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January 1, 2010 | Book
This book synthesizes the results from more than 50 years of empirical research, resulting in simple, powerful, and practical guidance for health professionals who want to know the most effective strategies for helping their clients to put long-term health-relevant behavior changes into practice.
January 1, 2011 | Book
In this chapter of the Anthology, the United Teen Equality Center in Lowell, Massachusetts offers an approach to stemming gang violence. Their program uses streetworkers, some of whom were former gang members, to stop outbreaks of gang violence and help gang members get an education, locate employment training opportunities, and find jobs.
April 1, 2013 | Book
More than 50 authors describe how communications profoundly shape our nation's activity and dietary practices in ways that are often challenging to track and evaluate.
February 4, 2009 | Book/Journal Article
This article introduces the American Journal of Preventive Medicine's supplement on round two results of the Prescription for Health program.
January 1, 2006 | Book
Statistics that show aging of the American population have led health experts to issue dire warnings. Many concerns about this vulnerable population and the strain it may place on social service programs are warranted, but focusing only on the chall ...
January 1, 2003 | Book
The Foundation's stature may be based largely on its national policy and program activities, but it devotes a significant amount of its resources to supporting local activities. A look at a few of those local activities are presented in this year's Anthology..
January 1, 2008 | Book
As a consequence of sedentary lifestyles, obesity rates have climbed dramatically over the last half-century, leading to increases in diabetes, heart attacks and other illnesses.