Medicine Media Offered by Penn State Media Sales
| B.F. Skinner and Behavior Change: Research, Practice, and Promise More on DVD Version | Traces the development of modern behaviorism, its philosophy, and its application. Dr. Skinner and others discuss theory, practical uses, and ethical / social implications of behaviorism. On-site visits show applications of behavioral intervention in education, mental health, counseling, and medicine. (Skinner, Psychology) |
| Community Medicine: A Training Center in the Rural Philippines More on DVD Version | The Cebu Institute of Medicine, a medical school in the Philippines, directs a rural training program in which all medical students participate as part of their clinical instruction. Combining the principles of general clinical practice and public health, students learn how to work with patients, their families, and the community. Health problems common to rural areas of developing countries illustrate the ramifications of poverty, poor diet, water shortages, and exposure to infection. Produced by George M. and Helen A. Guthrie of Penn State University. |
| Dr. Koryagin: Prisoner of Conscience More on DVD Version | Four psychiatrists comment on the imprisonment and torture of their Soviet colleague, Dr. Anatoly Koryagin, and on the abuse of other psychiatrists who want to practice medicine in an atmosphere free of politics. Dr. Edward A. Mason. |
| Eduardo the Healer More on DVD Version | Documentary portrait of Eduardo Calderon, "Eduardo the Healer," a fisherman, sculptor, and shaman who, like Casteneda's Don Juan, uses incantations, psychology, and hallucinogenic drugs to practice his healing art among the villagers of Peru. Shown as a wise, warm, fascinating man of exceptional character, Eduardo the Healer, through his views of the human psyche, suggests there is more to the practice of medicine than modern technology admits. English subtitles are used when Spanish is spoken. Directed by Richard Cowan. (anthropology) |
| Platinum More on DVD Version | Describes the discovery and geologic origin of platinum, and looks at its mining process and stages of production. Surveys its early uses, which included adoption as the standard metric weight, and its modern uses, which include employment in medicine, industry, and fine jewelry. Written and directed by Gerald Weinbren. |
| Transorbital Lobotomy Part 2 Clinical Study of a Catatonic More on DVD Version | Documentary following 19 yr old male catatonic before and after treatment by transorbital lobotomy and insulin shock. Anxious, delusional, hallucinated before treatment, patient largely lost symptoms after therapy, although still considered "odd", found employment as musician and salesman. Lobotomy operation and recovery shown in still photography. Gross dissection of frontal lobes after death, 11 months post-operatively, concludes presentation. W. Freeman, Medicine, Psychology. 1950 |
| Transorbital Lobotomy Part 1 More on DVD Version | Part 1 - Documentary outlining the process of transorbital labotomy. Demonstrates the scientific reasoning and after effects of lobotomy surgery. Includes footage of the actual lobotomy surgery of a female patient. W. Freeman, Medicine, Psychology. |
| Transorbital Lobotomy Part 1, Transorbital Lobotomy Part 2 Clinical Study of a Catatonic More on DVD Version | Part 1 - Documentary outlining the process of transorbital labotomy. Demonstrates the scientific reasoning and after effects of surgery. Includes footage of the actual surgical lobotomy of a female patient. Part 2 - Documentary following 19 yr old male catatonic before and after treatment by transorbital lobotomy and insulin shock. Anxious, delusional, hallucinated before treatment, patient largely lost symptoms after therapy, although still considered "odd", found employment as musician and salesman. Lobotomy operation and recovery shown in still photography. Gross dissection of frontal lobes after death, 11 months post-operatively, concludes presentation. W. Freeman, Medicine, Psychology. 1950 |
| Prefrontal Lobotomy in Chronic Schizophrenia More on DVD Version | Documents four cases of behavior before and after prefrontal lobotomy. Operation itself is not shown. Produced by A. E. Bennett, silent , 1941. Medicine, Psychology. Also see Transorbital Lobotomy, Watts and Freeman, stock #11488 |
| Approaches to the Psychology of Personality 7 - Motivation More on DVD Version | From a series of interviews conducted by Dr. Richard Evans, University of Huston, this interview with Dr. Carl Jung records Jung's discussion of motivation, his meeting with Einstein, Rorschach and Toynbee, and his views on psychosomatic medicine. Filmed in 1957, Zurich. (Jung, Psychology) |
| Approaches to the Psychology of Personality 6, 7, & 8 Fundamental Concepts, Motivation, Summary and Historical Development of Major Ideas More on DVD Version | Approaches to the Psychology of Personality: Personality Organization - Fundamental Concepts-- This interview with Dr. Carl Jung records Jung's explanations and reactions to some of his key concepts: persona, introversion and extroversion, and Dr. Jung's thoughts on Psychologist J. B. Rhine. Approaches to the Psychology of Personality: Motivation--This interview with Dr. Carl Jung records Jung's discussion of motivation, his meeting with Einstein, Rorschach and Toynbee, and his views on psychosomatic medicine. Approaches to the Psychology of Personality: Summary and Historical Development of Major Ideas-- The final film in a series of interviews with Dr. Carl Jung conducted shortly before his death. Dr. Richard Evans discusses Dr. Jung on complexes, archetypes and connections to the past with Jung. ( Jung, Psychology) |
| Creating Health Part 1: Osteoporosis and Bone Health More on DVD Version | Part 1: Osteoporosis and Bone Health This half hour broadcast provides an overview of osteoporosis and explores profiles of three people with the disease. The program offers practical information about nutrition and diet, exercise and risk assessment to provide an understanding of osteoporosis and a discussion of prevention options. Produced by Craig Kauffman. Creating Health is a public service initiative developed by Penn State Public Broadcasting in partnership with Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences and Cooperative Extension, College of Health and Human Development, College of Medicine/Hershey Medical Center, and Outreach Office of Marketing Research. c 2001 the Pennsylvania State University. See http://creatinghealth.psu.edu/osteo/definition.html Price Does Not Include Classroom/Instructional Performance Rights. Please contact Media Sales if you need Classroom/Instructional Performance Rights |
| African-American Inventors More on DVD Version | Ossie Davis narrates a tribute to minority inventors who pursued their dreams from inception to reality, as they contributed to the fields of science, technology, and medicine. ©1986 |
| Creating Health--Type 2 Diabetes Part 2 More on DVD Version | This special focuses on Type 2 diabetes, a disorder resulting from the body's inability to make enough, or properly use, insulin. The most common form of the disease, accounting for 90 to 95 percent of diabetes, Type 2 diabetes is nearing epidemic proportions, due to an increased number of older Americans, and a greater prevalence of obesity and sedentary lifestyles. The complications of diabetes can include heart disease; stroke, high blood pressure; blindness; kidney disease, nervous system diseases; amputations; and dental disease. This program profiles several individuals - some who are at high-risk for contracting the disease and some who already have it. Viewers learn how lifestyle changes are helping these individuals manage the risk and the disease, and maintain a high quality of life. The program also offers valuable information from health experts with a focus on prevention. Hosted by Penn State Sports Nutritionist, Kristine Clark, the special features the following experts: Dr. Barry Goldstein Director of the Division of~Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolic Diseases Jefferson Medical College, Philadelphia Dr. Jan Ulbrecht Endocrinologist at Center Medical Surgical Associates Associate Professor of Clinical Medicine - Penn State Carla Miller Assistant Professor of Nutrition at Penn State Co-director, Diet Assessment Center - Penn State~Department of Nutrition Jackie Gardner, M.S. Project Coordinator Department of Kinesiology - Noll Physiological Research Center Jodi Whipple Registered Dietician - Registered Diabetes Educator |
| A Step in the Right Direction More on DVD Version | A video for the beginner, the overweight person, or the individual simply wanting to get in shape Starting a regular exercise program can be a daunting prospect. but in her new video, fitness instructor Cindy Lee Hanawalt presents a moderate-intensity, low-impact workout that combines aerobic and muscle conditioning exercises she specifically designed as an entry level fitness program. "What makes this video so accessible is that it's easy to follow and it doesn't require an assumed level of fitness. The workout has been carefully choreographed to provide an effective training program for everyday people, "says Cindy Lee. "The aerobic exercises in the video utilize large muscle group movements without placing excessive stress on the knees and lower back. This video also includes muscle strength and conditioning exercises to enhance muscle tone on both the upper and lower halves of the body." Instructor/researcher/author Cindy Lee Hanawalt received her Ph.D. in Preventive Medicine and Environmental Health in 1994 and immediately began developing a nationally syndicated educational television course for William C. Brown Publishers called "Health for Living." She is currently in medical school working toward her M.D. |
| 55+ and Fit More on DVD Version | A Life-Enriching Stretch and Tone Program for Older Adults Here's a video to bring practical and beneficial stretching and conditioning activities into the homes of older adults. "Currently there are few older adult exercise programs that help keep the aging physically able to cope with daily activities of living," says Certified Fitness Instructor Cindy Lee Hanawalt, who also has a Ph.D in Preventive Medicine and Environmental Health from the University of Iowa. "That's why I created 55+ and Fit. Cindy Lee Hanawalt combines her years of exercise instruction, academic training and caring manner to provide a safe and effective Stretch & Tone program for seniors. 55+ and Fit incorporates conditioning, flexibility, and balance exercises and offers: * improved quality of life * strength and flexibility * increased range of motion * a certified fitness instructor * exercises targeted for seniors 55+ and Fit is not a high impact or cardiovascular workout; it emphasizes strength and flexibility with exercises specially designed for seniors. Cindy carefully explains each movement to ensure proper body alignment. 55+ and Fit will appeal to senior citizens who intend to remain healthy and flexible for life. |
| Speech Pathology (all 7) More on DVD Version | Complete set of 7 speech pathology videos. Titles include: Cineradiographic Examination of the Velopharyngeal Mechanism, Examination of the Oral Mechanism, Normal Speech Articulation, Speakers with Cerebral Palsy, Speakers with Cleft Palates, Survey of Children's Speech Disorders, Velopharyngeal Function of the Normal Speaker. Medicine |
| The 11th Hour Dr. Bernie Siegel More on DVD Version | As a practicing surgeon, and the best-selling author of Love, Medicine & Miracles and Peace, Love & Healing, Dr. Bernie Siegel shares the inspirational words from those who have influenced him and contributed to his optimistic view of life. In facing your own mortality, what final message would you leave to future generations? Since 1991, distinguished individuals from around the world have been invited to answer this provocative question by contributing their living testament as they would like to be remembered when delivering their lasting message to the world. |
| Birth and Belief in the Andes of Ecuador More on DVD Version | Birth and Belief in the Andes of Ecuador is an intimate portrait of women living in the Andes of Ecuador; their beliefs and practices surrounding childbirth. Deprived until recently of modern medical care rural Andean women have managed their reproductive practices based on an ethnomedical system that uses pre-Columbian magical elements. Although based on folk medicine the prescribed practices usually confer real physical and emtional benefits to mothers and their children. |
| B.F. Skinner and Behavior Change: Research, Practice, and Promise More on DVD Version | Traces the development of modern behaviorism, its philosophy, and its application. Dr. Skinner and others discuss theory, practical uses, and ethical / social implications of behaviorism. On-site visits show applications of behavioral intervention in education, mental health, counseling, and medicine. (Skinner, Psychology) |
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