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Backward And Forward Continuity As A Predictor Of Wellbeing Among Mexican American Respondents: Scale Development, Jennifer Joy Wacan Jan 2013

Backward And Forward Continuity As A Predictor Of Wellbeing Among Mexican American Respondents: Scale Development, Jennifer Joy Wacan

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this study was to examine the psychological benefits derived from perceiving one's social group as having historical and temporal endurance (i.e., backward and forward continuity). The study found that Mexican Americans who perceive their group as having cultural perseverance not only derive psychological benefits (i.e., enhanced individual and collective self-esteem), but these beliefs can have even greater psychological benefits than other forms of ethnic identification.


Examinations Of Body Fat And Physical Self-Concept, Hyung-Seok Cho Jan 2012

Examinations Of Body Fat And Physical Self-Concept, Hyung-Seok Cho

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this study was to review literature about the physical and psychological benefits of physical activity and the correlation between body fat and physical concept. This study was designed to provide not only the measurement method of body fat and physical self, but also the pros and cons of each measurement instrument. It also demonstrated the relationship between body fat and physical self-concept. Furthermore, it demonstrated the physical and psychological benefits of physical activity.


Effects Of Physical Activity On Physical Self-Concept Among College Students, Jeeyoung Kim Jan 2011

Effects Of Physical Activity On Physical Self-Concept Among College Students, Jeeyoung Kim

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of physical activity on physical self-concept among college students. Physical activity has been promoted as a means of reinforcing self-concept. A sedentary lifestyle and physical inactivity are considered to be leading components known to result in obesity.


The Effects And Recommendations For Gender Interaction In Physical Education, Angel Castro Jr. Jan 2011

The Effects And Recommendations For Gender Interaction In Physical Education, Angel Castro Jr.

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this project was to review effects of gender interaction in physical education that might contribute to student's participation levels in different learning environments. The review of literature was used to examine the effects of physical education and it was found that most studies suggested a single gendered environment resulted in more class participation.


The Effect Of A Group-Affirmation On Prejudice, Adrian Joseph Villicana Jan 2011

The Effect Of A Group-Affirmation On Prejudice, Adrian Joseph Villicana

Theses Digitization Project

The main goal of the current research was to examine the effects of a group-affirmation on evaluations of out-groups.


The Effect Of Ethnic-Identity Salience And Negative Performance Feedback On African Americans' Explicit And Implicit Self-Evaluations, Delisa Nicole Young Jan 2010

The Effect Of Ethnic-Identity Salience And Negative Performance Feedback On African Americans' Explicit And Implicit Self-Evaluations, Delisa Nicole Young

Theses Digitization Project

The processes that underlie African Americans explicit versus implicit self-evaluations are examined by using the Associative Propositional Evaluative model (APE).


Internal Psychological States In A Diverse Work Environment, Vincent Valdez Cordero Jan 2007

Internal Psychological States In A Diverse Work Environment, Vincent Valdez Cordero

Theses Digitization Project

The study examined the internal states (self-esteem and ethnic identity) that may affect individuals in a diverse work environment and lead to conflict. In particular it was expected that ethnic identity and self-esteem would mediate the relationship between diversity and conflict. Participants from a wide variety of organizations in Southern California completed an online survey. Statistical analyses revealed that self-esteem and ethnic identity did not mediate the relationship between diversity and conflict. However, many of the variables were significantly related to each other. Implications of the findings are discussed.


Correlations Between Stigma And Self-Esteem In Mental Health Consumers, Marilyn Dee Pitts Jan 2004

Correlations Between Stigma And Self-Esteem In Mental Health Consumers, Marilyn Dee Pitts

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this study was to measure correlations of stigma with self-esteem among individuals who are receiving treatment for a mental illness.


Correlations Between Self-Esteem And Self-Efficacy Among Master Of Social Work Students And Bachelor Of Social Work Students, Sheila Joy Umeda, Amy Marie Edmonds Jan 2004

Correlations Between Self-Esteem And Self-Efficacy Among Master Of Social Work Students And Bachelor Of Social Work Students, Sheila Joy Umeda, Amy Marie Edmonds

Theses Digitization Project

This purpose of the present study is to examine the correlations between self-esteem and self-efficacy among undergrade and graduate level social work students in order to determine how perceived self-esteem affects student's ability to perform job tasks.


The Effects Of Perceived Parental Educational Involvement, Acculturation And Self-Esteem On The Academic Performance And Aspirations Of Mexican-American Adolescents, Francisco David Carranza Jan 2002

The Effects Of Perceived Parental Educational Involvement, Acculturation And Self-Esteem On The Academic Performance And Aspirations Of Mexican-American Adolescents, Francisco David Carranza

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of parental educational involvement, acculturation and self-esteem on the academic performance and academic aspirations of Mexican American adolescents.


Impact Of Parental Attachment On Identity And Self-Acceptance In Homosexual Males, Sharie Lee Colt Jan 2002

Impact Of Parental Attachment On Identity And Self-Acceptance In Homosexual Males, Sharie Lee Colt

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this study was to examine the impact of maternal attachment on identity and self-esteem in adult gay males.


Multiple Intelligences And Self-Esteem In Three High School Populations, William T. Fagan Jan 1995

Multiple Intelligences And Self-Esteem In Three High School Populations, William T. Fagan

Theses Digitization Project

No abstract provided.


A Drug Prevention Education Program Serving East Los Angeles Youth: Program Outcome Evaluation, Faye Lotta Nieto Jan 1989

A Drug Prevention Education Program Serving East Los Angeles Youth: Program Outcome Evaluation, Faye Lotta Nieto

Theses Digitization Project

No abstract provided.


Alcoholics' Self-Esteem And Perceptions Of Support, Linda J. Charkins Jan 1984

Alcoholics' Self-Esteem And Perceptions Of Support, Linda J. Charkins

Theses Digitization Project

No abstract provided.


Black Women, Sex-Roles And Psychological Well Being..., M. Jean Peacock Jan 1979

Black Women, Sex-Roles And Psychological Well Being..., M. Jean Peacock

Theses Digitization Project

No abstract provided.