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Sarason, Irwin G.; And Others – Journal of School Health, 1992
Reports a study of adolescents' motivations for smoking. Survey results indicated that curiosity, social norms, and pressures were the main reasons for beginning smoking and that pleasure, addiction, and desire were the main reasons for continuing; various gender differences surfaced. Suggestions are given for smoking prevention programs. (SM)
Descriptors: Adolescents, Child Health, Decision Making, Grade 10
Texas State Commission on Fire Protection, Austin. – 1993
This booklet comprises the high school health component of a series of curriculum guides on fire and burn prevention. It is designed to meet the age-specific needs of ninth and tenth grade students. Objectives include: (1) reviewing comprehensive fire and burn prevention techniques and emergency actions; (2) developing an awareness of fire safety…
Descriptors: Fire Protection, Grade 10, Grade 9, Health Education