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Some Evidence Of The Interests Of Eighth Grade Children In The Materials Of Science., Cora B. Burlingame 1872-1958

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

No abstract provided.

The Psychic Ego Of William James, Mary Of Mercy Mcgucken

Bachelors’ Theses

An amazing originality and. perfection of style, a marvelously vivid, and delicate feeling for concrete realities, a penetrating vision in the realms of the particular, an aptitude for seizing on that which was characteristic and unique made William James one of the most brilliant psychological writers of his day. Although he appreciated, as few are capable of doing, the material beauty of objects round about him, it was to the observation of the mysterious and fascinating psychic experience that he resolved to devote his great genius and exceptional mental powers

The Evaluation Of Punishments And Rewards In Learning The Maze Of Humans, August Albert Lind

Master's Theses or Doctor of Nursing Practice

The general problem of this investigation was the evaluation of reward and punishment for learning the maze by humans. Specifically, we wish to test Thorndike’s statement that pleasantness stamps in the right and unpleasantness stamps out the wrong; and furthermore, to find out what combination of pleasantness and unpleasantness in relation to right and wrong movements or choices is the most effective.

The Influence Of The Number Of Readings On The Rate Of Forgetting., Yuba L. Hunsley

Master's Theses or Doctor of Nursing Practice

The object of the investigation was to find the relation of retention to the number of readings of factual prose articles and to the study of other factors which may influence retention. Students of the freshman and sophomore college classes were used as subjects. The experimental material consisted of reading material of highly factual articles and objective tests. Memory was measured at the end of two weeks after one, two, three, four and five readings. The other factors investigated in relation to memory ability were the effect of rereading upon retention, sex differences, and the correlation of retention of factual …

Humor And Its Appeal To The Child, Leona Marie Carroll

Master's Theses

No abstract provided.

Congressional Reconstruction And The Radical Program, Leal R. Edmunds

Theses and Dissertations

No abstract provided.

Early Childhood Fears, Lenore Bernadette Mccarthy

Master's Theses

No abstract provided.

The Attitude Of Children Toward Self-Control, Marie Bernadette Rochford

Master's Theses

No abstract provided.

Lectures And Addresses Delivered Before The Departments Of Psychology And Pedagogy In Celebration Of The Twentieth Anniversary Of The Opening Of Clark University, Clark University

Conference Materials

Publication of all psychology and pedagogy lectures given at Clark University's historic 1909 conference. The conference, which took place September 6th through September 19th, was a celebration of the institution's twentieth anniversary featuring lectures, discussions, and demonstrations from prominent scientists and scholars across the physical, biological, and social sciences.

Psychology lectures include:

"The Origin and Development of Psychoanalysis" by Sigmund Freud (due to the historical significance of this work, we have also made it available on its own here

"The Association Method" by Carl G. Jung

"Abstracts of Lectures on the Psychology of Testimony and on the Study of Individuality" …

The Psychology Of The Business Man, Harlow Gale

Journal of the Minnesota Academy of Science

No abstract provided.

Physiology And Mental Science, A. T. Ormond

Journal of the Minnesota Academy of Science

No abstract provided.

Trauma And The Use Of Formal And Informal Resources In The Deaf Population: Perspectives From Mental Health Service Providers, Stephanie W. Cawthon, Bentley W. Fink, Paige Johnson, Sarah Schoffstall, Erica Wendel

JADARA

Using grounded theory analysis, the current study identifies the perspectives of therapists and counselors regarding the nature of informal and formal resources supporting the treatment of deaf individuals with trauma. Nineteen counselors and therapists were interviewed, and accessibility, formal support, informal networks, and gaps in resources were identified as salient themes. Subsequent analysis identified concerns with confidentiality as a strong theme. This study emphasizes the need for counselors and therapists to become mindful of utilizing resources to support the treatment of trauma while being concerned with confidentiality.

Finding Babies In Many Baths (Review Of Evolution: The History Of An Idea, Third Edition. By Peter Bowler), Steven J. Scher

Faculty Research and Creative Activity

No abstract provided.

The Physiological And Psychological Effects Of Resistance Training On Overweight And Obese Adolescents, Imara A. Person

Honors Undergraduate Theses

The purpose of this study is evaluating the relationship between resistance training and its effects on obese adolescents with the purpose of reducing physical inactivity. One method includes improving strength in obese children through strength exercises. As well as the effectiveness of resistance training on psychological components such as self-efficacy, exercise competence, and self-esteem as a means of increasing long term exercise adherence.

Research included in this study follow the CDC’s recommendation of youth strength training: 6-17 years old (2022e). Databases such University of Central Florida Library, PubMed, SportDiscus, and Journal of Strength and Conditioning were used to find appropriate …