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The Causes Of Recurrence Of Maltreatment In Child Welfare, And The Impacts Of The Family Team Decision Making Initiative, Juana Lorena Gonzalez

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this study is to identify causes and impacts on family when children re-enter child welfare as a result of recurrence of child maltreatment and what child welfare agencies are doing to reduce those incidences.

Placement Stability Of Legal Guardianship With Relative And Non-Relative Caregivers, Erin Renee Hebert

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this study is to measure the stability of relative and non-relative legal guardianship placements.

Social Workers Attitudes Toward Providing Social Services To Undocumented Immigrants, Michael Ryan Chavez

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this study was to examine social workers' and social work students' attitudes toward providing publicly funded social services to undocumented workers.

The Effects Of Childhood Sexual Abuse On Women In Recovery For Substance Abuse, Barbara Eileen Egan

Theses Digitization Project

This study assessed if women who are survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse and receive treatment for this issue, when they were in treatment for substance abuse, stayed sober longer and thus experienced a healthier and happier recovery. The benefit of this research is two-fold as it not only leads to better treatment programs for women who have this co-occurring condition, it also allows for better treatment outcomes and as a result is more cost effective for treatment agencies. The data was collected confidentially through surveys that were distributed at 10 local Alcoholic's Anonymous meetings in the Inland Empire area.

The Relationship Between Perception Of Physical Features, Racial Identity, And Self-Esteem Of Black Adolescent Females, Carolette Yvonne King

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between perception of physical features, racial identity attitudes, and self-esteem of Black adolescent females. Thirty-eight Black adolescent females, ranging from 14 to 19 years old, were administered a survey packet including a Demographic Questionnaire, The Rosenberg Self-esteem Scale, and a shortened version of the 50-item Racial Identity Attitude Scale.

Social Workers' Perceptions Of The Effectiveness Of Animal Assisted Therapy Within Social Work Practice, Rebecca Marie Carpino, Janet De La Cruz

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this study was to examine social workers' perceptions of the effectiveness of animal assisted therapy (AAT) within social work practice throughout Riverside and San Bernardino Counties. This study focused on AAT and the therapeutic contribution animals have offered to individuals suffering from a mental health illness, such as depression. The interventions used for depression or other mental illness rarely entail AAT because of lack of education and traning.

Foster Parents' Perspectives On Foster Children With Autistic Spectrum Disorder In The Child Welfare System And How They Impact The Lives Of The Foster Parents, Uchechukwu Adaure Alozie

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this study was to examine how foster parents contributed to the wellness and permanency of an autistic foster child and to know if foster caregivers were adequately equipped to care for a child with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Foster parents of children with ASD were interviewed to gather their opinions and perceptions about whether their autistic foster children were receiving adequate services and if these services increased the child's safety and quality of life. The study used a qualitative design, with in-depth face-to-face and telephone interviews with nine foster parents of children diagnosed with ASD in child …

How Independent Living Skills Services Affect The Outcomes Of Emancipated Foster Youth In Attaining Self-Sufficiency, Tracy Burks, Sandra Fernandez

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this study is to highlight the services that are beneficial and highlight additional services that are needed in order to facilitate a successful transition for emancipating foster youth. This study shows how self-sufficiency in emancipating foster youth is affected by the services provided by the Independent Living Skills (ILP) program. Face-to-face interviews were completed with ILP participants as data collected source and quantitative research was conducted using surveys and focus groups to obtain firsthand information and personal experiences from former foster youth themselves.

Reunification Outcomes For Hispanics In The Child Welfare System, Lucia Aguirre Coronel

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this study was to identify any contributing factors to the overrepresentation of Hispanic children in the child welfare system. This study used an exploratory design and quantitavie methods to examine reunification oucomes of 100 case files in a county in Southern California.

“University Overview 2011”, California State University - San Bernardino

CSUSB Sound and video recordings

No abstract provided.

Commencement Program (June 2011), Csusb

CSUSB Commencement Programs

No abstract provided.

Pa Der Vang Tssa Fall 2008, Pa Der Vang

Teaching Skills Study Awards (TSSA) Reports

Enhances faculty's teaching by attending a conference devoted to university teaching, a high-impact practice, evidence-based practice or a newly developing teaching practice.

Faculty Senate Committee Book (September 2010), Csusb Faculty Senate

CSUSB Faculty Senate records

No abstract provided.

Course Catalog 2010-2011, Csusb

CSUSB Course Catalog

ACADEMIC CALENDAR 4 THE CSU SYSTEM 5 THE UNIVERSITY 8 ACADEMIC PROGRAM 13 STUDENT LIFE 23 ADMISSION 36 FEE SCHEDULE 43 ACADEMIC REGULATIONS 46 MINORS 58 CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS 60 EXTENDED LEARNING 62 UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMS 64 Academic Support Programs General Education Program Undergraduate Degree Programs GRADUATE STUDY 370 Graduate Degree Programs FACULTY 537 APPENDIX 558 INDEX 565

Csusb Statistical Factbook (2010), California State University, San Bernardino

CSUSB Statistical Factbook

No abstract provided.

Volume 2, 2010, Csusb

Scholarship in Action newsletter

What to look for in this issue...

• Faculty Research
  • Interview-Inside the Grant Review Process: "How Professors Think" p.1
• From the Director
  • Interim Director of OSRP, Dr. Ellen Shimakawa
  • Faculty and Furloughs: Did You Know...? p.3
• Awards p.4
• Presentations, Publications, Exhibitions and Performances p.8
• Upcoming Workshops p.11
• Contact Info p.11

The Impact Of Body Dissatisfaction On Depression And Sexual Attitudes Among College Age Women, Alesha Ianthe Marshall, Liliana Enriquetta. Llamas

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of the study was to assess the correlations between a young female's body image, the corresponding levels of depression, and the impact on her feelings about the experiences of intimate relationships. This research study examined the link between body image dissatisfaction, depression, and sexual attitudes among college women. This study hypothesized that various factors such as age, religion, and ethnicity may affect body image dissatisfaction. College women are a vulnerable population. This study utilized quantitative research methods through surveys that were administered to 120 college women between 18 and 30, with 83 women actually responding.

Children Affected By Mental Illness And Parental Involvement, Lisa Louise Pirtle

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this study was to determine if parents are involved in services provided for children with mental illnesses or Severely Emotionally Disturbed (SED). Mental health issues are becoming more and more prevalent in youth and adolescents. The study was conducted at Bilingual Family Counseling which provides individual counseling, family counseling, couple/marital counseling, school-based counseling, anger management groups, and support groups for girls.

Domestic Violence: Treatment Barriers In The Gay And Lesbian Community, Susan Crane

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this study is to investigate barriers to seeking services pertaining to domestic violence among the gay and lesbian population. The treatment barriers to seeking support and services for Same Sex Domestic Violence (SSDV) is related to fear, not feeling safe, judgmental attitudes, lack of education, and law enforcement discrimination.

Outcome Evaluation Of Hiv/Aids Outreach Project At Malmesbury Prison In South Africa, Heather Joyelle Fickas

Theses Digitization Project

The HIV/AIDS pandemic has struck the prison systems with exceptional voracity. While some prisons have attempted to address the problem with educational programming and case management, Malmsebury prison in South Africa has incorporated a restorative justice component to add to the offender's sense of efficacy and leadership skills once released back into the community. This study also examined the outcomes of Ithemba Project, also referred to as the Group of Hope, an HIV/AIDS Community Outreach Project, at the prison In Cape Town, South Africa.

Parenting Attitudes Among Teenage Mothers, Sandra Rivas CastañEda

Theses Digitization Project

This study focused on learning more about parenting among teenage parents, specifically their attitudes and beliefs toward parenting. By studying adolescent mothers attitudes toward parenting, social work professionals can better understand the role of teen mothers and consequently develop and revise programs to help teens develop better attitudes toward parenting.

Quality Of Life Of The Severely Mentally Ill As Described By Social Workers, Simonetta Fosci

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this study was to investigate the levels of the quality of life among severely mentally ill offenders residing at a psychiatric hospital in the United States as perceived by their social workers.

Case Management Services In The Community: Benefits And Outcomes, Esmeralda Alcantar Plascencia

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this study is to advance knowledge in the area of case management services by investigating "what characteristics are most frequent in clients who complete the case management program and in clients who did not complete the case management provided through the Montclair Community Collaborative (MCC)." This research addresses case management services and centers on obtaining client data pertaining to case management services, focusing on the family's outcome. The general research methodology consisted of a qualitative review (content analysis) of an existing data set (case records). This study examined a random sample of 130 MCC case management studies.

The Relative Importance Of Risk Factors Leading To Relapse Among Individuals Recovering From Substance Abuse, Norma America Likens

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this study is to help social workers by determining the relative importance of relapse warning signs that have been identified by the addiction treatment professionals.

California Child Welfare Reentry Trends From January 1998 Through December 2007, Sarah Marie Jacobson, Melissa Anne Weber

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this quantitative research study was to examine the characteristics of children who reentered the child welfare system in the state of California. Another purpose of this study was to see how San Bernardino County's reentry trends fit in to the rest of the state of California. It is the hope to develop a child welfare practice to determine if a policy or specific practices can be altered so that the recidivism rate decreases.

Multicultural Issues In Autism Spectrum Disorder, Martha Eufracio

Theses Digitization Project

This study focused on the experiences and perceptions of parents/caregivers of children diagnosed with autism. Specifically, this project explored various themes surrounding autism and multiculturalism.

An Examination Of Factors Associated With Job Burnout Among Child Welfare Workers, Jennifer Marie Ahmu

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this study is to examine factors related to job burnout among child welfare workers specifically working for Riverside County, Department of Children's Services Division (CSD). Identifying predictors of job burnout can improve working conditions, reduce absenteeism, reduce economic cost, increase employee retention, improve client treatment, and help attract competent individuals to the profession, making job burnout a relevant and necessary area to study in social work.

Social Workers' Attitudes And Perceptions On Cultural Competence In Child Welfare, Monica Elaine Hicks

Theses Digitization Project

This study examined social workers' view on cultural competence and the disproportionate rates of African American children in foster care. This study seeks to explain how cultural biases affecting social workers' decisions contribute to the removal of children from their families based on social worker's inability to understand or recognize cultural differences in child rearing practices.

Why It Makes Sense To Practice Child Welfare Social Work In The Public School System: An Evaluation Study, Desiree Joanne Robinson Moody

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this study was to propose why it makes sense to practice child welfare social work in the public school system (kindergarten through 12th grade), and to evaluate why there is a need for child protective services (CPS) child welfare social workers to be active and out-stationed in the public school setting. A questionaire was developed to interview and obtain responses from nine experienced retired and prior social workers.

Addressing The Disproportionate Representation Of African American Children In The Child Welfare System, Cecilia Elizabeth Roman

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this study is to examine social workers' perceptions on the disproportionate representation of African American children in the child welfare system and social workers views on their training and education on cultural competence. Eight face-to-face interviews were carried out with masters' level social workers at San Bernardino County's Gifford office of Children and Family Services. Qualitative method was used to analyze the findings.