Peer reviewedERIC Number: EJ430594
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 1991
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ISSN: ISSN-0002-7642
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The New Morbidity: A National Plan of Action.
Baumeister, Alfred A.; And Others
American Behavioral Scientist, v34 n4 p468-500 Mar-Apr 1991
Discusses child morbidity, suggesting solutions can be found at the community level. Argues the federal government's role is essential in articulating policy and providing resources. Generates a new morbidity model emphasizing poverty and social factors as crucial influences. Lists priorities for effective, preventive, intervention planning. (NL)
Descriptors: Behavioral Science Research, Birth Rate, Child Development, Child Health, Community Resources, Disadvantaged Youth, Disease Incidence, Government Role, Health Conditions, High Risk Students, Mortality Rate, Poverty, Public Agencies, Public Health Legislation, Public Policy, Public Sector, Welfare Services
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Audience: Researchers
Language: English
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