of books, reports, and conference proceedings. The second lists more than 130 articles from professional journals, categorized by subject. The third section samples popular magazine articles. (MT)

Death education is becoming a legitimate topic for health education curricula. This article suggests that the potential of the death education/health education relationship can be enhanced by hands-on involvement with death-related counseling. The benefits for the bereaved, the dying person, and the family are described. (MT)

With adolescents as the most likely victims of suicide, students can become the first line of defense. This article outlines reasons for suicide, warning signs and behaviors, and ways to help. Activities that enable students to view suicide as a desperate act which can be understood and prevented are suggested. (MT)

This article describes a community-conceived health education program for grades K through six developed by the local United Way Health Foundation in cooperation with the schools and parents. Since 1973, these groups have participated in the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of the health program through a community involvement…

Alcohol educators should not overreact to teenage drinking but provide skills for adolescents and adults to abstain or to incorporate alcohol into their lifestyles in a responsible manner. The responsible use model of alcohol education, a significant change from earlier models because of its emphasis on affective instruction, is described. (MT)

Epidemiology has been used historically to reduce the incidence of communicable diseases and is used presently to study chronic conditions, environmental conditions, and social conditions. Its analytical method is necessary for health educators to evaluate tactics and recommend programs. (MT)

Questionnaires answered anonymously by 271 undergraduate students listed concerns regarding sexual intercourse. Results indicated emotional and relationship factors were of primary concern to female students, while performance factors were more important to males. Traditional stereotypes and the double standard were much in evidence. (MT)

One hundred fifty-six undergraduate students at a predominantly Black college were administered a test designed to determine the type of attitude students have toward parenting. A majority of the students had an authoritarian attitude toward parenting. Significant relationships between parental attitude and other variables are discussed. (MT)