Open Access. Powered by Scholars. Published by Universities.®
Articles 1 - 4 of 4
Full-Text Articles in Psychology
Effects Of Anti- And Pro-Smoking Campaigns On The Prevalence Of Smoking In College Students, Jennifer Campbell, Pamela Newcombe, Angela Radford
Effects Of Anti- And Pro-Smoking Campaigns On The Prevalence Of Smoking In College Students, Jennifer Campbell, Pamela Newcombe, Angela Radford
Undergraduate Psychology Research Methods Journal
This study sought to show relationships between anti- and pro-smoking advertisement campaigns and the prevalence of smoking among college students. A total of 102 undergraduate students from Lindenwood University participated in the survey, which contained questions regarding family, friends, personal non-smoking and smoking habits, and the number and type of anti- and pro-smoking ads viewed. The researchers obtained informed consent, distributed the survey, and debriefed each participant after completion of the survey. The statistical analysis of the data did not show any relationships between exposure to ads and the prevalence of smoking. However, exposure to pro-smoking advertisements did affect brand …
The Correlation Of Working College Students And Their Grade Point Average, Latasha Stepps, Chandra Brown
The Correlation Of Working College Students And Their Grade Point Average, Latasha Stepps, Chandra Brown
Undergraduate Psychology Research Methods Journal
Students that work while in school have higher grade point averages than students who do not work. The number of students that work while in college has increased over the years. In this study 28 participants were asked to full out a ten question survey that pertaining to the number of hours they worked and their academic performance. Then the results were compared to determine the correlation between the student grade point average and the number of hours they worked. The results found that there was a positive correlation between the two. It seemed that the more hours the students …
Self-Esteen Levels In Relation To Grade Point Average, Patrick Wilson
Self-Esteen Levels In Relation To Grade Point Average, Patrick Wilson
Undergraduate Psychology Research Methods Journal
This study is designed to show a relationship between self-esteem and grade point average (GPA) among college students. Undergraduate college students from Lindenwood University participated in this study. The survey used in this study was designed by J.J. Messina (1999) containing questions a subject’s family, personal, social, and educational life. The students were asked if they would like to participate in a survey randomly. Upon completion of the survey and informed consent they received a feedback letter. The data I collected showed a weak relationship, however I believe it was due to the fact I only surveyed 25 subjects.
A Study Of Self-Esteem And Grade Point Average (Gpa) Among College Students, Erin K. Bowen, Carl A. Hicks
A Study Of Self-Esteem And Grade Point Average (Gpa) Among College Students, Erin K. Bowen, Carl A. Hicks
Undergraduate Psychology Research Methods Journal
The study examined the possible relationship between self-esteem and grade point average (GPA) held by college students. One hundred forty college students completed a survey, through the Human Subject Pool, as well as at the end of five separate classes, to determine their level of self-esteem as well as to obtain their permission to view their GPA anonymously. Results suggest that there is a positive relationship between selfesteem and grade point average