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et al Course explores depression With an unstable economy, a too-small job market, instances of discrimination and a growing crime rate all confronting Americans, it is not too surpris ing that one out of five suffers from depression at some time in his or her life, say researchers in the University's Department of Psychology The researchers and the Eugene Family YMCA will offer a course on controlling depres sion beginning Jan 8 The eight-week course, "Coping with Depression,” will be open to the public. Interviews to enter the program begin Dec 3. The course provides small group instruction and employs a self-help approach to depres sion It is based on the assump tion mat individuals can control their moods by changing their activities and learning helpful skills, according to Julia Stein metz, course coordinator Strategies to be used in the course will include relaxation training, self-change tech niques. constructive thinking, control of positive and negative thoughts, effective planning for pleasant activities and creative use of social skills, Steinmetz said Registration fees for the course will be based on family size and income Half the fee can be earned back if par ticipants fill out questionnaires and participate in two personal interviews The course was developed from a book, “Control Your Depression." written by Peter Lewinsohn, psychology profes sor, and his former research associates Lewinsohn began the de pression course last fall Por tions of the course were fea tured in Dr Art Ulene's syn dicated Feeling Good ' series on NBC’s Today Show last winter Courses based on Lewm sohn's book have been taught at Arizona State University. Portland State University and the University of California at San Francisco Interested persons should contact Steinmetz at 686-4966 to arrange for an interview Could you use an extra $100.00 a month this term? There are lots of ways for a student to earn extra money But most employers require regular hours And even if your class schedule happens to fit your employer s need, midterms and finals often don t If you re healthy and reliable, in two to four hours a week, being paid on the spot, you can earn up to $100 00 cash a month! Fasily on a flexible schedule to accommodate you Become a blood /plasma donor Once or twice a week visit the nearby Hyland Donor Center Donating plasma is simple and safe In fact, the donation process called plasmapheresis, removes from blood the only element it needs — the plasma Other whole blood elements, the red cells, are returned to you Want to know more7 Need that cash now7 Call or visit: uwa sr HYLAND PLASMA DONOR CENTER 1001 WILLAMETTE ST. TELEPHONE: 683-3953 1 Organize a Plasma Donor Program In your club or group and receive up to $100 00 a month for each member plus bonuses -njincw-' J The Oregon Daily Emerald is published Monday through Friday except during exam week and vacations by the Oregon Daily Emerald Publishing Co at the University of Oregon Eugene Oregon 97403 The Oregon Daily Emerald operates independently ot the University with offices on the third floor of the Erb Memorial Union and is a member of the Associated Press Emerald subscriptions are $7 00 per term and $20 per year News and Editorial Display Advertising and Business Classified Advertising Production 686-5511 686-3712 686-4343 686-4381 Editor Managing Editor News Editor Assistant News Editor Photo Editor Assistant Photo Editor Graphics Editor Editorial Page Editor Sports Editor Kathleen Monje Sally Oljar Dagmar Obereigner Stephen Myers Keith Allen Jimmi Harris Tom Ettel Paul Yarnold John Healy Associate Sports Editor Associate Sports Editor Entertainment Editor Wire Editor Senior Copy Editor Steve Spat/ Joe Yogerst William Kogut Rich Bruer Yvonne Beasley Associate Editors ASUO Community Departments and Schools Environment Features State and Local Politics State Systems and Student Services Night Editor Mark Matassa Tamara Swenson Nancyann Lotgren Glenn Boettcher John Crowley Alan Harris Sally Hodgkinson T amara Swenson General Stall Librarian Classified Advertising Production Manager Sales Manager Advertising Manager Ad Services Controller Jim Wechsler Karen Hartman Sandra McMullen Caroline Connolly Dave Lindstedt Jerril Nilson Jean Owribey peanuts" WHAT ARE YOU ) P0IN6, 5IR? J l IF SHE BELIEVES THAT, SHE'LL BEUEVE ANYTHIN6 QUIET, MARCIE...l‘M TRYIN6 TO /MAKE THE TEACHER BELIEVE 'M THINKING... sarcasm, /warcie Will TURN YOUR TONGUE INTO A CARROT STICK! News program debuts on KWAX A new National Public Radio program combining news an alysis and commentary is being aired weekdays starting at 6 a m on KWAX (91 1 FM). public radio at the University The two-hour 'Morning Edi tion,” which premiered Nov 5, includes m-depth news cover age ot national and world af fairs, economic and political analysis, regular features on sports and the arts, as well as interviews on people and places in the news The program is modeled after All Things Considered NPR s popular early evening news and features program Morning Edition " is an ex cellent program, and has more m-depth news coverage than "All Things Considered." Ac cording to Kenney, Research has shown that listeners want news and information to start their day " Newscasters for "Morning Edition" are Jackie Judd, former weekend host of "All Things Considered." and Carl Kassel, veteran NPR news an chor In addition, more than 20 commentators, critics and freelance reporters from across the United States will contribute regularly to the program briefs The Gay Hotline r* open to receive call* tor crisis counseling information and referral 8 pm to midnight Thursday through Sunday 485 1075 The Spongtteld Salvation Army will serve a traditional Thanksgiving dinner on Thursday Nov 22 from 1130am to 2 30 p m at the VIAHamalane Memorial Building 766 N A St Springfield Seniors unemployed tamiliies students away from home as well as all others who will he alone lor the holiday are invited to this tree tinner Some transportation will be available on a lim*ed basis Take home drnaers m the Springfield area will be provided to the sick or handicapped who are unable to come out For •briber information phone the Salvation Army office at 747 2666 BRING Recycling s BRINGmobile will stop at the following locations this Saturday Nov 24 to pick up recyclable materials Willard Elementary School 2855 Lincoln St 9 11 am Jefferson Jr High 1650 W 22nd 10 a m noon, Willagillespie School 1125 Willagillespie 11 am 1 pm Springfield (vacant lot located at 8th and G Streets) 10 a m -2 p m The BWNGmot*!* will accept QUW» tm *nd lurrmum These materials are atso accepted it BRING I permanent campus Me next to the Food Op between t 5lh and 17th Avenue* oh ot Agate Street Cardboard paper and trued motor oil are accepted at BRING a other two permanent sites M the Glenwood Solid Waste Center and at the mam warehouse at 86641 Franklin Btvd For more information on recycling call BRING at 746-3023 or stop by the Survival Gentei m the EMU and pick up a BRING leaflet All Eugene area post offices will be closed on Thursday Nov 22 in observance ot Thanksgiving Day There will be no delivery ot mail other than Express Mail and Special Delivery Mai will be picked up bom street collection boxes at the times listed on the holiday achediie posted on each box Mail will be ckspalched to all points Greenpeace will be having an open house every Saturday until Christmas from 10 am to 5 p rn at our new office located a! 56 N 13th St (between Olive and Willamette) Our regular office hours will be Monday through Saturday 10 am to 5 p m Celebrate Christ mas with Greenpeace For more information call Greenpeace at 687 8121 Coats Sweaters ^emu Books Main Desk Umbrellas SALE LOST Jewelry AND FOUND Tuesday Nov. 27, 1979 8:30 a m.-3:30 p.m. 108 EMU Gloves Misc.
