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Food For Thought: The Importance Of Nutrition For Cognitive And Physical Well-Being, Keeley M. Caviness
Food For Thought: The Importance Of Nutrition For Cognitive And Physical Well-Being, Keeley M. Caviness
Senior Honors Theses
The purpose of this paper is to examine the effects of nutrition upon the physical development and health of an individual. The main focus is on proving through the examination of various literature and the effects of specific nutrients that nutrition has a great impact on mental and physical well-being. The reasons which people give for not having proper nutrition are taken into consideration as well, and an overall conclusion can be made that nutrition is very important and should be taught to all consumers.
Computer/Video Games As A Play Therapy Tool In Reducing Emotional Disturbances In Children, Kevin Boyd Hull
Computer/Video Games As A Play Therapy Tool In Reducing Emotional Disturbances In Children, Kevin Boyd Hull
Doctoral Dissertations and Projects
The purpose of this study is to examine the effectiveness of computer/video games as a play therapy tool for children suffering from an emotional disturbance of sadness (pervasive feelings of irritability, loss of enjoyment in activities previously enjoyed, withdrawal from friends or family, decline in school performance, and hopelessness). Children who suffer from emotional disturbances have problems functioning in school, in social and family settings, as well as transitioning into adulthood. Play therapy is an effective and creative way to work with children with emotional disturbances. Play becomes a way for the child to communicate and heal. Computer/video games are …
Choosing Books For Children, Rachel Schwedt, Janice A. Delong
Choosing Books For Children, Rachel Schwedt, Janice A. Delong
Faculty Publications and Presentations
With the flood of titles printed each year in the field of children’s literature, it is difficult to choose the best titles for young people to read. The presenters share guidelines for choosing books that children will love as well as profit from reading. Some favorite titles are also given.