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Examine the effectiveness of a holistic stress management program in a community-based setting. Post-session evaluations utilized to examine participant health knowledge and behaviors attained as a result of programming. Following items were examined: (1) participant perception of program delivery and (2) new health knowledge/skills gained. Post-session evaluations showed substantial knowledge/skill attainment in the following areas: (1) types of stress, (2) mindfulness, (3) stress and nutrition, (4) creative expression, and (5) holistic health and (6) relationship management. Program outcomes show relax and restore to be an effective community-based model in delivering holistic health stress management education.
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Harris, R.M., Kesaraju, A., Jordan, J.J. et al. Do Right! Relax and Restore: An African American Community-Based Holistic Health Initiative. J Afr Am St 25, 65–81 (2021). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12111-020-09510-6
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