The Human Condition

People today seek out information on health issues as never before: asking pointed questions of health care providers, demanding second opinions, seeking information on the Internet, and looking for alternatives to traditional care and treatment. The Human Condition offers a balanced and comprehensive primer on personal health issues including cancer, STDs, stress, addictions, weight and nutrition, disease, aging, managed care, death and dying, and more.

• 26 Video Lessons address core health topics and provide the context for learning. Case study profiles of real people facing decisions about their health add a human dimension to the lessons.
• The Course Textbook is Essential Concepts for Healthy Living by Wendy Schiff and Sandra Altars (Jones & Bartlett).
• A Distance Learning Course Study Guide, with lesson overviews, video viewing tips, self study questions and exercises by Wendy Schiff (Jones & Bartlett).
• Customizable HTML eContent incorporating learning modules for each lesson; interactive exercises; and expanded analysis questions for facilitating online discussion groups.