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The Self Care Experience Among Medical Social Workers, Chelsey Diane Davis
The Self Care Experience Among Medical Social Workers, Chelsey Diane Davis
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to examine the self-care experience among social workers in a medical setting. The findings from this study indicate that self-care strategies among social workers enable these workers to improve their well-being and increase their service effectiveness as professionals.
Attitudes About Sexual Intimacy In The Veterans Home Of California-Barstow, Eric Efren Reyes
Attitudes About Sexual Intimacy In The Veterans Home Of California-Barstow, Eric Efren Reyes
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to measure staff attitudes about sexual intimacy in the Veterans Home of California-Barstow (VHCB). Participants were twenty-seven VHCB staff members. The data collected was used for the purpose of understanding, and then formulating suggestions for implementing better institutional interventions and policy in the VHCB.
Child Sexual Abuse And Adult Attachment Styles, Carey Anne Soares
Child Sexual Abuse And Adult Attachment Styles, Carey Anne Soares
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study is to explore the association between child sexual abuse and the effects on adult attachment style to romantic partners. Because the effects of abuse can be carried into adulthood, this study evaluates whether or not being sexually abused as a child has long lasting effects on attachment styles in adulthood. Participants in this study included male and female students from California State University, San Bernardino. Questionaires related to child sexual abuse and adult attachment style to a romantic partner were administered.
The Effects Of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder On Family Relationships, Melissa Leigh Weissmiller
The Effects Of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder On Family Relationships, Melissa Leigh Weissmiller
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study is to explore the impacts that a loved one's Post Traumatic Stress Disorder has on family relationships. With the majority of resources focused on the afflicted, the impacts on the family member and the relationship have implications for further programs and resources that should be focused on the family.
Why Do You Want To Be A Social Worker?: Influencing Factors And Implications For Recruitment, Glenda Gean Gordon
Why Do You Want To Be A Social Worker?: Influencing Factors And Implications For Recruitment, Glenda Gean Gordon
Theses Digitization Project
Social workers are among the largest group of professionals in social services. They are trained specifically to meet the needs of their complex client populations. In order for their work to be more effective, social workers must establish rapport quickly and develop a therapeutic relationship with their clients based on understanding their background. Clients often feel more comfortable with a worker from a similar background or ethnic idenity. This study explores identifying the motives of new students entering the profession.
The Development Of Racial Identity Among Multiracial Adults, Andrea Louran Bales
The Development Of Racial Identity Among Multiracial Adults, Andrea Louran Bales
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to examine the identity development process among multiracial and biracial adults. This project analyzed the gaps in the current theoretical models of identity development and explored the racial development process for multiracial individuals, as well as how the current identity development process fails to include individuals from multiracial backgrounds. This research can provide social work professionals and others with additional background knowledge and techniques to work with this special population, so clients are not subject to further oppression. For this study, ten individuals that identify as coming from multiple ethnic descents were selected to …
Differences In Family Caregiver Burden And Use Of Coping Strategies, Cathy Michelle Brown
Differences In Family Caregiver Burden And Use Of Coping Strategies, Cathy Michelle Brown
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to examine the differences in caregiver burden and use of coping strategies by gender, ethnicity, relationship to the care-receiver, type of diagnosis and length of caregiving responsibilities. Quantitative data was obtained through a sample survey of 55 random caregivers served by Inland Caregiver Resource Center (ICRC). The study shows the need for agencies to develop education classes and workshops which are based upon different coping strategies as well as caregiver support groups.
Intimacy Perceptions & Sexual Attitudes Of Recovering Alcoholics, Kathy Caviness Fair
Intimacy Perceptions & Sexual Attitudes Of Recovering Alcoholics, Kathy Caviness Fair
Theses Digitization Project
This study's objective was to research viewpoints on intimacy and sexuality among recovering alcholics.
Conflict In Black Male/Female Relationships, Debra Colleen Taylor, Marilyn Renee Mcclain
Conflict In Black Male/Female Relationships, Debra Colleen Taylor, Marilyn Renee Mcclain
Theses Digitization Project
No abstract provided.