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The Influence Of Social Support On Depression Among Seniors Over 65 Living In Their Homes, Marilene Reed Jan 2012

The Influence Of Social Support On Depression Among Seniors Over 65 Living In Their Homes, Marilene Reed

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The purpose of this study is to examine the impact of social support on depression among seniors over 65 years of age living in their homes. As part of the aging process, most elderly will face many losses and stresses such as the loss of income, family and friends, and the decline of health and mental capacities.


Identification Of Effective Outreach Methods For Mental Health Services To The Hispanic Population, Nidia Yamileth Canello Jan 2009

Identification Of Effective Outreach Methods For Mental Health Services To The Hispanic Population, Nidia Yamileth Canello

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The purpose of this study was to find effective outreach methods to the Hispanic population to empower them to seek mental health services when they need them. Hispanics seek mental health services at a lower rate than mainstream America. This community is the most rapidly growing in San Bernardino County, and lack of early intervention when necessary may have costly consequences to Hispanics and society as a whole.


Elder Depression Among Nursing Home Residents, Alejandro Paul Holguin Jan 2009

Elder Depression Among Nursing Home Residents, Alejandro Paul Holguin

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The purpose of this was designed to confirm the hypothesis that depression is prevalent among nursing home residents. Elder depression is a huge problem in society, especially as the older population continues to grow at an alarming rate. This study investigated the correlations between demographic information and item responses.


Economic Insecurity And Depression Among Low Socioeconomic Status Adults, Laura Margaret Wills Jan 2009

Economic Insecurity And Depression Among Low Socioeconomic Status Adults, Laura Margaret Wills

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The purpose of this research is to discover the effects of economic insecurity and low socioeconomic status on depression in adults. Mixed correlations were discovered, but the findings appear to support the need for increased mental health services for people with low socioeconomic status.


Psychological Quality Of Life In The Nursing Home Environment, Gabriel Mejia Jan 2006

Psychological Quality Of Life In The Nursing Home Environment, Gabriel Mejia

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This study confirms that depression is highly prevalent in nursing homes. In addition, this study reveals incongruency between depression rates and recognition rates of depression in the nursing home environment.


Evaluation Of An Intervention Program For Assisting Family Caregivers With Placement Decisions, Adriana Raquel Bailey Jan 2002

Evaluation Of An Intervention Program For Assisting Family Caregivers With Placement Decisions, Adriana Raquel Bailey

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The emotional aspect of caregiving is extremely complex and caregivers face tremendous emotional challenges as they react to the reality of their loved one's increasing disability. When it comes to making the placement decision, caregivers have frequently reached a burnout point in making decisions.


Lasting Effects Of Sexual Abuse On Mental Health Of Heterosexual And Homosexual Women, Peggy Cicconi Jan 2000

Lasting Effects Of Sexual Abuse On Mental Health Of Heterosexual And Homosexual Women, Peggy Cicconi

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Gender, Sex Roles And The Depressive Experience, Elizabeth A. Emerson Jan 1985

Gender, Sex Roles And The Depressive Experience, Elizabeth A. Emerson

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No abstract provided.


An Intolerance In Males For The Experience Of Depression, Gary Hoff Jan 1982

An Intolerance In Males For The Experience Of Depression, Gary Hoff

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No abstract provided.


The Effects Of Family Structure Upon Late Adolescent Depression, Internal-External Locus Of Control And Help-Seeking Behavior, Manya M. Jiannino Jan 1982

The Effects Of Family Structure Upon Late Adolescent Depression, Internal-External Locus Of Control And Help-Seeking Behavior, Manya M. Jiannino

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No abstract provided.


Male Depression: Expression And Coping Strategies, Kristine R. Fromkin Jan 1982

Male Depression: Expression And Coping Strategies, Kristine R. Fromkin

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No abstract provided.


Relationship Of Marital Status, Employment Status, And Psychosocial Factors To Depression In Women..., Lyla Mceachren Jan 1981

Relationship Of Marital Status, Employment Status, And Psychosocial Factors To Depression In Women..., Lyla Mceachren

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No abstract provided.