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Staff Members' Perceptions Of The Effective Aspects Of Psychiatric Treatment Within A Therapeutic Community Setting, Megan Karise Wimmersberger
Staff Members' Perceptions Of The Effective Aspects Of Psychiatric Treatment Within A Therapeutic Community Setting, Megan Karise Wimmersberger
Theses, Dissertations, and Projects
This study was undertaken to explore staff members' perceptions of the effective aspects of psychiatric treatment within a therapeutic community setting. Twelve staff members who had been working within a therapeutic community setting for a minimum of one year participated in semi-structured interviews which explored the various aspects of treatment which were considered to be particularly conducive to recovery. The total sample (N=12) included three participants from each of the four therapeutic communities included in the study: Gould Farm, Spring Lake Ranch, Hopewell Therapeutic Farm, and Cooper Riis. Since very little research has been conducted on the effectiveness of psychiatric …
Stress And Status : How Socioeconomic Status Affects Stress In Young Adult Women, Emma Katharine Yovanoff
Stress And Status : How Socioeconomic Status Affects Stress In Young Adult Women, Emma Katharine Yovanoff
Theses, Dissertations, and Projects
Numerous studies highlight the connection between women with low socioeconomic status (SES) and stress; however, there is a gap in the literature in regards to women with high SES status or what these two groups may have in common. The present study used a mixed methods approach to examine how types and levels of stress differ between women ages 18-24 years who have lower and higher socioeconomic status. Participants were 106 women with either low or high SES between the ages of 18-24 years. Data were collected using an anonymous online survey to determine each participant's SES and to identify …
Health Worker Experiences With Environmental Pollution : Health In Urban Targeted Community : A Study Of Pollution And Clinicians' Experiences And Attitudes Towards It In Urban Low-Income Communities And Communities Of Color, Leslie B. Bosworth
Theses, Dissertations, and Projects
Research suggests that exposure to pollution can impact people's health, and that there are more chances for exposure in some urban low-income communities or communities of color. The purpose of the study is to explore whether social service oriented clinicians consider whether their clients are exposed to pollution, how large of a problem the believe pollution is for their clients, and what actions they and their clients have taken to protect against pollution. A second purpose is to assess whether clinicians view pollution as product of discrimination. A third purpose is to see if pollution is indeed higher in lower-income …
Invisible Jews : Does Internalized Anti-Semitism Play A Role In Unaddressed Jewish Poverty In America?, Lilith Gabrielle Wolinsky
Invisible Jews : Does Internalized Anti-Semitism Play A Role In Unaddressed Jewish Poverty In America?, Lilith Gabrielle Wolinsky
Theses, Dissertations, and Projects
This theoretical study looks at unexamined Jewish poverty in contemporary America through the two lenses of internalized anti-Semitism/internalized oppression/self-hate, and internalized superiority/Jewish exceptionalism/ethnocentrism with the intention of determining whether or not the constructs represented by these composite lenses have any bearing on the continued existence of Jewish poverty in the United States. Study results indicate that while the relationship between Jewish poverty and internalized Jewish oppression is not causal, unexamined internalized anti-Semitism may be a factor which prevents Jews from acknowledging and addressing this ill within their midst and as such, which perpetuates Jewish poverty. Study results also indicate that …
An Exploration Of The Relationships Between Young Adult Women And Their Sisters With Intellectual Disabilities, Katharine Ruth Wilson
An Exploration Of The Relationships Between Young Adult Women And Their Sisters With Intellectual Disabilities, Katharine Ruth Wilson
Theses, Dissertations, and Projects
This qualitative study explored the nature of the relationships between young adult women and their sisters with intellectual disabilities. This study sought to contribute to the growing body of literature on siblings of people with intellectual disabilities by addressing the dearth of research on sisters in young adulthood, and their experience of the sibling relationship. The narratives of twelve young adult sisters of women with intellectual disabilities were gathered through open-ended interviews. Research questions explored such topics as the level of contact participants had with their sisters, how their relationships had changed in adulthood, and the most fulfilling and challenging …
The Effects Of Systemic Ableism On Those With A Visual Impairment : A Theoretical Perspective, Jessica Lynn Wierzbowski
The Effects Of Systemic Ableism On Those With A Visual Impairment : A Theoretical Perspective, Jessica Lynn Wierzbowski
Theses, Dissertations, and Projects
This theoretical investigation examines the link between systemic ableism towards those with visual impairment and whether it elicits symptoms of Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in the visually impaired. For the purpose of this thesis ableism will be defined as, –often makes the world unwelcoming and inaccessible for people with disabilities_С_ (Hehir, 2007, p.10). Meaning, barriers exist (Madriga, 2007) for those with a visual impairment. An example of a barrier for those with a visual impairment is the desire to want those with a visual impairment to read regular print instead of large print or Braille (Hehir, 2007). Society maybe be …
Into The Wild West : An Exploratory Study Of Videoconference Telemental Health In Social Work Practice, Charlotte Ames Parker
Into The Wild West : An Exploratory Study Of Videoconference Telemental Health In Social Work Practice, Charlotte Ames Parker
Theses, Dissertations, and Projects
This qualitative study was undertaken to explore how social workers are integrating videoconference telemental health into practice, and what their experiences have been of using videoconference telemental health to provide services. Twelve social workers with experience using videoconference telemental health participated in a semi-structured interview over Skype. The interview included questions about the clinicians' practices; how they started using videoconference telemental health to provide services; their attitudes' towards the use of the technology; and ethical dilemmas they have encountered while using videoconference telemental health. Ten of the clinicians interviewed were in private practice, and two worked in larger institutional settings. …
Food Insecurity And Clinical Social Work, Katherine Marie Paul
Food Insecurity And Clinical Social Work, Katherine Marie Paul
Theses, Dissertations, and Projects
This study was undertaken to explore the experiences of social workers with food insecurity within the field of social work. Participants were asked to reflect on their encounters, experiences, understandings, and responses to food insecurity within their practice, and the relationship of food insecurity and clinical work. A definition of food insecurity as lack of access to nutritious food was presented to participants. Participant experience with the given definition, as well as with their own definitions of food insecurity, was explored. A snowball method was used to recruit a sample of 12 social workers with MSW degrees working in direct …
Equine Embrace : Touch And The Therapeutic Encounter In Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy From The Perspective Of The Clinician, Ann Marie Sexauer
Equine Embrace : Touch And The Therapeutic Encounter In Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy From The Perspective Of The Clinician, Ann Marie Sexauer
Theses, Dissertations, and Projects
This study was undertaken to examine touch between human and equine in the therapeutic context from the perspective of the clinician conducting an equine facilitated psychotherapy session. Thirteen practitioners, twelve from the mental health field and one life coach, participated in a single semi-structured in-depth interview. The practitioners were questioned on their views of touch between themselves and their clients, and between horse and client. They were also asked if their touch practices changed with the presence of an animal, as well as what outcome they saw due to clients touching the horse, and in which situations. The findings showed …
Premature Termination--Clinicians' Perspectives : A Qualitative Study Of Why Clinicians Prematurely Terminate Personal Psychotherapy, Jeffrey Kiesel Smith
Premature Termination--Clinicians' Perspectives : A Qualitative Study Of Why Clinicians Prematurely Terminate Personal Psychotherapy, Jeffrey Kiesel Smith
Theses, Dissertations, and Projects
This study was conducted to explore why clinicians prematurely terminate their own psychotherapy. The motivation for this study was to further the existing knowledge about premature termination in general by collecting data from clients who themselves have been trained in the field of psychotherapy. This exploratory qualitative study aimed to further clinicians, researchers and clients understanding of why premature termination occurs. One of the primary goals for this research was to determine whether clinicians could provide more in-depth and descriptive language about premature termination. This research study was conducted through an online survey of 49 in-training, licensed and retired psychologists, …
When Childbearing Triggers Trauma : How Obstetric Nurses Support Sexual Abuse Survivors Through Pregnancy And, Nicole Vengrove Soffer
When Childbearing Triggers Trauma : How Obstetric Nurses Support Sexual Abuse Survivors Through Pregnancy And, Nicole Vengrove Soffer
Theses, Dissertations, and Projects
Survivors of sexual abuse may experience heightened vulnerability and sensitivity during their pregnancies and child birthing processes. This qualitative study explores how Obstetric and Gynecology (OBGYN) nurses understand and respond to the unique needs of this population, and how they partner with social workers to do so. This research highlights OBGYN nurses' attunement to survivors' needs and suggests ways that nurses and social workers can better work together to provide comprehensive care and therapeutic interventions to pregnant sexual abuse survivors. Participants (n=33), who completed an online anonymous survey, are Registered Nurses who have knowingly worked with at least one sexual …
Parents With Children In Therapy : Is There A Relationship Between Parental Attachment Styles And The Parent-Therapist Alliance?, Jessica Ruth Taylor-Pickford
Parents With Children In Therapy : Is There A Relationship Between Parental Attachment Styles And The Parent-Therapist Alliance?, Jessica Ruth Taylor-Pickford
Theses, Dissertations, and Projects
Over 2,000 studies have been completed exploring the working alliance in adult psychotherapy (Horvath and Bedi, 2002); by comparison, only 23 studies have explored the working alliance in psychotherapy with children (Shirk and Karver, 2003). However, the alliance in youth therapy may be more complex than in adult psychotherapy because it also involves the alliance between the child's parent(s) and the therapist (Hawley and Weisz, 2005). The parenttherapist alliance is one of the least emphasized relationships in theoretical or empirical literature referring to child therapy, and was the focus of the current study. Using a cross-sectional, quantitative research design and …
From Bullies To Brotherhood : An Exploratory Qualitative Study Of Aspergian Adolescents' Perspectives On Friendship, Michelle Charney Kaye
From Bullies To Brotherhood : An Exploratory Qualitative Study Of Aspergian Adolescents' Perspectives On Friendship, Michelle Charney Kaye
Theses, Dissertations, and Projects
This study explored how Aspergian adolescents attending a specialized school perceive and understand friendship. This exploratory qualitative study aimed to further knowledge of how Aspergian adolescents understand friendship for clinicians, parents, teachers and researchers. Another primary goal of this project was to collect the views and perceptions of Aspergian adolescents and to disseminate the findings to the participants and other Aspergian adolescents. The primary goal of this research project was to examine how being educated in a specialized school affects how Aspergian adolescents understand the concepts surrounding friendship. This study was conducted at Orion Academy, an 8th-12th grade preparatory high …
Young Mothers And The Infant Feeding Decision : Participation In A Postpartum Breastfeeding Support Group, Rebecca Logue-Conroy
Young Mothers And The Infant Feeding Decision : Participation In A Postpartum Breastfeeding Support Group, Rebecca Logue-Conroy
Theses, Dissertations, and Projects
This study explored whether young mothers who attend a postpartum breastfeeding support group are likely to breastfeed for six months and beyond. A focus group was conducted with twelve mothers ranging in age from 15 to 22 and included their children. The women were asked about their experience in the support group and their breastfeeding behaviors. They were also given a demographic questionnaire. The findings indicated that participants did find the support group to be helpful and most of the participants had chosen to breastfeed for at least six months. Discussion of the difficulty in conducting a focus group with …
I Will Not Let You Go Until You Bless Me : An Exploratory Study Of Gay Christian Men's Integration Of Religious And Sexual Identities, John Paul Reardon
I Will Not Let You Go Until You Bless Me : An Exploratory Study Of Gay Christian Men's Integration Of Religious And Sexual Identities, John Paul Reardon
Theses, Dissertations, and Projects
Eleven self-identified gay Christian men were interviewed regarding the process by which they integrated their gay and Christian identities. The data revealed that they experienced a three-phase process The first phase, Initial Dissonance, occurred as their emerging gay identities came into conflict with the conservative Christian churches to which they belonged. Participants experienced both implicit and explicit rejection. Some isolated themselves in order to avoid rejection. The second phase consisted of an Initial Response to the dissonance. Responses included compartmentalized homosexual experimentation, attempts to reject the gay identity through suppression of sexual desires, reparative therapy, and participation in Ex-Gay ministries. …
Procrastination In Relation To Self-Efficacy In Graduate Students Writing A Doctoral Dissertation, Zoeн_ Alberta Kahn
Procrastination In Relation To Self-Efficacy In Graduate Students Writing A Doctoral Dissertation, Zoeн_ Alberta Kahn
Theses, Dissertations, and Projects
Procrastination and self-efficacy have been studied over the years; however, there is a gap in the literature on the relationship between the two constructs and in relation to the populations in which researchers have chosen to focus. The present study used quantitative approaches to explore the relationship, if any, that existed between procrastination and self-efficacy in graduate students finishing a doctoral dissertation (N=19). Data were collected using an anonymous online survey which included demographic questions, the General Self-Efficacy Scale (GSES), and the Tuckman Procrastination Questionnaire (TPQ). The GSES calculated levels of self-efficacy and the TPQ assessed levels of procrastination. The …
Figuring Out The Birds And The Bees : Parents' Experiences Navigating Issues Of Sex And Sexuality With Their Teenage And Young Adult Children With Intellectual Disabilities, Jessica Welson Markowitz
Figuring Out The Birds And The Bees : Parents' Experiences Navigating Issues Of Sex And Sexuality With Their Teenage And Young Adult Children With Intellectual Disabilities, Jessica Welson Markowitz
Theses, Dissertations, and Projects
This interpretative phenomenological analysis explores parents' experiences navigating issues of sex and sexuality with their teenage and young adult children with intellectual disabilities. The purpose of the study was to examine parents' perceptions of the sexual knowledge and sexual identity development of their children, as well as provide a glimpse into their experiences as parents navigating these issues. Six parents of individuals ages 16-25 with an intellectual disability diagnosis were interviewed via semi-structured interviews. Parents were asked to speak about their children's sexual development as well as the role they have played as parents in fostering that development. Parents shared …
White Anti-Racism In The Context Of Parenting, Sarah Amanda Matlock
White Anti-Racism In The Context Of Parenting, Sarah Amanda Matlock
Theses, Dissertations, and Projects
This qualitative study explores how White parents who identify as anti-racist raise their children from an anti-racist perspective. Twenty White parents were interviewed and asked about what anti-racism means to them, their childhood experiences involving race and racism, and how they attempt to incorporate anti-racism values into their parenting. They were also asked about their perspective on their White children's racial awareness and on the impact of race and racism on their White children. The participants' neighborhood and school choices, and the racial make-up of their child's friendship circles were discussed. The findings revealed that many of these White parents …
No Purer Joy : The Developmental, Social And Motivational Aspects Of Elite College Squash, Matthew Aaron Munich
No Purer Joy : The Developmental, Social And Motivational Aspects Of Elite College Squash, Matthew Aaron Munich
Theses, Dissertations, and Projects
This is a study of the experience of elite level college squash players from three angles: development, social context and motivation. Primary aims included describing an intense human experience in terms of developmental gains, identifying social cues the participants received from their social context, understanding motivations for participation, and exploring cultural differences most pertinent to squash participation. The sample was comprised of 15 American and international players from the Yale University men's and women's squash teams who completed semi-structured interviews. The players represented all academic classes and 7 countries. Findings revealed a number of important developmental gains that were fostered …
Life After Driving : Older Adults' Perceptions Of Driving Cessation, Jennifer Lee Nichols
Life After Driving : Older Adults' Perceptions Of Driving Cessation, Jennifer Lee Nichols
Theses, Dissertations, and Projects
For many adults the ability to drive a car acts as a crucial link to the outside world. The following study was implemented to gain a more in depth and detailed understanding of community dwelling older adults' experiences of driving cessation as related to cultural gender expectations and to explore the influence of an individual's support network on their experience of driving cessation. The study was quantitative in nature and included data collected from residents at four different retirement/assisted living communities located within the city limits of Seattle, WA. A total of 45 participants were surveyed in person: the sample …
The Experiences Of Clinical Social Workers In Diagnosing Bipolar Disorder In Children And Adolescents, Ashley Caroline Petitt
The Experiences Of Clinical Social Workers In Diagnosing Bipolar Disorder In Children And Adolescents, Ashley Caroline Petitt
Theses, Dissertations, and Projects
Bipolar disorder (BD) is a diagnosis that an increasing number of individuals under the age of 18 are being given, despite the fact that the DSM-IV has no description or criteria of what BD in this age group looks like. The purpose of this exploratory study was to look at the experiences of clinical social workers who have diagnosed BD in children and adolescents. To do so, eleven social workers who have a Master's of Social Work were interviewed using a standardized open-ended interview guide. The major findings of this study follow. Participants reported having diagnosed significantly more adolescents with …
Relationships Between Fathers' Attachment, Their Parenting Behaviors And Child Adjustment, Cristy Salome Ricaurte
Relationships Between Fathers' Attachment, Their Parenting Behaviors And Child Adjustment, Cristy Salome Ricaurte
Theses, Dissertations, and Projects
This study explored how fathers' attachment in close relationships (as measured by three dimensions--(a) comfort with dependency, (b) comfort with closeness, and (c) relationship anxiety) relates to their observed parenting behaviors, and how the fathers' attachment dimensions are related to their children's adjustment outcomes. Differences in attachment dimensions between Mexican American and Caucasian fathers were also explored. The sample included in the analysis was a subset from the Supporting Father Involvement study based in California. Participants were ninety fathers, predominantly low-income, with two thirds Mexican American and approximately one fourth European American. The findings indicated that fathers' attachment was related …
Seeing The Light In Psychotherapy : Exploring Transformational Change Through Object Relations, Self Psychology And Transpersonal Psychology, Tiffany Anne Romer
Seeing The Light In Psychotherapy : Exploring Transformational Change Through Object Relations, Self Psychology And Transpersonal Psychology, Tiffany Anne Romer
Theses, Dissertations, and Projects
This theoretical study examines the phenomenon of transformational change (TC) and explores how mental health clinicians can use object relations theory and self psychology along with transpersonal psychology to increase understanding of TC. Initially an established conception of TC is presented. Next, TC is compared with similar phenomena; spiritual awakenings, mystical experiences and quantum change. Then the history of spirituality and religion within the fields of psychology, social work, and substance abuse are reviewed. From this historical review it is inferred that a predominantly disparaging view of religion has created a therapeutic environment inhospitable to exploration profound spiritual experiences. This …
Trauma In Adults With Developmental Disabilities : An Analysis Of Trauma Theory And Behavior Modification, Lauren Rae Rosenblum
Trauma In Adults With Developmental Disabilities : An Analysis Of Trauma Theory And Behavior Modification, Lauren Rae Rosenblum
Theses, Dissertations, and Projects
This theoretical study explored the phenomenon of trauma in adults with developmental disabilities. The study examined adults with developmental disabilities' vulnerabilities to abusive conditions and systemic oppression, increasing the populations' risk of traumatization. The study analyzed trauma theory and behavior modification, comparing the prevalence and treatment implications of each theory on adults with persons with developmental disabilities. Furthermore, findings indicated that there were limitations in research and access to trauma-based therapy, while behavior modification was predominantly used as a treatment remedy. This report concludes with recommendations for the social worker and mental health fields.
The Role Of Language In Therapy : How Bilingual/Multilingual Therapists Experience Their Work With Bilingual/Multilingual Clients, Sofia Maia Rosenblum
The Role Of Language In Therapy : How Bilingual/Multilingual Therapists Experience Their Work With Bilingual/Multilingual Clients, Sofia Maia Rosenblum
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Bilingualism and multilingualism have not been afforded adequate exploration in clinical social work practice. This exploratory study examined the experiences of bilingual/multilingual therapists working with bilingual/multilingual clients. Utilizing interviews with twelve bilingual/multilingual therapists who were linguistically diverse, this study looked at the process of language switching in therapy, the effects of shared versus different languages on countertransference experiences, the interview subjects' conceptualizations of linguistic identity and how these identities have come to influence professional development, as well as the role that language plays in academic and training settings for mental health practitioners. The findings of the research showed the natural …
Mothers' Feelings About Physical And Emotional Intimacy Twelve To Fifteen Months After The Birth Of A First Child, Melanie Freedberg Shapiro
Mothers' Feelings About Physical And Emotional Intimacy Twelve To Fifteen Months After The Birth Of A First Child, Melanie Freedberg Shapiro
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This qualitative study explored first time mothers' feelings about physical and emotional intimacy twelve to fifteen (12-15) months the birth of a first child. It also looked to understand what factors mothers thought would improve intimacy with their partners during this time period. The transition to parenthood prompted a change in many mothers' feelings about intimacy and changes in their relationship with their husbands and themselves. Twelve mothers' who had their first child twelve to fifteen (12-15) months ago, who were married for at least two years participated in the study. All participants answered open-ended interview questions focusing on the …
Transgender Perspectives On Accessible Primary Healthcare : A Mixed Method Study, Ann Marie Coakley
Transgender Perspectives On Accessible Primary Healthcare : A Mixed Method Study, Ann Marie Coakley
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This mixed method study was undertaken to explore and describe the transgender perspective of socially sensitive and medically competent primary healthcare provision. So far the focus of activists and researchers has concerned the barriers to care rather than positive models of the transgender healthcare experience. To gather viewpoints nationally from people of various transgender identities, an internet survey was conducted yielding responses from 116 participants from ages 18 to 72. Quantitative data was gathered on demographic, gender identities and present healthcare access and quality. Qualitative questions were asked about positive models for accessible healthcare in four areas: office structure, staff …
Interdisciplinary Collaboration In A Psychiatric Treatment Setting : A Project Based Upon An Investigation At Bradley Hospital, Riverside, Rhode Island, Timothy John Albro
Interdisciplinary Collaboration In A Psychiatric Treatment Setting : A Project Based Upon An Investigation At Bradley Hospital, Riverside, Rhode Island, Timothy John Albro
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This purpose of this exploratory, qualitative study was to explore interdisciplinary collaboration as experienced by clinicians in a psychiatric hospital setting, where collaboration is a routine part of mental health treatment. This study examined how individual practitioners brought their unique theoretical and personal perspectives to their work, and how interdisciplinary collaboration shaped their own clinical thinking and actions. The subjects in this research were social workers, psychiatrists, and psychologists, working in clinical roles at Bradley Psychiatric Hospital for Children and Adolescents in Riverside, RI.; they were divided into two focus groups, each meeting for one and a half hours. Questions …
Measuring The Cultural Competence Of Hospice Social Workers Using The Multicultural Counseling Self-Efficacy Scale-Racial Diversity Form, Revised Version For Use In Hospice Settings, Jessica Moore Begans
Measuring The Cultural Competence Of Hospice Social Workers Using The Multicultural Counseling Self-Efficacy Scale-Racial Diversity Form, Revised Version For Use In Hospice Settings, Jessica Moore Begans
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Although about 40% of American deaths occur in hospice care, and although social workers are members of nearly all hospice teams, there is scant research on the cross-cultural practices and competence of hospice social workers. Before this study, no self-report cultural competence scale was available to measure the perceived cultural competence skills of hospice social workers. To address this issue, a validated cross-cultural competence scale, the Multicultural Counseling Self-Efficacy Scale – Racial Diversity (Sheu, 2005) was modified to reflect the functions of hospice social workers. The revised scale (Begans, 2011) was completed by 33 hospice social workers in a New …
The Use Of Art In The Therapeutic Setting By Graduate Level Clinicians, Alison Ruth Kemple
The Use Of Art In The Therapeutic Setting By Graduate Level Clinicians, Alison Ruth Kemple
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This exploratory descriptive study surveyed clinicians and art therapists about their use of art in the therapeutic setting. The survey was done online eliciting both responses to a questionnaire and also collecting brief narrative elaborations of participants' questionnaire answers in dialogue boxes. A significant finding is that clinicians and art therapists who participated in this study reported the use of art in a myriad of clinical locations and types of practices, as well as using art for various mental/ emotional difficulties. One unexpected finding is that some participants were adamant in their opinions that art therapy should not be used …