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| American Psychologist | 3 |
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| Journal Articles | 3 |
| Reports - Descriptive | 2 |
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| Speeches/Meeting Papers | 1 |
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Peer reviewedRoybal, Edward R. – American Psychologist, 1984
This article is concerned with the aged and looks briefly at the history of federal involvement in mental health care, discusses current trends, and examines the future of mental health care in the United States. (CMG)
Descriptors: Age Discrimination, Block Grants, Federal Government, Government Role
Peer reviewedVandenBos, Gary R.; Buchanan, Joan – American Psychologist, 1983
The former director of the National Institute on Aging (NIA) discusses: consequences of aging in relation to Federal policies; care facilities for older persons; the role of the Federal government in funding aging research; and the need for more personnel trained to deal with problems of the elderly. (AOS)
Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Aging (Individuals), Federal Government, Government Role
Peer reviewedDeLeon, Patrick H.; And Others – American Psychologist, 1989
Provides an overview of the current state of health services in rural America and examines policy changes being made through Congressional action. Presents suggestions for further research and legislative actions. Discusses the role that individual psychologists can play in improving mental health services in rural areas. (MW)
Descriptors: Disadvantaged Environment, Economically Disadvantaged, Federal Legislation, Government Role
