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| American Psychologist | 3 |
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Peer reviewedZedeck, Sheldon; Mosier, Kathleen L. – American Psychologist, 1990
Discusses and reviews the literature on issues involved in attempts to balance roles in employing organizations and family organizations. The following types of programs are reviewed: (1) maternity and parental leave; (2) child and dependent care; (3) alternative work schedules and workstations; and (4) employee assistance and relocation programs.…
Descriptors: Employed Parents, Employee Assistance Programs, Employer Supported Day Care, Family Life
Direct linkWise, Edward A. – American Psychologist, 2005
The development of a model for treating acutely depressed patients on a frequent basis in an independent practice setting is described. Strategies to collaborate with managed care organizations, employee assistance programs, and local provider networks to recruit these patients are outlined. The patients treated in the intensive outpatient program…
Descriptors: Patients, Health Services, Depression (Psychology), Mental Health
Peer reviewedGebhardt, Deborah L.; Crump, Carolyn E. – American Psychologist, 1990
Reviews literature on worksite fitness and health promotion programs. Examines their impact on employees and the sponsoring organization. Discusses beneficial effects such as increased fitness, and reduction in health care costs, risk factors of heart disease, absenteeism, and turnover. Addresses issues related to participation rates, program…
Descriptors: Employee Assistance Programs, Exercise, Health Care Costs, Health Education
