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Utilizing A Health Behavior Model To Design Drug Education/Prevention Programs, Donald Iverson
Utilizing A Health Behavior Model To Design Drug Education/Prevention Programs, Donald Iverson
Don C. Iverson
The underlying philosophical and practical problems encountered when designing drug education/prevention programs are reviewed. The necessity for utilizing a health behavior model as the basis for any prevention program is discussed and the Health Belief Model is proposed as the model of choice. The Health Belief Model is described and its most relevant components are outlined. The drug education material and teaching methodology which complement the model are reviewed as well as specific suggestions regarding selection of the most appropriate material for inclusion in the program.
Smoking Control Programs: Premises And Promises, Donald Iverson
Smoking Control Programs: Premises And Promises, Donald Iverson
Don C. Iverson
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Qualitative Methods For Evaluative Research In Health Education Programs, Patricia Mullen, Donald Iverson
Qualitative Methods For Evaluative Research In Health Education Programs, Patricia Mullen, Donald Iverson
Don C. Iverson
Qualitative methods can play a significant role in both formative and summative evaluations. There are at least six functions of qualitative methods in evaluation. Tables and figures present information on characteristics of qualitative and quantitative methods, selected qualitative evaluation models, and a checklist of evaluation situations for which qualitative methods are appropriate.