Journal of School Health articles from October 2002

Journal of School Health archives from October 2002

Youth risk behavior surveillance--United States, 2001. (Special Reports).
October 1, 2002... In the United States, 70.6% of all deaths among youth and young adults aged 10-24 years result from only four causes: motor-vehicle crashes (31.4%), other unintentional injuries (12%), homicide (15.3%), and suicide (11.9%). (1) Substantial...

Asthma management practices and education needs of Head Start directors and staff. (Articles).
October 1, 2002... Head Start programs emphasize the importance of early identification of health problems and implementation of comprehensive health programs for preschool children. One health problem frequently identified in Head Start programs is asthma. (1,2)...

A statewide school tobacco policy review: process, results, and implications. (Articles).
October 1, 2002... "Each day 3,000 young people across the United States become daily smokers. Most start this habit not fully understanding that nicotine in tobacco is as addictive as heroin, cocaine, or alcohol. Most also underestimate the health consequences,...

Food-related beliefs, eating behavior, and classroom food practices of middle school teachers. (Research Papers).
October 1, 2002... The 1996 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Guidelines for School Health Programs to Promote Lifelong Healthy Eating focused attention on the critical role of schools in promoting and supporting development of healthy dietary behavior...

A question-and-answer approach to drug education. (Teaching Techniques).
October 1, 2002... This teaching technique suggests a variety of strategies and approaches for K-12 drug education. Students can work individually, in small groups, or as a class to identify a working definition of and key concepts about drug use. Expect younger...

Parent knowledge and attitudes about school-based Hepatitis B immunization programs. (Health Service Applications).
October 1, 2002... The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend Hepatitis B immunization for all youth aged 0 to 18 years who have not previously been immunized against the disease. (1) Adolescents not vaccinated with the hepatitis B vaccine as...