Access to Health (with Interactive Companion CD-ROM) [Paperback]

Rebecca J. Donatelle (Author), Lorraine G. Davis (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0205305024 | ISBN-13: 978-0205305025 | Publication Date: August 12, 1999 | Edition: 6th

This new Interactive Companion brings the world of Personal Health alive by providing hundreds of links to websites, video, and audio clips. In addition, students are further encouraged to explore relevant topics by participating in practice tests and activities. This market leading text employs a behavioral management approach, encouraging students to continuously assess and manage their personal health behaviors. The chapter on violence has been reorganized to explore both intentional and unintentional injuries. Expanded coverage of consumer health issues recognizes and incorporated information on complementary medicine, its practical use, and its appeal to the masses. "Health in a Diverse World" boxes encourage students to explore health practices of various cultures and their influence on individual health.

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From the Back Cover

Access to Health, Sixth Edition builds upon the success of previous editions by providing an updated, comprehensive overview of all aspects that affect one's health. Employing a behavioral management approach, this book is exceptionally comprehensive in content and theory, while at the same time providing the practical means of assessing and managing personal health behaviors. The sixth edition explores the latest changes in the field and is the first to include full-chapter coverage of communication, violence, and the addiction process. The book encourages self-exploration, maintains a contemporary focus, and emphasizes current trends in personal health.

New for this edition is an interactive CD-ROM packaged FREE with the textbook. This valuable study tool provides the opportunity to review and reinforce concepts with appropriate examples, to explore the latest information and stay up-to-date with ongoing research (such as the Framingham Heart Study), and to apply acquired knowledge. The CD-ROM continues the Access to Health tradition of a strong pedagogical framework designed to enhance learning and encourage the adoption of healthy living habits. The CD-ROM contains a study outline of each chapter of Access to Health including numerous clickable icons corresponding to chapter content. The icons Video, Audio, Weblink, Activity, Practice Test serve as an opening to expanded information and encourage information retention and application.

For anyoneinterested in Health and Wellness.

About the Author

Rebecca Donatelle is an Associate Professor in Public Health and is the Coordinator of the Public Health Promotion and Education Programs in the College of Health and Human Sciences at Oregon State University. She has a Ph.D. in Community Health/Health Education, a Master of Science degree in Health Education, and a Bachelor of Science degree with majors in both Health/Physical Education and English. She is also a Certified Health Education Specialist in behaviors and behavior change. She has received the Leadership Award, outstanding teacher award in her college, and a Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Presidential Award for Promising New Research in the Smoke-Free Families National Initiative.

--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 670 pages
• Publisher: Allyn & Bacon; 6th edition (August 12, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0205305024
• ISBN-13: 978-0205305025
• Product Dimensions: 10.6 x 8.5 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,926,153 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect for the DANTES Here's to Your Health exam, April 30, 2007

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J. lacome (Sarasota, FL) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Access to Health (10th Edition) (Paperback)

This book covers everything you need to know to pass the Dantes Health exam. It's well worth its cost, if you want/need a high passing score.

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Thumbs Up for Access to Health, February 15, 2003

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Arlena Flanders (Staten Island, NY) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Access to Health (7th Edition) (Paperback)

I just completed a health class and this was the textbook we used. I learned so much from using this book. This book is precise and to the point. It provides you with colorful pictures, charts, and definitions that's superb. It provides great information on Weight Management, Cancer, Heart Disease, Illicit Drugs, and Alchohol.

No health class should go with out this book. This is defintely a great teaching tool for those that are taking a health class, or simply a great reference guide. I give this book five stars.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Access Code-missing in the paperback version!, January 9, 2010

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S. Abrell - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Access to Health, Green Edition (Paperback)

The paperback version of this textbook apparently does not contain the access code for the book's corresponding website which allows access to the My Health portion most college classes require for students to participate in the class. If your instructor does not require you to have the access code, then the book is excellent. However, I was less than thrilled to discover the book I ordered did not contain the access code. I had to spend an additional $50 to purchase the access code just so I can complete the course.