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External Dynamics Influencing Tattooing Among College Students: A Qualitative Analysis, Michael W. Firmin, Luke M. Tse, Janna Foster, Tammy Angelini Jan 2012

External Dynamics Influencing Tattooing Among College Students: A Qualitative Analysis, Michael W. Firmin, Luke M. Tse, Janna Foster, Tammy Angelini

Michael W. Firmin, Ph.D.

The study utilized qualitative research methodology to assess external dynamics and their influences on tattooing practices among college students. Twenty-four undergraduates supplied in-depth interviews regarding the external variables related to college students' decisions to tattoo. The present research follows (Tse, Firmin, Angelini, & Foster, 2006), which reported findings regarding college students' internal dynamics for tattoo choices. Present findings suggest that health concerns, parental and peer influences, and social stigmas are particularly cogent external influencers in college students' decisions to tattoo.


External Dynamics Influencing Tattooing Among College Students: A Qualitative Analysis, Michael W. Firmin, Luke M. Tse, Janna B. Foster, Tammy L. Angelini Jan 2012

External Dynamics Influencing Tattooing Among College Students: A Qualitative Analysis, Michael W. Firmin, Luke M. Tse, Janna B. Foster, Tammy L. Angelini

Luke M. Tse, Ph.D.

The study utilized qualitative research methodology to assess external dynamics and their influences on tattooing practices among college students. Twenty-four undergraduates supplied in-depth interviews regarding the external variables related to college students' decisions to tattoo. The present research follows (Tse, Firmin, Angelini, & Foster, 2006), which reported findings regarding college students' internal dynamics for tattoo choices. Present findings suggest that health concerns, parental and peer influences, and social stigmas are particularly cogent external influencers in college students' decisions to tattoo.


Ephesians: Empowered To Love Harmoniously, Luke M. Tse Jan 2009

Ephesians: Empowered To Love Harmoniously, Luke M. Tse

Luke M. Tse, Ph.D.

No abstract provided.


Forgive As Christ Forgave, Luke M. Tse Jan 2008

Forgive As Christ Forgave, Luke M. Tse

Luke M. Tse, Ph.D.

No abstract provided.


A Grief Observed: Insight For Helpers, Luke M. Tse Jan 2008

A Grief Observed: Insight For Helpers, Luke M. Tse

Luke M. Tse, Ph.D.

No abstract provided.


The Best Laid Plans, Luke M. Tse Jan 2007

The Best Laid Plans, Luke M. Tse

Luke M. Tse, Ph.D.

No abstract provided.


In Search Of A Cause, Charles D. Dolph Jan 2007

In Search Of A Cause, Charles D. Dolph

Charles D. Dolph, Ph.D.

No abstract provided.