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Cognitive Coping And Depression In Elderly Long-Term Care Residents, Christine Viola Mccormick
Cognitive Coping And Depression In Elderly Long-Term Care Residents, Christine Viola Mccormick
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this research was to examine specific coping methods used by the elderly as they adjust to the environment of a long-term care facility, and to examine the correlations between these coping methods and levels of depressive symptomatology.
Preventing Burnout Among Clinicians, Mandy Renee Miller
Preventing Burnout Among Clinicians, Mandy Renee Miller
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study is to identify factors that protect social workers and other clinicians from experiencing burnout. Many things contribute to job burnout among clinicians. Some examples of contributing factors include a shortage of government funding, heavy caseloads, and a lack of autonomy. However, this study will look at workplace factors that are more amendable to change in the agency's environment.
An Assessment Of The Gambling Behavior Of Older Adults In A Senior Center Setting, Debra Fay Johnson
An Assessment Of The Gambling Behavior Of Older Adults In A Senior Center Setting, Debra Fay Johnson
Theses Digitization Project
Fifty-two individuals 60 years of age or older participated in this research study. This study is of significance because as opportunities to gamble are becoming more available and accessible, older adults are participating in gambling activities for leisure and recreational benefits. This phenomenon is of concern because older adults may be at risk for problems related to gambling that they may not be able to recover from. Furthermore, senior center directors and social workers need to know how to assess, evaluate and intervene with older adults who may have gambling problems or problems related to their gambling behavior.
Job Satisfaction Of Child Welfare Workers In San Bernardino County Department Of Children's Services, Susana Ramirez, Mirella Ochoa
Job Satisfaction Of Child Welfare Workers In San Bernardino County Department Of Children's Services, Susana Ramirez, Mirella Ochoa
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of the research study was to assess the job satisfaction of child welfae workers specifically working for San Bernardino County Department of Children's Services.
Perceptions Of Social Services Among Immigrants, Javier MartíN Panameno, Carlos Morales
Perceptions Of Social Services Among Immigrants, Javier MartíN Panameno, Carlos Morales
Theses Digitization Project
This project focused on immigrants' perceptions of social services and social workers. The study employed the post positivist paradigm. The project was conducted with legal and illegal immigrants who received services at Bilingual Family Counseling Service in the city of Ontario, CA. The study found that the immigrants' perceptions about social service agencies and social workers were multi-determined by at least three elements: knowledge, experiences, and attitudes. The dynamic interaction between experiences and attitudes shaped the immigrants' perceptions. Most of the respondents had a positive attitude toward social workers and social services agencies.
Factors Associated With Job Burnout Among Mental Health Workers, Tammy Marie Whitlow
Factors Associated With Job Burnout Among Mental Health Workers, Tammy Marie Whitlow
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study is to collect and analyze data obtained from the mental health workers at Masada Homes in Fontana. Specifically, this research project will identify the rates of emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and personal accomplishment that are experienced by these mental health workers.
Factors Participants Value In Breast Cancer Support Groups, Renee Lauren Jarvis
Factors Participants Value In Breast Cancer Support Groups, Renee Lauren Jarvis
Theses Digitization Project
This study used a qualitative research design to explore and identify, from participant's perspective, the aspects of a breast cancer support group that facilitate a quality experience of support.
Parenting The Second Time Around: Voices From The Hispanic Community On Raising Their Grandchilden, Kellene Marie Lambert, Deborah Ann Price
Parenting The Second Time Around: Voices From The Hispanic Community On Raising Their Grandchilden, Kellene Marie Lambert, Deborah Ann Price
Theses Digitization Project
This study explores the experiences of Hispanic grandmothers who are parenting a second time around. This study looked at the strengths, needs, services, within their kinship arrangements. Child welfare workers could gain an in-depth understanding in cultural context that could influence their practice and service delivery.
The Correlation Between Family Cohesion And Success In Autistic Treatment, Mindy Lee Gerbitz
The Correlation Between Family Cohesion And Success In Autistic Treatment, Mindy Lee Gerbitz
Theses Digitization Project
This research project offered an overview of Autistic spectrum disorder and discussed the need for research regarding the family's role in treatment. The treatment framework examined in this research project was Applied Behavioral Analysis. The study took place at the University Center for Developmental disabilities (UCDD), located at California State University San Bernardino.
Perceptions Of Mental Health Services Among Marines, Leslie Marie Belt, Leslie Paul Schellbach
Perceptions Of Mental Health Services Among Marines, Leslie Marie Belt, Leslie Paul Schellbach
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to examine the beliefs and attitudes of United States Marines towards mental health services.
Service Utilization Among The Mentally Ill Homeless, Amanda Nicole Card, Heather Nicole Sylvester
Service Utilization Among The Mentally Ill Homeless, Amanda Nicole Card, Heather Nicole Sylvester
Theses Digitization Project
This study conducted in-depth interviews with 11 homeless or formerly homeless individuals at eh Central City Lutheran Mission. The focus of this research project is mental health service utilization among the homeless in San Bernardino. A wide array of services are available to the mentally ill homeless in this area, however services offered often do not meet the needs of this population.
Transitional Difficulties Among Foster Youth: A Look At Social Support And Attachment, Ashley Megan Brady, Kyra Kristine Dotter
Transitional Difficulties Among Foster Youth: A Look At Social Support And Attachment, Ashley Megan Brady, Kyra Kristine Dotter
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study is to examine the level of social support in a sample of foster youth nearing emancipation. Additionally this study seeks to examine if a relationship between social support and anxious and/or avoidant attachment styles can be observed.
Factors That Contribute To The Reluctance Of Mental Health Treatment Seeking Among African Americans, Natalie Nicole Majors-Stewart
Factors That Contribute To The Reluctance Of Mental Health Treatment Seeking Among African Americans, Natalie Nicole Majors-Stewart
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to perform an in depth examination of the major factors that increase the reluctance among African Americans to seek mental health treatment.
Tracking The Outcomes Of Independent Living Programs, Lorraine Golda Demarco, Tamatha Jean Echevarria
Tracking The Outcomes Of Independent Living Programs, Lorraine Golda Demarco, Tamatha Jean Echevarria
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to evaluate and compare the outcomes of the Independent Living Program (ILP) of former foster youths who have aged out of foster care and group care in San Bernardino County of California using an exploratory and quantitative survey design.
The Perceived Educational Barriers Of Foster Youth: Social Workers' Perspectives, Barbara Marruth Castro, Nancy Ramirez
The Perceived Educational Barriers Of Foster Youth: Social Workers' Perspectives, Barbara Marruth Castro, Nancy Ramirez
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to assess social worker perspectives on challenges that foster youth encounter in attaining adequate educations. Social workers need to be able to identify the best services and resources that will help this population continue their educational advancement.
The Disproportionate Representation Of Blacks In The Child Welfare System Of The County Of Los Angeles And Decision-Making Practices Of Child Welfare Workers, Flora Mae Jones
Theses Digitization Project
The focus of this study is the significant and widespread overrepresentation of blacks in the child welfare system. The study specifically addresses the issue in the context of its association with decision-making practice of child welfare workers in the County of Los Angeles.
Characteristics Of Independent Living Program Participants And Non-Independent Living Program Participants, Raymond Acevedo
Characteristics Of Independent Living Program Participants And Non-Independent Living Program Participants, Raymond Acevedo
Theses Digitization Project
This study identify foster youth characteristics that were more likely to lead to independent living program (ILP) participation against those foster youth who did not participate in ILPs.
Depression And Coping Among Hmong Refugees, May Vang
Depression And Coping Among Hmong Refugees, May Vang
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of study was to explore depression among Hmong refugees and the ways they use their coping skills to deal with stressful life events.
Disproportion Of African American Children In Child Welfare System Crisis, Pamela Janice Jones
Disproportion Of African American Children In Child Welfare System Crisis, Pamela Janice Jones
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to determine if the use of the Structured Decision-Making (SDM) tool affects the disproportion of African American children accounted for in Riverside County Child Welfare System.
Communicating With Elderly Mental Health Clients About Medication Concordance, Eva Mary Miller
Communicating With Elderly Mental Health Clients About Medication Concordance, Eva Mary Miller
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to assess the effectiveness of communication with elderly mental health clients regarding medication concordance.
Structured Decision Making In Adult Protective Services, Joseph Kenneth Lococo, Christy Anne Herff
Structured Decision Making In Adult Protective Services, Joseph Kenneth Lococo, Christy Anne Herff
Theses Digitization Project
The focus of this research project was to evaluate individual stakeholder perceptions of the implementation of Structured Decision Making (SDM) as a tool in risk assessment of elder abuse/neglect case referrals in Riverside County Adult Protective Services (APS). The researchers interviewed ten social workers from Riverside County APS, from line workers up to Deputy Director. Constructivist theory was used to develop a joint construct which indicated that the primary benefit of SDM was consistency. Consistency resulted in safety and proctection of the client, social worker and the agency.
An Assessment Of Foster Youth And The California High School Exit Exam, Michael Lynn Edwards Jr., Brandon Bowman Thayn
An Assessment Of Foster Youth And The California High School Exit Exam, Michael Lynn Edwards Jr., Brandon Bowman Thayn
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to identify possible variables that may contribute to a foster child's passing or failing of the California High School Exit Exam.
Factors That Contribute To Resiliency In Former Foster Youth, Deanna Nicole Reyes, Phillip Parra
Factors That Contribute To Resiliency In Former Foster Youth, Deanna Nicole Reyes, Phillip Parra
Theses Digitization Project
This research study focused on resilient, former foster youth. Given the vulnerabilities of children in foster care, what factors lead to participant resilience? Data was obtained from ten participants who were receiving independent living services in San Bernardino County.
Factors That Guide Toward The Emancipation Of Foster Care Youth, Singhi Rajan
Factors That Guide Toward The Emancipation Of Foster Care Youth, Singhi Rajan
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of the study was to examine the guiding factors that help foster youth emancipate successfully. The goal was to examine five areas: housing, education, identifying role models, social skills and effectiveness of Independent Living Program (ILP) services.
Social Workers' Knowledge Of Substance Abuse, Mirta Escobedo Johnson
Social Workers' Knowledge Of Substance Abuse, Mirta Escobedo Johnson
Theses Digitization Project
This study was designed to determine how knowledgeable child welfare social workers are of substance abuse when working with substance abusing clients. The results indicated that social workers within San Bernardino County have competent levels of knowledge in substance abuse which allow them to provide appropriate services to the community members they serve.
Understanding The Knowledge Masters Of Social Work Student's Have In Regard To Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, And Transgender Foster Youth Issues, Amy Rebecca Taliaferro
Understanding The Knowledge Masters Of Social Work Student's Have In Regard To Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, And Transgender Foster Youth Issues, Amy Rebecca Taliaferro
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to understand the levels of competence that master's level social work students have in regard to the issues of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender foster youth.
Spirituality In The Daily Lives Of African American Women, Denise Estell Holmes
Spirituality In The Daily Lives Of African American Women, Denise Estell Holmes
Theses Digitization Project
This research study was exploratory in nature and used a qualitative approach to learn firsthand from the intimate, personal and subjective experiences of African American women about the importance of spirituality and religiosity in their everyday lives.
The Effects Of Perceived Discrimination On Samoan Health, Shail Singh
The Effects Of Perceived Discrimination On Samoan Health, Shail Singh
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of perceived discrimination on Samoan health. This study employed purposive data collection and was conducted quantitatively using a questionnaire format, which measured everyday perceived discrimination, depression, and physical health.
Domestic Violence In A Faith-Based Setting, Elisa Petra Lee
Domestic Violence In A Faith-Based Setting, Elisa Petra Lee
Theses Digitization Project
The focus of this study was domestic violence in a faith-based setting. The researcher utilized the constructivist approach in building a subjective understanding of the research topic and possible interventions.
Graffiti Art And Self-Identity: Leaving Their Mark, Lorenzo Martin Aguilar Valdez
Graffiti Art And Self-Identity: Leaving Their Mark, Lorenzo Martin Aguilar Valdez
Theses Digitization Project
This project focuses on graffiti art as not an unconstructive form of artwork as society might assume, but a way of coping and establishing an identity for youth mostly males who are searching for who they are.