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Cook, Amy L.; Hayden, Laura A. – Professional School Counseling, 2012
Given the burgeoning obesity problem among Latino youth and concomitant health problems (Spiotta & Luma, 2008), school counselors have begun to recognize the need for culturally sensitive programming to promote healthy lifestyles. More theoretical, evidence-based programs are needed, however, to ensure Latino youth receive appropriate…
Descriptors: Health Promotion, Prevention, Evidence, School Counselors
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Sackett, Corrine R. – Journal of Creativity in Mental Health, 2010
We are facing a societal trend of lethargy in today's youth. Technology, fear, and limited green spaces keep our children inside and inactive. This article explores this trend and proposes ecotherapy, which promotes mental health in the context of the environment and through the use of green spaces, as a method the counseling profession can…
Descriptors: Social Problems, Ecology, Mental Health, Environmental Influences