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Download full textRoom, Robin, Ed.; Collins, Gary, Ed. – 1983
These conference proceedings consider the major lines of evidence on the nature and locus of the alcohol-disinhibition link. The first day's papers, commentaries and discussions are centered on physiological and behavioral links; social-psychological research; historical ideas on alcohol, crime, and accidents; and anthropological perspectives on…
Descriptors: Aggression, Alcoholism, Antisocial Behavior, Behavior Change
Davidson, Michael S., Ed.; Davidson, Mary W., Ed. – 1980
Six papers from a 1978 conference on birth defects focus on prevention. G. Stickle ("The Health of America's Babies: How Do We Stack Up?'" reviews risk in pregnancy, cites inadequate prenatal care and maternal nutrition, and discusses examples of how the United States is not applying its knowledge of how to improve pregnancy outcome. In "Genetic…
Descriptors: Alcoholism, Congenital Impairments, Counseling, Drug Abuse
Giesbrecht, Norman, Ed.; And Others – 1990
This document presents modified and updated papers from a symposium held to examine alcohol and drug abuse prevention efforts worldwide. It contains 32 papers from 11 countries; papers include: (1) "Community Action on Alcohol Problems: The Demonstration Project as an Unstable Mixture" (Robin Room); (2) "Perspectives on the…
Descriptors: Action Research, Alcohol Abuse, Alcoholism, Community Action
Li, Ting-Kai, Ed.; And Others – 1979
These 41 articles on the topic of alcoholism and nutrition address the following subjects: (1) the effects of alcohol on nutrition and gastrointestinal functions; (2) the effects of alcohol on mineral metabolism; (3) the effects of alcohol on vitamin metabolism; (4) the effects of alcohol on protein and amino acid metabolism; (5) alcohol…
Descriptors: Alcoholism, Biochemistry, Biology, Drug Abuse
Furhoff, Lars, Ed.; Hemanus, Pertti, Ed. – 1985
Intended for those interested in scientific research in journalism, the papers in this volume focus on conditions of journalism, journalism and reality, and methodology. The papers discuss the following topics: (1) research on the contents of newspapers and the working conditions for editorial staff; (2) the meanings and functions of audience in…
Descriptors: Alcoholism, Audience Analysis, Content Analysis, Cultural Influences
Matlins, Stuart M.; And Others – 1981
This monograph, the product of a symposium about the provision of services to children of alcoholics, contains chapters concentrating on identification, intervention, treatment, and prevention. These concepts are delineated in terms of the needs of children of alcoholics, with a particular emphasis on barriers that inhibit the therapy process and…
Descriptors: Alcoholism, Children, Counseling Services, Delivery Systems
Sword, Jeane, Ed. – 1987
Sponsored by the Advisory Council of the University of Minnesota, Duluth, the proceedings include the keynote address on the effects of day care on young children and associated guidelines for practice. Four sectional presentations provide discussions of discipline-based art education for early childhood, all-day programs for creative learning in…
Descriptors: Alcoholism, Art Education, Day Care, Early Childhood Education
AVANTE International Systems Corp., San Antonio, TX. – 1981
Written in Spanish and English, the proceedings include 6 papers and the recommendations presented at the conference on alcoholism and alcohol-related problems among Hispanics attended by approximately 400 participants, representing 29 states, Puerto Rico, and Mexico. "The Challenge of the 1980's: Action Through Unity" discusses the need…
Descriptors: Agency Cooperation, Alcoholism, Community Action, Cultural Awareness
Ellis, Barbara Gray, Ed. – 1982
This workshop report presents excerpts of the panel discussions of 10 distinguished family researchers considering the feasibility of joint studies across the three Alcohol, Drug Abuse and Mental Health Administration Institutes (the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, the National Institute of Mental Health, and the National…
Descriptors: Alcoholism, Behavior Problems, Drug Abuse, Family Characteristics
Wisconsin Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Other Drug Information, Madison. – 1981
This report, based on a national interdisciplinary conference, provides a historical perspective as well as a review of recent research on the topic of public drunkenness. The materials look at the problem from the perspective of the community, health care providers, and the criminal justice field. Legal issues are discussed, especially the…
Descriptors: Alcoholism, Antisocial Behavior, Correctional Institutions, Court Litigation
Harford, Thomas C., Ed.; Gaines, Lawrence S., Ed. – 1981
This monograph presents the proceedings of a workshop on the contexts of social drinking, i.e., the situational factors associated with drinking which might increase or inhibit heavier consumption. A brief foreword, participant list, and editors' introduction are presented followed by the 13 workshop presentations: Public Drinking Contexts: Bars…
Descriptors: Adults, Alcoholism, Behavior Patterns, Cognitive Processes
Robinson, Judith – 1997
This report of a symposium, convened to study the prevention of alcohol and other drug problems (AOD) in higher education, offers examples of faculty involvement and explores creative and innovative methods of engaging faculty members in campus-based AOD prevention efforts. Sections of the report examine the role of faculty as leaders in…
Descriptors: Alcohol Abuse, Alcohol Education, Alcoholism, College Faculty
National Youth Alternatives Project, Inc., Washington, DC. – 1978
In this report the speeches, workshops, and panel discussions of the National Youth Worker's Conference of 1978 are abstracted. Topics covered include educational alternatives, drug abuse, youth employment, juvenile delinquency, counseling and program planning, sexuality, management of community based agencies, and therapy techniques. Films shown…
Descriptors: Alcoholism, Community Information Services, Community Involvement, Conference Reports
Senate Committee of Canada (Ontario). Standing Senate Committee on Health, Welfare and Science. – 1978
Experiences in prenatal life and early childhood that may cause personality disorders or criminal behavior in later life are examined in these proceedings of the Subcommittee on Childhood Experiences as Causes of Criminal Behavior, of the Standing Committee on Health, Welfare and Science, Senate of Canada. This issue, the sixth in a series of 19…
Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Aggression, Alcoholism, Antisocial Behavior
Lassey, William R., Ed.; And Others – 1980
Papers contained in the volume, apart from the introduction and final chapter, were prepared for a 1979 conference on "Research and Public Service with the Rural Elderly," held in conjunction with the annual meetings of the Western Gerontological Society. Developed with an intent toward building a stronger emphasis on research and public…
Descriptors: Alcoholism, Community Services, Cultural Differences, Ethnic Groups
