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| Illness as teacher : Learning from illness.
| Yoo, Joanne | 2017 |
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Title: Illness as teacher : Learning from illness.
Author(s): Yoo, Joanne |
Journal Details: Australian Journal of Teacher Education v.42 n.1 p.54-68
Published: 2017
ISSN: 1835-517X
Abstract: This article is a conceptual exploration into the value of illness, bodies and embodied practice in teacher education. It draws on my reflections and practitioner accounts of poor health to investigate the potential to learn from illness. I position myself in this discussion as a non-tenured academic who experiences the challenges of her uncertain work environment through her body. I examine the functionalist approaches that devalues the body and explain how the disruptions triggered by illness can enable individuals to create more authentic professional narratives. This paper explores the author's growing awareness of illness, its impact and learning opportunities. Finally, the author investigates the value of writing about illness and the significance of teaching as a witnessing act. Such discussions of illness are pertinent to teacher education as illness is an inevitable part of life and can evoke powerful learning experiences. [Author abstract]
URL (open access) : http://ro.ecu.edu.au/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=3354&context=ajte
URL (conditional access) : http://library.acer.edu.au/document/?document_id=215247
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| A decade of Rural Clinical School research : a PubMed review.
| Bailey, Jannine K.
Mendis, Kumara
Dutton, Tegan
Stevens, Wendy
McCrossin, Timothy | 2015 |
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Title: A decade of Rural Clinical School research : a PubMed review.
Author(s): Bailey, Jannine K. | Mendis, Kumara | Dutton, Tegan | Stevens, Wendy | McCrossin, Timothy |
Journal Details: Rural and Remote Health v.15 n.3353
Published: 8 October 2015
ISSN: 1445-6354
Abstract: One parameter of the operational framework of the Australian Rural Clinical Training & Support Program (RCTS) is rural health research, yet there are no published reports of the research outcomes generated by these hallmarks of Australian rural medical education. To assess the contribution of RCTS to rural health research, their MEDLINE-indexed research publications over the last decade were analysed, using a bibliometric method. MEDLINE-indexed RCTS publications from 2004 to 2013 were retrieved using validated PubMed queries. Two authors independently checked all retrieved RCTS publications for validity. Australian rural health (ARH) publications from RCTS were selectively enumerated and their proportion among all Australian rural health publications in each year was determined. ARH publications were defined as Australian publications that explore issues relevant to the health of the regional, rural or remote Australian population. RCTS publications related to medical education, Indigenous health, rural service areas, National Health Priority Areas (NHPA), and National Rural Health Alliance Priority Areas (NRHAPA) were analysed. Frequency of publication in different journals was also compared. A total of 280 RCTS publications were retrieved, increasing from 10 in 2004 to 49 in 2013. ARH topics dominated (177 articles; 67%). RCTS rural health publications increased as a proportion of all ARH publications from 3.4% in 2004 to 7.7% in 2013. Other RCTS publications increased from 2 (20% of total) in 2004 to 19 (39% of total) in 2013, and covered topics such as mental health, cancer, diabetes, obesity and asthma. RCTS medical education publications increased from 3 in 2004 to 14 in 2013. In total, 81 articles were retrieved comprising 28.9% of all RCTS publications. Indigenous health (18; 6%), rural populations (37; 13%) and rural health services (83; 29%) were the other important categories relevant to the RCTS funding parameters. RCTS publications also included NHPA (57; 20%) and NRHAPA (61; 22%). The main journals publishing RCTS research in this time period were Rural and Remote Health (16%), Australian Journal of Rural Health (13%) and Australian Family Physician (9%). This first study to report on the research efforts of RCTS researchers has shown that they are making a valuable contribution to rural health research and increasingly so within the research parameters indicated. These data represent a benchmark of research strengths and highlight research areas that should be strengthened with targeted research to best promote the health of rural Australians. [Author abstract]
URL (open access) : http://www.rrh.org.au/articles/showarticlenew.asp?ArticleID=3353
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| What makes people sick? The drawing method and children's conceptualisation of health and illness.
| Liamputtong, Pranee
Fernandes, Sydel | 2015 |
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Title: What makes people sick? The drawing method and children's conceptualisation of health and illness.
Author(s): Liamputtong, Pranee | Fernandes, Sydel |
Journal Details: Australasian Journal of Early Childhood v.40 n.1 p.23-32
Published: February 2015
ISSN: 1836-9391
Abstract: In this paper, the authors discuss the use of the drawing method to examine the perceptions of health and illness among refugee children, their health knowledge and ways they regain their health when ill. In-depth interviewing and drawing methods were employed. Twelve Burmese refugee children, aged between eight and 12 years, took part in the drawing method as well as being interviewed individually. The authors found that the drawing method is an appropriate method for use in research with refugee children. This method helps to foster the possibility of implementing health education programs targeted at young refugees that aim to 'fill the gaps' of their health knowledge. They recommend that it is worthwhile for teachers and researchers in early childhood to use the drawing method for health education/promotion programs and future research with children and other vulnerable participants. [Author abstract]
URL (open access) : http://www.earlychildhoodaustralia.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/AJEC1501_.pdf
URL (archived) : http://web.archive.org/web/20171112052732/http://www.earlychildhoodaustralia.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/AJEC1501_.pdf
URL (conditional access) : http://library.acer.edu.au/document/?document_id=206824
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| Complexity in healthcare : implications for clinical education.
| Kuipers, Pim
Kendall, E.
Ehrlich, C.
McIntyre, M.
Barber, L.
Amsters, D.
Kendall, M.
Kuipers, K.
Brownie, S. | 2013 |
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Title: Complexity in healthcare : implications for clinical education.
Author(s): Kuipers, Pim | Kendall, E. | Ehrlich, C. | McIntyre, M. | Barber, L. | Amsters, D. | Kendall, M. | Kuipers, K. | Brownie, S. |
Journal Details: Focus on Health Professional Education v.15 n.2 p.4-16
Published: October 2013
ISSN: 1442-1100
Abstract: This descriptive article considers aspects of healthcare complexity and clinical education through the World Health Organisation's International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF). The relevance of the ICF for informing healthcare for people with complex health needs is considered and implications for clinical education are suggested. Method: The 'core sets' of 22 complex health conditions were extracted from the official ICF internet research database. These core sets, which have been developed with almost 6000 patients and experts globally, define the key dimensions and implications of these complex health conditions using standardised descriptors. Relevant descriptors were summarised as tallies of all categories across the 22 core sets. Results: The categorised tallies indicated that across 22 complex conditions, the ICF domains of 'activities and participation', 'environment' and 'body function' were used more frequently in core set inventories documenting complex conditions than descriptors from the 'body structures' domain. That is, personal, social and environmental dimensions were highlighted more frequently than medical aspects of complex conditions. Conclusion: The ICF 'core sets' for complex health conditions provide a useful, research-based perspective on healthcare complexity. The current study suggests that clinical education for complexity should likewise be broad in scope and include the multiple personal, social and environmental dimensions of complexity. [Author abstract]
URL (conditional access) : http://library.acer.edu.au/document/?document_id=201585
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| Building better relationships for healthier choices.
| O'Connor, Anne
Allott, Mindy | 2012 |
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Title: Building better relationships for healthier choices.
Author(s): O'Connor, Anne | Allott, Mindy |
Journal Details: Connect n.197 p.7-9
Published: October 2012
ISSN: 0158-4995
Abstract: In 2010, ISIS Primary Care identified a high level of unhealthy behaviour within Melbourne's western suburbs: alcohol and drug abuse, and sexually transmitted infections. Strong relationships can protect against poor behaviour in both areas, especially amongst adolescents. Adolescents with healthy relationships and strong connections to family and school tend to have fewer problems in these areas. With this in mind, ISIS decided to conduct a project with a local secondary school. Bayside College in Williamstown was eager to conduct a health promotion project seeking to improve communication and relationships among students. A collaborative approach was chosen, with the project running throughout 2011 to help students develop skills to build stronger relationships. A student wellbeing action team was formed, which surveyed all students and staff before deciding on a project. The students decided to focus on school pride, producing a wall mosaic conveying an inspirational quote by Gandhi. While the project ultimately achieved its aim of helping Bayside students learn to build better relationships, the project was not an unqualified success. The whole-of-school approach did not progress and the future of the project is uncertain. [Author abstract, ed]
URL (open access) : https://research.acer.edu.au/connect/vol2012/iss197/1
URL (conditional access) : http://library.acer.edu.au/document/?document_id=195392
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| Comprehensive relationships and sexual health education.
| Flentje, Jane | 2012 |
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Title: Comprehensive relationships and sexual health education.
Author(s): Flentje, Jane |
Journal Details: Redress v.21 n.1 p.6-8
Published: April 2012
ISSN: 1039-382X
Abstract: SHine SA (Sexual Health information, networking and education) is the lead sexual health agency in South Australia. From 2003 to 2005 SHine SA ran the sexual health and relationships education (share) project. This involved SHine SA supporting state secondary schools in the project which aimed to improve the health and well-being of young people, with particular emphasis on addressing the unacceptable levels of unplanned pregnancy, teenage abortion, sexually-transmitted infections, sexual coercion, homophobic discrimination and violence against women in intimate relationships. An important inclusion in the share project was a two-day training course for teachers, curriculum materials (including 'Teach It Like It Is', a teachers' manual) and ongoing support from SHine SA staff. The curriculum has been modified and updated every year. The share project became the Focus Schools program as SHine SA changed the original pilot to an ongoing commitment to schools. In March 2011, a revised version of 'Teach It Like It Is' was published. In 2011 SHine SA engaged the University of South Australia to evaluate the Focus Schools program. The Health and Physical Education (HPE) learning area of the Australian Curriculum is currently being written. From SHine SA's perspective, it is vital that the components within the HPE area that deal with relationships and sexual health reflect the complexity of the future world for all young people as they negotiate for safety, pleasure and respect in their intimate relationships. [Author abstract, ed]
URL (open access) : https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/s/9fgue9p4pilanmf/awe_journal_april_2012.pdf?dl=1
URL (archived) : https://web.archive.org/web/20140213100628/http://www.awe.asn.au/drupal/sites/default/files/awe_journal_april_2012_1.pdf
URL (conditional access) : http://library.acer.edu.au/document/?document_id=193319
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| Indigenous children in Australia : health, education and optimism for the future.
| Lyons, Zaza
Janca, Aleksandar | 2012 |
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Title: Indigenous children in Australia : health, education and optimism for the future.
Author(s): Lyons, Zaza | Janca, Aleksandar |
Journal Details: Australian Journal of Education v.56 n.1 p.5-21
Published: April 2012
ISSN: 0004-9441
Abstract: In Australia, Indigenous children are disproportionately affected by poor health. The combined consequences of illness and social factors in this population have an adverse affect on educational outcomes for Indigenous children, resulting in lower levels of achievement and attainment compared with non-Indigenous children. From early childhood, infectious diseases are significantly more common among these children compared to their non-Indigenous counterparts and there are a number of risk factors that contribute to this burden of disease. Health and education are inextricably linked but, for the most part, the two sectors operate independently of each other in the provision of health and educational services. This article will discuss the health and educational status of Indigenous children and describe a range of programs and initiatives from both sectors that aim to improve outcomes for this population. [Author abstract]
URL (conditional access) : http://library.acer.edu.au/document/?document_id=190411
http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/000494411205600102
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| Global health education for medical undergraduates.
| Laven, Gillian
Newbury, Jonathan W. | 2011 |
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Title: Global health education for medical undergraduates.
Author(s): Laven, Gillian | Newbury, Jonathan W. |
Journal Details: Rural and Remote Health v.11 n.1705
Published: 19 May 2011
ISSN: 1445-6354
Abstract: The Rural Undergraduate Support and Coordination (RUSC) program has stimulated teaching in remote Indigenous health, primary health care and international health for Australian students prior to their placements. Medical students have traditionally taken electives in the developing world, although these electives are of variable use to the communities hosting them and to the students. Calls for development of a curriculum in international or global health have resulted in some attempts to define a curriculum. An International Health (IH) course at the University of Adelaide Medical School, South Australia, has evolved since 1999. The IH course has functioned both as an introduction to the social determinants of health and as a pre-departure course for student electives. The sequence progresses from general information to disease specific information and service provision for refugees and returning travellers. Experienced presenters deliver the content; student assessment is via a group development program proposal. The current course aligns with international thinking on 3 structural themes for global health: the burden of global disease, travellers' medicine and immigrant/refugee health. Student opinion expressed in qualitative evaluation has been largely positive and consistent with the debate about whether this content should be a core unit or an elective part of the curriculum. From 2011 the course will be known as 'Global Health' and ongoing content development is expected. [Author abstract]
URL (open access) : http://www.rrh.org.au/articles/showarticlenew.asp?ArticleID=1705
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| Food literacy : time for a new term or just another buzzword?
| Vidgen, Helen A.
Gallegos, Danielle | 2010 |
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Title: Food literacy : time for a new term or just another buzzword?
Author(s): Vidgen, Helen A. | Gallegos, Danielle |
Journal Details: Journal of the Home Economics Institute of Australia v.17 n.2 p.2-8
Published: 2010
ISSN: 1322-9974
Abstract: Eating is an essential everyday life activity that has fascinated, captivated and defined society since time began. We currently exist in a society where over-consumption of food is an established risk factor for chronic disease, the rate of which is increasing alarmingly. 'Food literacy' is an emerging term used to describe what we, as individuals and as a community, know and understand about food and how to sue it to meet our needs, and thus potentially support and empower citizens to make healthy food choices. What exactly the components of food literacy are and how they influence food choice are poorly defined and understood, but increasingly gaining interest among health professionals, policy-makers, community workers, educators and members of the public. This paper builds the argument for why concepts of 'food literacy' need to extend beyond existing terms and measures used in the literature to describe the food skills and knowledge needed to make use of public health nutrition messages. [Author abstract]
URL (open access) : http://www.heia.com.au/images/Journal17/jheia17-3-2.pdf
URL (conditional access) : http://library.acer.edu.au/document/?document_id=183969
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| Step by step.
| Scott, Catherine | 2010 |
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Title: Step by step.
Author(s): Scott, Catherine |
Journal Details: Teacher n.213 p.70-71
Published: August 2010
ISSN: 1449-9274
Abstract: Step by step, brick by brick, teacher by teacher - much has been done to rebuild education in East Timor since Indonesia's scorched earth retreat a decade ago, but there is still much to be done. As well as the difficulties caused by the direct damage to the country's educational system and facilities, East Timor also has to contend with hunger and malnutrition; health issues, including serious problems with malaria and tuberculosis; a low level of economic activity and an unemployment level of 70%. Despite the problems, some schools have survived, such as the Don Bosco Technical High School and its associated primary school at Fatumaca, and Saints Peter and Paul High School in Dili. But the furniture and fittings are dilapidated, classrooms are crowded; these schools need ongoing support to improve their facilities. The Gareth Ivory Foundation, established in 2005, is helping with funding to support students so they can continue their studies, professional development for teachers and resources and essential furnishings for schools. [Author abstract, ed]
URL (conditional access) : http://library.acer.edu.au/document/?document_id=183773
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| Evaluation of a training program for device operators in the Australian Government's Point of Care Testing in General Practice Trial : issues and implications for rural and remote practices.
| Shephard, Mark D.
Mazzachi, Beryl C.
Watkinson, Les
Shephard, Anne K.
Laurence, Caroline
Gialamas, Angela
Bubner, Tanya | 2009 |
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Title: Evaluation of a training program for device operators in the Australian Government's Point of Care Testing in General Practice Trial : issues and implications for rural and remote practices.
Author(s): Shephard, Mark D. | Mazzachi, Beryl C. | Watkinson, Les | Shephard, Anne K. | Laurence, Caroline | Gialamas, Angela | Bubner, Tanya |
Journal Details: Rural and Remote Health v.9 n.1189
Published: 10 August 2009
ISSN: 1445-6354
Abstract: From September 2005 to February 2007 the Australian Government funded the Point of Care Testing (PoCT) in General Practice Trial, a multi-centre, cluster randomised controlled trial to determine the safety, clinical effectiveness, cost-effectiveness and satisfaction of PoCT in General Practice. In total, 53 practices (23 control and 30 intervention) based in urban, rural or remote locations across three states (South Australia [SA], New South Wales [NSW] and Victoria [VIC]) participated in the trial. Control practices had pathology testing performed by their local laboratory, while intervention practices conducted pathology testing by PoCT. In total, 4968 patients (1958 control and 3010 intervention) participated in the trial. The point-of-care (PoC) tests performed by intervention practices were: haemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) and urine albumin:creatinine ratio (ACR) on patients with diabetes, total cholesterol, triglyceride and high density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol on patients with hyperlipidaemia, and international normalised ratio (INR) on patients on anticoagulant therapy. Three PoCT devices measured these tests: the Siemens DCA 2000 for HbA1c and urine ACR; Point of Care Diagnostics Cholestech LDX analyser for lipids; and the Roche CoaguChek S for INR. Point-of-care testing in the General Practice Trial was underpinned by a quality management framework which included an on-going training and competency program for PoCT device operators. This article describes the design, implementation and results of the training and competency program. An education and training resource package was developed for the trial consisting of a training manual, a set of A3 laminated posters and a CD-ROM. Five initial training workshops were held for intervention practices from each geographic region between August and October 2005 at three centres: Adelaide (SA), Bendigo (VIC) and Dubbo (NSW). These workshops combined theoretical training in the principles and practice of PoCT with 'hands on' practical training delivered in interactive small group sessions. At the completion of training, practice staff undertook a written and practical competency assessment and received a certificate of competency as a qualified device operator. Following each initial training workshop, practice staff completed a short satisfaction survey. Five refresher training workshops covering all geographic regions were delivered during late August 2006, coinciding with the 12-month point of the live phase of the trial. At the completion of the trial in February 2007, device operators completed a further questionnaire. Sixty device operators from 31 practices completed training and competency assessment as part of the initial training workshop series. A further 20 device operators from 12 of the practices were trained in the 12-month period after the initial workshops; 19 of these staff were from rural or remote practices. In total 80 device operators comprising 74 practice staff and six GPs from 31 practices were trained and received competency certificates as part of the trial. In all, 19 device operators left the trial either through personal resignation from an existing practice or because their practice withdrew from the trial; the majority (84%) were from rural and remote practices. A total of 42 device operators from 25 practices attended refresher training in the second half of 2006. Results from the satisfaction questionnaire completed by device operators following the initial training workshops showed there was unanimous agreement that the posters were useful for the conduct of daily PoCT and practical training in small groups was satisfactory as a training method. The quality and appropriateness of the PoCT training resources and the workshop overall was rated as either good or excellent by all respondents (100% and 78%, respectively). The responses by device operators to the post-trial satisfaction questionnaire found a high level of satisfaction with PoCT across all geographic regions. Device operators from remote practices had the highest satisfaction levels for quality of training, usefulness of the training manual, ease of use of devices, confidence in the accuracy of PoCT results and preference for PoCT over laboratory testing. The usefulness of the posters for conducting PoCT achieved the highest satisfaction rating among operators from all three geographic regions. However the highest staff turnover rates and the highest number of requests for training of additional staff were from rural and remote practices. The methods established for the implementation and delivery of training and competency assessment for the PoCT in General Practice Trial were appropriate and effective. Results of the evaluation showed rural and remote practices have a greater need for training and support compared with their urban counterparts and may require more flexible training options to cater for much higher rates of staff turnover. [Author abstract]
URL (open access) : http://www.rrh.org.au/articles/showarticlenew.asp?ArticleID=1189
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| Sex education : it's not a joke.
| Stokes, J. | 2009 |
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Title: Sex education : it's not a joke.
Author(s): Stokes, J. |
Journal Details: Teacher n.201 p.50-51
Published: May 2009
ISSN: 1449-9274
Abstract: Sex education is probably the most controversial subject dealt with by schools, with educators walking a tightrope in deciding what should be taught by schools and what is the responsibility of parents. In the March 2009 edition of 'Teacher', Mark Butler advocated recreational sex, distinguishing between 'sex for procreation' and 'sex for recreation'. The author of this article, who works for a Christian ethics organisation, debates Butler's stance and rebuts his handling of the topic. She argues that whatever a school's approach to sex education - from a full explanation of contraception and sexual behaviour right through to promoting abstinence - each school must treat the subject sensitively and responsibly, not in the cavalier and comedic approach presented by Butler. [Author abstract, ed]
URL (conditional access) : http://library.acer.edu.au/document/?document_id=176663
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| The youth worker's role in young people's sexual health : a practice framework.
| Janssen, Marty
Davis, Jackie | 2009 |
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Title: The youth worker's role in young people's sexual health : a practice framework.
Author(s): Janssen, Marty | Davis, Jackie |
Journal Details: Youth Studies Australia v.28 n.4 p.19-28
Published: December 2009
ISSN: 1038-2569
Abstract: Sexual health promotion is of primary importance for young people in Australia, especially for vulnerable and at-risk young people. The authors first identify the important role of youth workers in engaging clients proactively around a broad range of sexual health issues, and then discuss real and perceived barriers that youth workers face in meeting the sexual health needs of young people. The article presents a discussion engagement framework - the PLISSIT model - and practical examples to assist workers to improve their skills and confidence in this area. [Author abstract]
URL (open access) : http://www.acys.info/__data/assets/pdf_file/0005/42467/Dec09YSA_pages_19_-_28.pdf
URL (conditional access) : http://library.acer.edu.au/document/?document_id=180747
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| Evaluation of a pharmacist-led, medicines education program for Aboriginal health workers.
| McRae, Michelle
Taylor, Susan J.
Swain, Lindy
Sheldrake, Carol | 2008 |
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Title: Evaluation of a pharmacist-led, medicines education program for Aboriginal health workers.
Author(s): McRae, Michelle | Taylor, Susan J. | Swain, Lindy | Sheldrake, Carol |
Journal Details: Rural and Remote Health v.8 n.946
Published: 16 December 2008
ISSN: 1445-6354
Abstract: The health of Indigenous Australians is exceptionally poor compared with that of non-Indigenous Australians. Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death, the death rate being at least 2.7 times higher than the total Australian population. Indigenous Australians also experience underutilisation and reduced quality use of medicines. Aboriginal health workers (AHWs) are appropriate members of the healthcare team to provide information about medicines to the Indigenous community. However, despite having an expanding role in medicines management, AHWs have reported they do not have adequate appropriate education to support this role. Community pharmacists in localities with high Indigenous populations are well-placed to provide medicines education to AHWs; however, to be successful in this role they need to develop their cultural awareness. The purpose of this study was to evaluate a culturally-appropriate pharmacist-led cardiovascular medicines education program for AHWs. Research questions included: What was the impact of the program on the pharmacists? What were the barriers and facilitators? Was the program useful and acceptable to the AHWs? Four educational units were developed in collaboration with AHWs. A purposive sample of community pharmacists from Western New South Wales (NSW) attended training involving instruction in the delivery of the program and cultural awareness training. The pharmacists then recruited local AHWs and delivered the program. Evaluation, with respect to the pharmacists, involved a repeated-measures three-phase questionnaire and semi-structured face-to-face in-depth interview post-program. Feedback was obtained from the AHWs in the form of a brief survey and an audit of the attendance at each session was performed. Twelve pharmacists in 10 localities throughout Western NSW delivered the program to a total of 47 AHWs. Statistically significant differences in the questionnaire responses, as a result of delivering the education, indicated the pharmacists felt better equipped to deal with Indigenous health issues (p = 0.002, Mann-Whitney U-test); they knew more AHWs in their area (p = 0.005, Mann-Whitney U-test); they felt more confident as educators of AHWs (p = 0.007, Mann-Whitney U-test); and more confident that they had the necessary resources to deliver this education (p = 0.005, Mann-Whitney U-test). The semi-structured interviews revealed that the experience of delivering the education improved pharmacists' confidence as educators and motivated them to develop sustainable relationships with AHWs. A significant barrier lay in the challenges associated with organising the AHW education sessions, while an important facilitator was prior established relationships with local Aboriginal health services. Evaluation with respect to the AHWs revealed the program reached 80% (n = 47/59) of AHWs within the Western NSW region. In total, 46% (n = 27) of AHW participants attended all four educational units and attendance at each educational unit was above 78% (n = 37) throughout. The AHWs reported that they found the program interesting and relevant and were enthusiastic for future collaboration with the pharmacists. The desire to develop sustainable relationships was seen by all participants as the most positive aspect of the program. [Author abstract]
URL (open access) : http://www.rrh.org.au/articles/showarticlenew.asp?ArticleID=946
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| Young children's mis/understandings of the ADHD label.
| Exley, B. | 2007 |
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Title: Young children's mis/understandings of the ADHD label.
Author(s): Exley, B. |
Journal Details: Educating Young Children v.13 n.1 p.38-40
Published: 2007
ISSN: 1323-823X
Abstract: The author reports on research that examines young children's understandings of the Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) label. The article reports on the findings of an interview-based study conducted with infant grade children from an Australian capital city primary school. Two alarming mis/understandings were revealed from children labelled as ADHD and their non-labelled peers: drugs are needed to change behaviour; and ADHD is a contagious disease. These findings highlight children's mis/understanding of the origins and management of ADHD behaviours and should be of immediate concern to those involved with the care of young children. [Author abstract, ed]
URL (archived) : http://web.archive.org/web/20150310005315/http://ecta.org.au/_dbase_upl/ECTA-EducatingYoungChildren-13.1-2007S.pdf
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| A literature in medicine elective : undergraduate medical students' performance of a literature in medicine elective task during a general practice clinical attachment.
| Magin, P.
Shah, N.
Regan, C.
Pond, D.
Bissett, K. | 2005 |
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Title: A literature in medicine elective : undergraduate medical students' performance of a literature in medicine elective task during a general practice clinical attachment.
Author(s): Magin, P. | Shah, N. | Regan, C. | Pond, D. | Bissett, K. |
Journal Details: Focus on Health Professional Education v.6 n.3 p.18-20
Published: March 2005
ISSN: 1442-1100
Abstract: There is wide appreciation of the potential benefits of the inclusion of the study of literature in medical curricula. Literary studies are seen as a means of complementing the 'value-neutral transfer of scientific fact' in medical courses and as being a means of addressing a perceived naivety of understanding of the human condition of many medical students and physicians trained in traditional courses. Literary studies are seen as a tool for the integration of the art of medicine into the science of the discipline, and as instruments for developing students' capacity for empathy and for gaining a grasp of ethical dilemmas. University of Newcastle students entering a second year General Practice Clinical Attachment were informed that an optional 'Literature in Medicine' assessment task could be undertaken. The task was to consist of a critique of a piece of literature. All students participating in the clinical attachment were asked to complete a questionnaire at the conclusion of the attachment, to elicit personal information, including their reasons to do or not to do the literature in medicine task. Of the 92 students participating, 17 elected to do the task. Comments on ways in which completing the task had influenced the student, and students' other comments on the trial and suggestions for changes for future literature in medicine studies are presented in the article. [Author abstract, ed]
URL (conditional access) : http://library.acer.edu.au/document/?document_id=149614
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| Broadcasting bad health : why food marketing to children needs to be controlled.
| Dalmeny, K.
Hanna, E.
Lobstein, T. | 2004 |
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Title: Broadcasting bad health : why food marketing to children needs to be controlled.
Author(s): Dalmeny, K. | Hanna, E. | Lobstein, T. |
Journal Details: Journal of the Home Economics Institute of Australia v.11 n.1 p.10-24
Published: 2004
ISSN: 1322-9974
Abstract: The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported the rising incidence of obesity and chronic disease such as cardiovascular disease, cancer and diabetes among the population worldwide. It has also acknowledged the links between many of these diseases and the pattern of food consumed. This article gives a consumer perspective on the extensive marketing of energy-dense, low-nutrient foods around the world, and it calls for internationally effective policies that protect children from developing dietary habits that may result in disease and premature death. Issues addressed include: trends in diet and disease, trends in diet in less industrialised countries, unhealthy marketing, targeting children, and marketing in schools.
URL (open access) : http://www.heia.com.au/images/Journal11/JHEIA11-1-4.pdf
URL (conditional access) : http://library.acer.edu.au/document/?document_id=134929
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| External health locus of control and general self-efficacy : moderators of emotional distress among university students.
| Shelley, M.
Pakenham, K. I. | 2004 |
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Title: External health locus of control and general self-efficacy : moderators of emotional distress among university students.
Author(s): Shelley, M. | Pakenham, K. I. |
Journal Details: Australian Journal of Psychology v.56 n.3 p.191-199
Published: December 2004
ISSN: 0004-9530
Abstract: A belief that doctors or family control one's health outcomes (external health locus of control), and a belief in one's own ability to achieve desired outcomes (general self-efficacy), may influence distress experienced in relation to a physical illness. This study examined the interaction between illness severity, external health locus of control and general self-efficacy in relation to distress. Illness severity was defined as acute or chronic illness, with the latter expected to be more stressful. Participants described a serious illness they experienced, and completed self-report scales in relation to it. Results confirmed that chronic illnesses were associated with more distress than acute illnesses across the sample. Hierarchical multiple regression analyses supported the predicted effects on distress of a three-way interaction involving external health locus of control, general self-efficacy and illness severity (acute vs. chronic). Analysis of these results may assist in explaining inconsistencies in previous research, and offer a model for understanding the role of person variables in emotional distress. [Author abstract]
URL (conditional access) : http://library.acer.edu.au/document/?document_id=145779
http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/00049530412331283336
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| Iodine deficiency in Australia : be alarmed.
| McElduff, A.
Beange, H. | 2004 |
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Title: Iodine deficiency in Australia : be alarmed.
Author(s): McElduff, A. | Beange, H. |
Journal Details: Journal of Intellectual and Developmental Disability v.29 n.1 p.85-87
Published: March 2004
ISSN: 1326-978X | 1366-8250
Abstract: This brief article discusses iodine deficiency, its reappearance in Australia, and its effects. A study underway into iodine deficiency is mentioned and its relevance to developmental disability work.
URL (conditional access) : http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/13668250410001662829
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| Polio, disability, and American public schooling : a historiographical exploration.
| Altenbaugh, R. J. | 2004 |
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Title: Polio, disability, and American public schooling : a historiographical exploration.
Author(s): Altenbaugh, R. J. |
Journal Details: Education Research and Perspectives v.31 n.2 p.137-155
Published: December 2004
ISSN: 0311-2543
Abstract: Poliomyelitis struck the United States in 1916 with devastating results. It proved to be especially virulent among children aged five to nine, until the 1930s when it began to infect older children and adolescents. For the 40 years until 1955 and the introduction of the Salk vaccine, communities across the continent banned public gatherings to reduce the possibility of further contagion. A historiographical lacuna exists for the US polio experience. The medical role and place of the American public schools has been, at worst, ignored or, at best, relegated to the somewhat obscure field of history of health education or a narrow analysis of the mental hygiene movement. The history of special education too overlooks the specific impact of this disease on school policy and practice. How then can the history of education be reconstructed while the impact of the medical world is overlooked? How can developments in special education be illustrated while the disabling effect of certain diseases on children are ignored? This study offers an alternative interpretation: it taps into disability history, an emerging field of study. It reconstructs polio victims' experiences through autobiographies, oral histories and visual sources. [Author abstract, ed]
URL (open access) : http://erpjournal.net/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/ERPV31-2_Altenbaugh-R.-J.-2004.-Polio-disability-and-American-public-schooling.pdf
URL (conditional access) : http://library.acer.edu.au/document/?document_id=144258
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| How working parents cope with the care of sick young children.
| Bear, H.
Lovejoy, F.
Daniel, A. | 2003 |
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Title: How working parents cope with the care of sick young children.
Author(s): Bear, H. | Lovejoy, F. | Daniel, A. |
Journal Details: Australian Journal of Early Childhood v.28 n.4 p.53-57
Published: December 2003
ISSN: 0312-5033
Abstract: Previous research has documented that the failure of institutional child care to deal with the care of sick children is a widespread source of stress and dissatisfaction amongst working parents. Questionnaires distributed to working parents of young children through some Sydney child care centres netted 489 responses. The survey determined which parent generally cared for sick children, the impact on their job, and their feelings about combining work and parenting. Responses indicated that the gap in institutional child care services for sick children persists and remains a considerable source of parental dissatisfaction. Mothers in particular saw disruption to work to care for sick children as a particular problem in demonstrating commitment to their career and as a major source of guilt in their role of working parent. [Author abstract]
URL (open access) : http://www.earlychildhoodaustralia.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/AJEC0304.pdf
URL (archived) : http://web.archive.org/web/20190723005634/http://www.earlychildhoodaustralia.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/AJEC0304.pdf
URL (conditional access) : http://library.acer.edu.au/document/?document_id=131546
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| Prevalence of anti-hepatitis A antibodies, hepatitis B viral markers and anti-hepatitis C antibodies among persons with intellectual disability in institutions in Israel.
| Merrick, J.
Morad, M.
Porath, E. B. | 2002 |
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Title: Prevalence of anti-hepatitis A antibodies, hepatitis B viral markers and anti-hepatitis C antibodies among persons with intellectual disability in institutions in Israel.
Author(s): Merrick, J. | Morad, M. | Porath, E. B. |
Journal Details: Journal of Intellectual and Developmental Disability v.27 n.2 p.85-91
Published: June 2002
ISSN: 1326-978X | 1366-8250
Abstract: The purpose of this study was to determine the prevalence of antibodies to hepatitis A, B and C in persons with intellectual disability in residential care in Israel and especially to determine the need for immunisation against hepatitis A. Four residential care centres were chosen from 53 centres housing 6022 persons. A total of 251 participants was tested and the prevalence of anti-hepatitis A virus was 91%, of hepatitis B surface antigen was 5.2%, its corresponding anti-HBs was 57% and of anti-hepatitis C virus was 0.8%. It is concluded that active immunisation against hepatitis B should be continued in this population, but only each new person who enters the residential care centres from home should be vaccinated against hepatitis A. [Author abstract]
URL (conditional access) : http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/13668250220135079-3
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| Educational strategies for chronically ill students : chronic fatigue syndrome.
| Rowe, K.
Fitzgerald, P. | 1999 |
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Title: Educational strategies for chronically ill students : chronic fatigue syndrome.
Author(s): Rowe, K. | Fitzgerald, P. |
Journal Details: Australian Educational and Developmental Psychologist v.16 n.2 p.5-21
Published: November 1999
ISSN: 0816-5122
Abstract: Chronic illness, such as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), has a major impact on the social, emotional, and educational wellbeing of the young people affected by it. Many students are either absent from school for prolonged periods or able to attend for only a few classes each week. Students have identified the importance of educational strategies in the management of their illness. If the school or educational setting is functioning appropriately, then social, emotional, developmental and academic issues associated with chronic illness gradually resolve. A program developed in conjunction with the Victorian Visiting Teacher Service is described. Strategies used to assist housebound students, their carers, teaching staff and students who are gradually returning to school are outlined.
URL (conditional access) : http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/S081651220002722X
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| Exclusion of sick children from child care services.
| Furber, S. E. | 1997 |
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Title: Exclusion of sick children from child care services.
Author(s): Furber, S. E. |
Journal Details: Australian Journal of Early Childhood v.22 n.3 p.19-23
Published: Sept 1997
ISSN: 0312-5033
Abstract: A survey was conducted to determine the types of problems directors of child care services experience in excluding sick children from their service. A questionnaire was sent to directors of all child care services in the Eastern Sydney Area. The major problems reported by directors were diagnosing the likely cause of illness; knowing whether the symptoms warrant exclusion; and convincing parents to keep their sick child at home. Most directors felt that parents, relatives or friends should take care of sick children. Directors also suggested that awards allowing for family leave to care for sick children, the provision of a room for sick children in the child care service, and special centres for sick children may benefit working parents with sick children. Problems associated with the exclusion of sick children would be ameliorated by the provision of more information as well as a range of alternative care arrangements for working parents with sick children.
URL (conditional access) : https://doi.org/10.1177/183693919702200305
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| Youth health and the role of GPs.
| Francis, S. | 1997 |
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Title: Youth health and the role of GPs.
Author(s): Francis, S. |
Journal Details: Youth Studies Australia v.16 n.1 p.38-42
Published: Mar 1997
ISSN: 1038-2569
Abstract: The author briefly describes a recent initiative in the Western Melbourne Division of General Practice aimed at supporting GPs through projects and programs to help them provide an enhanced level of health care and an improved understanding of the health concerns of their community, including young people.
URL (open access) : http://www.acys.info/__data/assets/pdf_file/0005/63554/p38_-_S._Francis_-_March_1997.pdf
URL (conditional access) : http://library.acer.edu.au/document/?document_id=75028
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| Reliability of diagnosing clinical hypothyroidism in adults with Down syndrome.
| Prasher, V. P. | 1995 |
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Title: Reliability of diagnosing clinical hypothyroidism in adults with Down syndrome.
Author(s): Prasher, V. P. |
Journal Details: Australia and New Zealand Journal of Developmental Disabilities v.20 n.3 p.223-233
Published: 1995
ISSN: 0726-3864
Abstract: Although thyroid dysfunction is associated with Down syndrome, the clinical manifestation of the dysfunction has not been fully researched. This study investigated the accuracy of diagnosing hypothyroidism in 160 adults with Down syndrome on clinical findings alone. A significant association between a clinical diagnosis of hypothyroidism and increasing age was found but no significant association was found between a clinical and a biochemical diagnosis. Regular biochemical screening for thyroid dysfunction in people with Down syndrome is recommended.
URL (conditional access) : https://doi.org/10.1080/07263869500035571
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| Educational strategies for chronically ill students, with a special section on Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.
| Rowe, K.
Fitzgerald, P.
Higgins, R.
Anderson, G.
McLaughlin, M.
Brewin, T. | 1993 |
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Title: Educational strategies for chronically ill students, with a special section on Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.
Author(s): Rowe, K. | Fitzgerald, P. | Higgins, R. | Anderson, G. | McLaughlin, M. | Brewin, T. |
Journal Details: Set n.1 item 2
Published: 1993
ISSN: 0110-6376
URL (open access) : http://www.nzcer.org.nz/system/files/journals/set/downloads/set1993_1_002.pdf
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| Medical problems in a sample of children with intellectual impairments in Jordan.
| Yousef, J. M. S. | 1993 |
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Title: Medical problems in a sample of children with intellectual impairments in Jordan.
Author(s): Yousef, J. M. S. |
Journal Details: International Journal of Disability, Development and Education v.40 n.3 p.175-180
Published: 1993
ISSN: 0156-6555
Abstract: Data on medical problems were collected on 262 children attending special schools for persons having intellectual impairments in Jordan. The results indicated that various medical problems were relatively common among the study subjects. The results also showed that prevalence rates of medical problems were higher among younger, female children with more severe intellectual impairments.
URL (conditional access) : http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/0156655930400304
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| Why are Aboriginal children labelled as a special needs group.
| Lee, R. | 1993 |
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Title: Why are Aboriginal children labelled as a special needs group.
Author(s): Lee, R. |
Journal Details: Aboriginal Child at School v.21 n.1 p.23-31
Published: Feb/Mar 1993
ISSN: 0310-5822
URL (conditional access) : http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/S0310582200005551
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| Health and community education in the Pacific.
| Jones, A. M. E. | 1992 |
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Title: Health and community education in the Pacific.
Author(s): Jones, A. M. E. |
Journal Details: Australian Journal of Adult and Community Education v.32 n.1 p.37-41
Published: Apr 1992
ISSN: 1035-0462
Abstract: In many developing countries adult education in the form of health education is one of the most important and most available forms of education for the total community. Its form varies but messages are universal. Health integrated with other 'development' sectors is more common and hence more effective. This paper considers some health issues in the Pacific and outlines health education initiatives in Kiribati and Vanuatu in particular and Fiji and the Solomon Islands in general. It considers the publications coming from Health Education Units in two countries, approaches to participatory training in Vanuatu and alternative methods of training such as community theatre.
URL (conditional access) : http://library.acer.edu.au/document/?document_id=55597
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| Working with children who have a life threatening illness.
| Still, R. | 1991 |
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Title: Working with children who have a life threatening illness.
Author(s): Still, R. |
Journal Details: Set n.1 item 7
Published: 1991
ISSN: 0110-6376
URL (open access) : http://www.nzcer.org.nz/system/files/journals/set/downloads/set1991_1_007.pdf
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| Suicidal tendencies of mentally retarded adults in community settings.
| Benson, B. A.
Laman, D. S. | 1988 |
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Title: Suicidal tendencies of mentally retarded adults in community settings.
Author(s): Benson, B. A. | Laman, D. S. |
Journal Details: Australia and New Zealand Journal of Developmental Disabilities v.14 n.1 p.49-54
Published: 1988
ISSN: 0726-3864
Abstract: Mentally retarded suicide attempters and suicide ideators living in community settings were compared to a group of nonsuicidal mentally retarded adults referred for outpatient mental health services on a number of demographic and life history variables. The methods of suicide attempts were similar to those used by the general population. Precipitants of suicide attempts and presenting problems on clinic referral suggest needed types of mental health services.
URL (conditional access) : https://doi.org/10.1080/07263868800033201
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| Aborigines: was it smallpox?
| Wright, B. | 1987 |
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Title: Aborigines: was it smallpox?
Author(s): Wright, B. |
Journal Details: Aboriginal Child at School v.15 n.5 p.45-48
Published: October-November 1987
ISSN: 0310-5822
URL (conditional access) : http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/S0310582200015157
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| Teacher stress and burnout: myth or reality?
| Hatchard, D.
Barrington, T. E. | 1987 |
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Title: Teacher stress and burnout: myth or reality?
Author(s): Hatchard, D. | Barrington, T. E. |
Journal Details: Practising Administrator v.9 n.2 p.42-48
Published: 1987
ISSN: 0157-3357
URL (conditional access) : http://library.acer.edu.au/document/?document_id=38959
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| Sick of being unemployed.
| Easthope, G.
Waddell, C. | 1986 |
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Title: Sick of being unemployed.
Author(s): Easthope, G. | Waddell, C. |
Journal Details: Youth Studies v.5 n.1 p.18-19
Published: May 1986
ISSN: 1035-0888
Abstract: This article is based on a questionnaire conducted by the authors into the correlation between ill health and unemployment among youth. The study suggests that physical ill health and mental disillusionment are associated with unemployment.
URL (open access) : https://acys.takeflight.net.au/documents/550/p18_-_G._Easthope__Waddell_-_May_1986.pdf
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| Perspectives on stress, coping and vulnerability.
| Waterhouse, I. K. | 1984 |
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Title: Perspectives on stress, coping and vulnerability.
Author(s): Waterhouse, I. K. |
Journal Details: Australian Psychologist v.19 n.2 p.115-133
Published: July 1984
ISSN: 0005-0067
URL (conditional access) : http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/00050068408255420
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