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A Study of the Relationship Between Loneliness and Internet Use Among University Students TertiaryProblem: Research investigating the relationship between loneliness and various dimensions of Internet use is mixed. While some studies support the connection, other studies refute the link. More analysis in this area is needed to help clinicians, parents,... -
Addiction and Substance Abuse Grade 9-Lifelong"Recovery from addiction and abuse begins with a recognition of the need to change, and it requires a wholistic approach that includes physical, mental, and spiritual health. Recovery needs to function within the framework of one’s culture. It also... -
Addressing Behavioral Addictions in Adolescents - Creating a School-wide Culture of Prevention Grade 7-Grade 12“What, then, is the best course of action for educators when a student is struggling with a behavioral addiction?” Wilder and Baughman describe recent research on behavioral addiction in adolescents and argue that schools should focus on prevention... -
Behavioral Addictions - The Hidden Dangers Grade 9-Lifelong"Behavioral addictions follow a neural path similar to chemical addictions. The reward systems are so powerful that once one is trapped, it is difficult to break loose. Knowledge and awareness of how behavioral addictions work are excellent prophylactic... -
Biological Aspects of Addictive Behavior Tertiary-LifelongArcher states that, “This article will provide an overview of the biological processes that accompany chemical addictions and review the evidence that these processes also accompany behavioral addictions. I will then suggest reasons why these behaviors... -
Caught in the 'Net' - Recognizing Internet Addiction in Youth Grade 7-TertiaryVarghese and Fayard discuss the nature of internet addiction, noting that, “Internet addiction refers to a pathological use of computers or technology that is characterized by intrusive urges to engage in online behaviors to an extent that contributes... -
Discipline: A Nice, Difficult Work Kindergarten-Grade 12One underlying principle of discipline is for children to learn self-control. In order for this to occur, teachers must provide opportunities for self correction in academic and social activities. Paul Heller writes on the importance of building resilience... -
Facebook Addiction and Academic Anxiety among University Students Grade 11-Tertiary"Within academics, social media has developed a stronger and stronger presence in the lives of students and educators. The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between Facebook addiction and academic anxiety." -
Habits and Habitats Grade 3-Grade 4Previous Adventist Science/Health textbook for Grades 3-4 (even year). Components include student text, teacher's edition, and Packets of Related Material for each book. Related Materials include worksheets, experiments, task cards, and enrichment cards designed... -
Helping Students Experience the Healthful Benefits of Exercise Grade 7-Tertiary“Educators, school personnel, and parents need to be aware of the warning signs and behaviors of exercise addiction in order to plan a timely intervention. Schools can provide students with guidelines regarding balancing healthy exercise amounts with... -
Implication of Ethical and Moral Values in Dealing with Addictions in Young People TertiaryThe use of addictive substances constitutes a serious and complex social phenomenon since it is a health problem directly related to the family and education. In 1999, concern about alcohol and drug use in Argentina led the Secretariat of Programming for the... -
Integrity in a Virtualized World Grade 10-LifelongA growing phenomenon in American society is the avoidance of community-oriented activities, including activities with friends and family, which has been attributed to the Internet. This article discusses some concerns that parents have regarding their children's... -
JAE Editorial: A Growing Trend Grade 3-LifelongIn the editorial, Melgosa notes that behavioral addictions are increasingly common, and teachers and administrators often feel unprepared to deal with them. He states that what students need is not messages of dismissal or judgment, but opportunities to talk... -
JAE: Of Interest to Teachers Kindergarten-LifelongThis Journal of Adventist Education column features current news, reports, and updates of interest to educators. In this issue: Dealing Productively With Gender Differences; Largest Ever Scripture Distribution Project Landed; Students Vulnerable to... -
Keeping Youth Drug Free - Prevention, Intervention and Redemption Grade 5-LifelongThis JAE article examines the school's role in keeping youth drug-free. The "minimizing reflex", "impotence syndrome", and "institutional denial system" are ways that the drug problem is minimized. Defining addiction as a disease... -
No More Secrets - Talking with Children and Young Adults about Pornography Grade 3-TertiaryThis article provides an overview of the patterns, risk factors, and consequences of Internet pornography addiction and discusses appropriate personal and institutional responses, including discussing pornography with children at a young age in combination... -
Preventing Food Addiction in Adolescents Grade 5-TertiaryThis article provides an overview of research on addictive-like eating, including criteria for food addictions in children. A variety of strategies for addressing maladaptive eating behaviors are described, including developing positive relationships between... -
Proof Positive - How to Reliably Combat Disease and Achieve Optimal Health Through Nutrition and Lifestyle Grade 12-Lifelong"This 560-page book tells, in easy-to-understand language, how to fight disease and achieve optimal health through proper lifestyle and nutrition. Offers outstanding resource material and is packed with eye-catching visual aids." Helpful resource... -
Recognizing and Avoiding Potential Triggers for Internet Gaming Addiction Grade 5-LifelongIvy notes that “parents and educators should be alert for warning signs throughout the elementary and secondary years, and help young people learn to manage their game-playing behavior before they are on their own.” The article provides information... -
Safeliz - Lifestyle Books Grade 9-LifelongA range of books on lifestyle, personal and spiritual development, including titles such as Enjoy It!, Less Stress!, Healthy Foods, Free from Drugs & Additions, Heart to Heart: the Art of Communication, To Adolescents and Parents, For Raising Your Child,... -
Scary Things Kindergarten-LifelongThis article addresses the fear that parents can have about the safety and well being of their children. There are so many things that can harm our children: bullies, drugs, diving accidents, date rape, and the list goes on. There are three suggestions for... -
Thirst for Spirits? Thirst for Spirit? Two Models to Explain Alcohol's Impact Tertiary-Lifelong"Two main models, the spiritual and the physiological, have been put forward to explain the cause of drunkenness. While the spiritual model was dominant prior to the rise of modern science and medicine, it has been largely replaced during the past two... -
Understanding Behavioral Addictions Grade 5-LifelongMelgosa explains the definition and scope of behavioral addictions, noting that substance addictions and behavioral addictions may be related to a single underlying disorder, as the two have very similar symptoms. The article also discusses the costs of behavioral...