Schools can help to ease mental health problems through preventive education, early detection and referrals for treatment, and assisting with the management of students with chronic problems. (SK)

Several forms of hyperkinesis and their symptoms are discussed along with suggested treatment of the hyperkinetic syndrome. (SK)

Masturbation, once thought evil and the cause of many diseases, has been proven medically not to cause mental illness, physical weakness, or any type of disease or death; it is a normal aspect of human sexual development. (SK)

Personal concern and a gentle manner are identified as important components of a school physician's services. (GW)

Brief case studies are offered to show that allergic reactions are potential causal factors of learning disabilities. (GW)

Adaptations necessary for the successful integration of handicapped students of all ages are described. (GW)

It is reported that perception and learning performance of seventh graders were adversely affected by symptoms of the common cold. (GW)

Future usage patterns for mind altering drugs, especially medical and recreational uses, are explored. (GW)

A model for health education is proposed that focuses on the sociocultural, educational, psycho-behavioral, legal, and scientific foundations of that discipline. (GW)

The seventh International Congress on School and University Health and Medicine is reported. (GW)

This article defines sex education and discusses how it should be presented in schools. (PD)

This article presents the results of a survey that asked pertinent questions of the most concerned groups about their expectations regarding human sexuality education in schools. (PD)