Evaluates a stress management program, "Balancing Out," that seeks to target the needs of the local community. Quantitative results indicate that the sample had significantly higher stress levels then the norm at the beginning of the program and below population norms at program completion. Qualitative responses indicated that…

Discusses current problems for cooperative extension services, particularly regarding relevance and effectiveness of extension education programs. Suggests extension programs develop research-based knowledge to improve practices and technology for social and economic change. Describes alternative model of services beyond information dissemination.…