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Campbell, Fernanda Q.; Patil, Pratima A. – Boston Foundation, 2019
Over the past three years, the Boston Birth to Eight Collaborative has convened more than 200 individuals and organizations from across the early childhood field--center and family-based providers, pediatricians, public health researchers, hospitals, family engagement organizations, and parents--to ensure all children are ready for sustained…
Descriptors: Early Childhood Education, Access to Education, Supply and Demand, Child Care
Annie E. Casey Foundation, 2010
The broad array of data presented each year in the "KIDS COUNT Data Book" is intended to illuminate the status of America's children and to assess trends in their well-being. By updating the assessment every year, KIDS COUNT provides ongoing benchmarks that can be used to see how states have advanced or regressed over time. Readers can also use…
Descriptors: Annual Reports, Tables (Data), Young Children, Profiles

Ragg, Kerry E. – Journal of School Health, 1979
Physical activity combined with proper diet will lead to weight loss without strenuous exercising. (JD)
Descriptors: Body Weight, Dietetics, Exercise (Physiology), Nutrition
Finnegan, Karen; Decker, Jim – Montage, Imagination in Learning, 1980
A "Nutrition and Fitness through Visual Learning Program" is designed to help mentally retarded persons select nutritious foods; prepare a nutritious lunch semi-independently; participate in a daily physical fitness program; and develop auditory comprehension, verbal expression, and communication skills. The project uses an instant camera to…
Descriptors: Adults, Body Weight, Communication Skills, Mental Retardation

Fox, Robert; And Others – Exceptional Children, 1982
A review of traditional (such as psychotherapy) and behavioral approaches (such as self-monitoring and reinforcement) to obesity treatment of mentally retarded students led to the conclusion that the behavioral orientation was more successful. Implications for initiating such programs include thorough training, voluntary participation, and parent…
Descriptors: Behavior Modification, Body Weight, Eating Habits, Mental Retardation
Pastor, Patricia N.; Reuben, Cynthia A. – Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2008
Objectives: This report presents national estimates of the prevalence of diagnosed attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and learning disability (LD) in U.S. children 6-17 years of age and describes the prevalence of these conditions for children with selected characteristics. The use of educational and health care services and the…
Descriptors: Attention Deficit Disorders, Hyperactivity, Learning Disabilities, Disability Identification
Lupi, Marsha H.; Porcella, John E. – Techniques, 1987
The paper summarizes characteristics of the child with Prader-Willi Syndrome (characterized by insatiable appetite and usually mild to moderate mental retardation). Suggestions are offered for the environmental and behavioral management of the Prader Willi student. (DB)
Descriptors: Behavior Change, Body Weight, Eating Habits, Elementary Secondary Education

Zimmerman, S. Scott – Journal of Chemical Education, 1984
Presents some of the basic information on exercise and diet to illustrate biochemical principles. Topic areas include: forms of stored energy; caloric balance, exercise, and weight control; a recommended exercise program; physiological effects of endurance training; and the biochemistry of running a marathon. (JN)
Descriptors: Biochemistry, Body Weight, College Science, Dietetics

Overdorf, Virginia G. – Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance, 1987
The preoccupation of some female sports enthusiasts with thinness is frequently symptomatic of underlaying emotional problems. This article examines the problem and makes suggestions to enable coaches to cope with these athletes. (MT)
Descriptors: Anorexia Nervosa, Athletes, Athletic Coaches, Body Weight
Bays, Claudia T.; Hoge, Carol A. – 1989
This manual is for use in a school-based program to help overweight students practice eating and exercise behaviors and develop strategies focusing on positive lifestyle choices. The resource guide and curriculum is arranged in three sections: (1) "Get Ready" explains how to use the book; (2) "Get Set" explains the goals for the program and…
Descriptors: Body Weight, Dietetics, Eating Habits, Elementary Secondary Education
Gelbard, Nancy – 1987
Designed to provide accurate and up-to-date information about nutrition and health, this booklet is centered on the nutritional needs of pregnant and lactating adolescents and on the role of schools and the California State Department of Education in meeting those needs. The first section presents information for pregnant adolescents regarding…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Body Weight, Breastfeeding, Dietetics
Brown, Stephen; Birch, David; Teufel, James; Kancherla, Viajava – American Journal of Health Education, 2006
Children and adolescents in the United States are increasingly overweight at younger ages. Many studies have investigated the issue from the perspective of professionals and other adults. This study assessed early adolescents' perceptions regarding the magnitude of, effects of, causes of, solutions for, and learning preferences related to…
Descriptors: Obesity, Health Education, Children, Adolescents
Harris, Mary B. – Health Education (Washington D.C.), 1983
The importance of educating students about obesity is stressed. Desirable instructional goals include: (1) providing accurate information about obesity; (2) preventing obesity (if possible); (3) treating it; and (4) making students aware that much of the prejudice against fat people is irrational. (PP)
Descriptors: Body Weight, Eating Habits, Educational Objectives, Elementary Secondary Education
Black, Susan – American School Board Journal, 2002
Eating disorders among teens and younger children have reached epidemic levels. The school's primary role in helping students who may have eating disorders is referring them to specialists. Schools can also help students learn good eating habits and designate a resource person to serve as a liaison with community medical and mental health…
Descriptors: Anorexia Nervosa, Body Weight, Bulimia, Eating Disorders
Ganong, Ray – 1983
The off-season football strength training and conditioning program at the University of Miami was developed to emphasize commitment and continued intensity of effort on the part of the individual player. The program emphasizes the intrinsic rewards of physical conditioning, positive reinforcement for effort, and individual responsibility for…
Descriptors: Athletes, Athletic Equipment, Body Weight, Exercise