The article points out that while the association of poverty and health defects is probably valid, the most important etiological factors are not primarily health, but rather are social, economic and political. Large scale programs are recommended to improve the quality of life. (Author)

Background: This study explores the relationship between self-reported physical disabilities or long-term health problems and health risk behaviors or adverse health conditions (self-reported engagement in violent behaviors, attempted suicide, cigarette smoking, alcohol and other drug use, sexual activity, physical activity, dietary behaviors,…

Background: Latino youth experience disproportionate rates of mental health problems including suicide and depression. Better understanding of underlying risk and protective factors on the part of school-based health professionals, teachers, and health care providers in their lives is warranted. The aims of this secondary analysis of 2004…

Celebrate Life! is a learning style-based mental health curriculum for students in grades seven through nine. The curriculum is described and examples are presented. (MT)

Findings suggest importance of consideration of child mental health in the learning experiences of school nurses both in prevention and treatment. Indicates need for opportunities to employ mental health in current practices in areas of promotion, prevention and rehabilitation. (Author/CJ)

A list of behavioral changes indicative of emotional distress is provided for teachers for use in identification and referral of potential suicides. (JD)

Background: Students are unable to benefit from many school programs designed to address their mental health needs if their parents do not consent to their participation. As part of an ongoing effort in a large urban school district to meet the mental health needs of students traumatized by violence exposure, this paper examines the impact of…

Well-designed and effectively implemented school health policies and programs can improve students' health-related behaviors and outcomes, as well as their educational outcomes. Health promotion programs in the school setting are guided and constrained by myriad federal, state, and local laws and policies. Knowledge and understanding of the legal…

This article presents two case studies which are indicative of the need for further interdisciplinary involvement for children with emotional and academic difficulties. (JC)

This article describes the methods of a multidisciplinary team of seven health and therapy specialists in meeting teaching and learning difficulties. The programs focus was on helping teachers develop new ways of teaching rather than on the children's handicaps. (Author)

Positive mental health is critical for teachers because of the position of authority they hold and the possible influence they have on students. (JD)

The nurse practitioner in the school is a valuable source of practical health education and also preventive health measures. (JD)