Library Materials - Substance Abuse
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Present Knowledge in Nutrition; Eighth Edition (2001) Barbara A. Bowman and Robert M. Russell (editors) This text includes chapters on energy physiology, macronutrients, fat and water soluble vitamins, minerals and trace elements, and nutrition and the life cycle. It also includes chapters on physiology and pathophysiology and nutrition and chronic disease such as obesity, diabetes, and osteoporosis. International nutrition including food insecurity and hunger, and emerging issues in nutrition such as food safety are also discussed. The writing style is scientific and detailed. Book
Staying Well - Teaching Tools for Older Adults (1997) Ohio Department of Aging, the Ohio Department of Health, the Ohio State University Extension and Ross Products Division of Abbott Laboratories Staying Well contains empowering lessons that address common medical conditions, dental health, drug issues, importance of dietary variety, alcohol, budgeting, socialization, weight gain or loss and overcoming obstacles to shopping, cooking and eating healthfully. It contains intervention activities for older adults complete with lesson plans, challenges, activities, promotional incentives, handouts and much more. Curriculum Design
Substance Abuse & Nutrition National Health Video, Inc. This video discusses the nutritional and health consequences that result from taking substances such as methamphetamines, cocaine and heroin. It also discusses how to incorporate good nutrition into a recovery plan by using the Food Guide Pyramid Video
This Is Your Life: A Teacher's Activity Guidebook for Hands-On Health! The Activity Guidebook for Working with Teens (1999) Barbara Storper & Foodplay Productions This Activity Guidebook is designed to help middle and high school boys and girls improve their eating, exercise, and health habits and foster self-esteem. Can be used separately or as an accompaniment to the "This Is Your Life" theater show or Video Kit. Book, Curriculum Design

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