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The Effect Of Virtual Simulation On The Development Of Basic Counseling Skills, Self-Reported Immersion Experience, Self-Reported Counselor Self-Efficacy, And Self-Reported Anxiety Of Counselors-In-Training, Olivia Uwamahoro
Electronic Theses and Dissertations
There is a high need for competent professional counselors because of the increasing number of children and adults presenting mental health concerns each year in the United States (National Institute of Mental Health, 2012). Counselor educators are tasked with the duty of preparing counselors-in-training (CITs) to be competent clinicians. In order for counseling professionals to be considered competent clinicians, they must demonstrate competence in three domains: (a) knowledge, (b) skills, and (c) behavior (ACA, 2014; CACREP, 2009). The goal of this study was to contribute to further understanding the most effective instructional approach to facilitating role play while instructing pre-practicum …
Family Care Giver Knowledge, Patient Illness Characteristics, And Unplanned Hospital Admissions In Older Adults With Cancer, Patricia Geddie
Family Care Giver Knowledge, Patient Illness Characteristics, And Unplanned Hospital Admissions In Older Adults With Cancer, Patricia Geddie
Electronic Theses and Dissertations
Unplanned hospital admissions (UHA) in older adult populations are a recurring problem in older adults with cancer. Older adults comprise approximately 60% of cancer diagnoses and receive the majority of cancer treatment. However, little is known about why older adults under treatment for cancer experience a high number of unplanned hospital admissions. A review of the literature provided few study findings and a gap in the current knowledge was identified regarding the factors associated with unplanned hospital admissions in older adults under treatment for cancer. A conceptual framework based on the literature and this researcher's clinical experienced guided this study. …
The Helping Professional Wellness Discrepancy Scale (Hpwds): Development And Validation, Ashley Blount
The Helping Professional Wellness Discrepancy Scale (Hpwds): Development And Validation, Ashley Blount
Electronic Theses and Dissertations
Wellness is an integral component of the helping professions (Myers & Sweeney, 2005; Witmer, 1985). Specifically, wellness is included in ethical codes, suggestions for practice, and codes of conduct throughout counseling, psychology, and social work fields (see American Counseling Association Code of Ethics, 2014; American Psychological Association Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct, 2010; National Association of Social Workers Code of Ethics, 1996). Even so, wellness in helping professionals is a difficult construct to measure. Thus, the purpose of the research investigation was to develop the Helping Professional Wellness Discrepancy Scale (HPWDS) and examine the psychometric features of …
Collection Development Policy, Social Work, Hal Mendelsohn
Collection Development Policy, Social Work, Hal Mendelsohn
Libraries' Documents
No abstract provided.
Social Work Students' Attitudes And Perceptions About The Affordable Care Act, Yvichess Goddard
Social Work Students' Attitudes And Perceptions About The Affordable Care Act, Yvichess Goddard
HIM 1990-2015
Objectives: Few research studies have analyzed college students' attitudes of health reform caused by the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Specifically, no studies exist looking at undergraduate and graduate social work students' views on current health reform. The study will ask two questions: (1) What do Social Work students know about the components and potential impacts of the ACA, and (2) Are there any characteristics of students associated with their level of knowledge or attitudes about the Act? Methods: A 53-item survey questionnaire inquiring knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions related to health reform and the Affordable Care Act was dispersed to a …
My Child Has What? The Most Effective Means Of Communication When Delivering A Difficult Diagnosis To The Parents Of A Pediatric Patient, Nidhi Sethi
HIM 1990-2015
For the healthcare provider, disclosing a pediatric patient's difficult diagnosis in the form of an acute or chronic condition to the parents is a challenging task. Healthcare providers often feel unprepared when relaying the news of such diagnosis, and the parents feel equally unprepared upon receiving it (Pririe, 2012). This systematic literature review examined the various communication techniques used in the past, and the techniques' effectiveness in increasing parental satisfaction when first learning of the child's diagnosis. A scarce number of studies related to the most effective techniques were found in the literature, and even fewer were found that evaluated …
The Subject Librarian Newsletter, Social Work, Fall 2014, Hal Mendelsohn
The Subject Librarian Newsletter, Social Work, Fall 2014, Hal Mendelsohn
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No abstract provided.
Panua Partners In Hope, Naivasha, Kenya: Legal And Domestic Related Challenges, Keisha Holman
Panua Partners In Hope, Naivasha, Kenya: Legal And Domestic Related Challenges, Keisha Holman
HIM 1990-2015
The complexities of issues existing in Kenya create a domino effect directly affecting not only the effective management and economic growth of Kenya, but also social and legislative constraints to the lower socioeconomic classes. Land dispossession, proof of ownership to property and nationality are ongoing troubling issues affecting increased orphans and vulnerable children (OVC) in Kenya, most noticeably within predominantly poverty stricken rural enclaves. This research focuses on the bold move of stakeholders of Trinity United Methodist Church in Naivasha, Kenya partnering with First United Methodist Church of Winter Park, Orlando, United States of America. In 2010, they conceptualized Panua …
Recidivism Prevention Through Prosocial Support: A Systematic Review Of Empirical Research, Kimber Mcdaniel
Recidivism Prevention Through Prosocial Support: A Systematic Review Of Empirical Research, Kimber Mcdaniel
HIM 1990-2015
Of the 700 offenders that are released from prison each year, seven in ten will be rearrested. There are a number of barriers face by released offenders that inhibit their successful reentry. These barriers include: mental health illness, limited work experience, lower education, substance abuse, lack of transportation, homelessness and poverty strain of family ties and/or close relationships. This paper explores the impact of social support on recidivism rates through a systematic review of the literature surrounding prosocial support. The implications for social work practice and research are also discussed.
Social Work Student Perceptions Of Labor Trafficking, Margaret Mulhern
Social Work Student Perceptions Of Labor Trafficking, Margaret Mulhern
HIM 1990-2015
Human Trafficking in Florida is a growing issue that affects individuals and communities on a micro, mezzo, and macro level. Although legislative efforts and changes in agency policies have raised awareness about this problem, limited awareness and research examines awareness of labor trafficking as one form of human trafficking. This exploratory-descriptive study used a convenience sampling technique to explore the perceptions of 45 Bachelors (BSW) and Masters (MSW) level social work students on the prevalence and nature of labor trafficking. The findings from the research show students have a general idea of labor trafficking and believe in equal access to …
Social Work Student's Perceptions Of Womens' Roles In The Military, Nichole Restivo
Social Work Student's Perceptions Of Womens' Roles In The Military, Nichole Restivo
HIM 1990-2015
Women have continually become more visible in the military. With the recent changes that now allow women to participate in direct combat occupations, various questions and concerns emerge about how the public perceives these new role changes for women. This exploratory-descriptive study examined the perceptions of 50 University social work student's (B.S.W. and M.S.W.) about women's roles in the military. This research was conducted using Qualtrics.com, and included demographic questions. Frequencies, chi-squares and cross tabulations were used to examine relationships between variables. The results indicated that although no significant relationship between these variables was found, other possible considerations on the …
Native American And Alaskan Native Youth Suicide, Emily Yurasek
Native American And Alaskan Native Youth Suicide, Emily Yurasek
HIM 1990-2015
Indigenous populations in the U.S. have been suffering from a youth suicide epidemic for decades. The epidemic and risk factors associated with it can be connected to the mistreatment of Native Americans throughout history which has caused their communities to suffer from numerous inequalities such as poverty, inadequate housing, loss of land, and destruction of culture. Using the concepts of biopolitics, post-colonialism, and structural violence, I argue that the social and political institutions forced upon Native American communities have led to increased alcohol and drug abuse, poverty, and disempowerment, all important factors that aid in the youth suicide epidemic. I …
University Of Central Florida Undergraduate Catalog, 2014 - 2015, University Of Central Florida
University Of Central Florida Undergraduate Catalog, 2014 - 2015, University Of Central Florida
UCF Catalogs
No abstract provided.
University Of Central Florida Graduate Catalog, 2014 - 2015, University Of Central Florida
University Of Central Florida Graduate Catalog, 2014 - 2015, University Of Central Florida
UCF Catalogs
No abstract provided.
Data Management Survey Handout For Research Computing Day, Cynthia Dancel
Data Management Survey Handout For Research Computing Day, Cynthia Dancel
Libraries' Documents
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In Double Exile: A Memoir, Deborah Beckwin
In Double Exile: A Memoir, Deborah Beckwin
Electronic Theses and Dissertations
In Double Exile: A Memoir examines the life of a family of Ghanaian immigrants and their journeys of acculturation, and the impact of the father's spiraling mental health issues on his family. Through the eyes of their daughter, this thesis briefly explores their lives on the right side of the Atlantic, as medical professionals, and then focuses on the life of their daughter born in America on the left side of the Atlantic. As novelist Georges Simenon has said, "I am at home everywhere, and nowhere. I am never a stranger and I never quite belong." This memoir explores this …
Complete Issue, Volume 33, Issue 2
Complete Issue, Volume 33, Issue 2
Journal of the Association for Communication Administration
This is the complete issue for Volume 33, Issue 2 of the Journal of the Association for Communication Administration.
The Subject Librarian Newsletter, Philosophy, Spring 2014, Richard Harrison
The Subject Librarian Newsletter, Philosophy, Spring 2014, Richard Harrison
Libraries' Newsletters
No abstract provided.
Presence And Characteristics Of Student-Run Free Clinics In Medical Schools, Sunny Smith, Robert Thomas Iii, Michael Cruz, Ryan Griggs, Brittany Moscato, Ashley Ferrara
Presence And Characteristics Of Student-Run Free Clinics In Medical Schools, Sunny Smith, Robert Thomas Iii, Michael Cruz, Ryan Griggs, Brittany Moscato, Ashley Ferrara
Faculty Bibliography 2010s
No abstract provided.
The Use Of Physical Restraints Among Nursing Home Residents: Do Disparities Exist?, Shekinah Fashaw
The Use Of Physical Restraints Among Nursing Home Residents: Do Disparities Exist?, Shekinah Fashaw
HIM 1990-2015
Introduction: The purpose of this study is to examine how nursing home (NH) characteristics, specifically racial composition of nursing homes residents, influences the use of physical restraints. As the population ages and becomes more diverse, it is essential to mitigate/eliminate racial/ethnic disparities in quality care. Methods: This is cross-sectional study using a 2010 national data set from Brown University Center for Gerontology and Healthcare Research. This study employs Donabedian's Structure-Process-Outcome (SPO) conceptual framework. Statistical analysis includes univariate, bivariate, and a logistic regression model. It is hypothesized that nursing homes with higher proportions of black residents, more Medicaid residents, and for-profit …
International Immersion In Counselor Education: A Consensual Qualitative Research Investigation, Sejal M. Barden, Craig S. Cashwell
International Immersion In Counselor Education: A Consensual Qualitative Research Investigation, Sejal M. Barden, Craig S. Cashwell
Faculty Bibliography 2010s
This study used consensual qualitative research methodology to examine the phenomenon of international immersion on counselor education students' (N = 10) development and growth. Seven domains emerged from the data (cultural knowledge, empathy, personal and professional impact, process/reflection, relationships, personal characteristics, and structure). Implications for multicultural education and future research are discussed.
Slaying The Assessment Dragon: One Department’S Efforts To Tame The Beast And Survive As The Knights In Shining Armor, Mary M. Eicholtz, Jay Baglia
Slaying The Assessment Dragon: One Department’S Efforts To Tame The Beast And Survive As The Knights In Shining Armor, Mary M. Eicholtz, Jay Baglia
Journal of the Association for Communication Administration
Assessment looms large across our campuses as an instrument of evaluation, accountability, and development. Communication departments are called on to establish assessment programs for their graduate and undergraduate curriculum programs. Additionally, departments that offer courses in the general education programs are often the first departments approached for assessment of those courses as part of general education assessment. This case study describes the successes and challenges of a communication department’s experience in establishing and maintaining a general education assessment program of their Basic Oral Communication course. Preliminary data and analysis is included in reporting the outcome of these efforts.
Teaching Communication Ethics As Central To The Discipline, Robert L. Ballard, Leeanne M. Bell Mcmanus, Annette M. Holba, Spoma Jovanovic, Paula S. Tompkins, Lori J. N. Charron, Melba L. Hoffer, Michelle A. Leavitt, Tammy Swenson-Lepper
Teaching Communication Ethics As Central To The Discipline, Robert L. Ballard, Leeanne M. Bell Mcmanus, Annette M. Holba, Spoma Jovanovic, Paula S. Tompkins, Lori J. N. Charron, Melba L. Hoffer, Michelle A. Leavitt, Tammy Swenson-Lepper
Journal of the Association for Communication Administration
Communication ethics as a field of study within the communication discipline has made significant contributions in a variety of areas, including teaching. This paper offers an historical overview of communication ethics, with special attention to four major approaches to pedagogy – ethics in human communication, moral psychology and intuition, a communication ethics framework, and a critical communication ethics pedagogy. For the department seeking to incorporate communication ethics through stand-alone courses or throughout curricula, the authors suggest ways for communication administrators to address questions of desired competencies for communication graduates, and to articulate related learning outcomes. Future recommendations for the field …
An Examination Of School Principals' Moral Reasoning And Decision-Making Along The Principalship Track And Across Years Of Experience, Trent Ling
Electronic Theses and Dissertations
Previous research by Vitton & Wasonga (2009) and Strenth (2013) found public school K-12 principals struggling in the moral reasoning and decision-making measures of the second Defining Issues Test ("DIT-2"). In response to these studies, this research sought to collect, to examine, and to compare DIT-2 data for educational leaders at various stages of the principalship track in an effort to determine and/or to isolate the locus of principals' reported underperformance. The moral reasoning and decision-making of regular-education K-12 public school principals and assistant principals in Florida, and current master's degree students in educational leadership programs at a large public …
Gale Indigenous Peoples: North America, Ucf Libraries
Gale Indigenous Peoples: North America, Ucf Libraries
Technology Fee Funded Projects
The Department of History is requesting $12,085 ($14,085 less a $2,000 cost share from the UCF Libraries) to purchase Gale Indigenous Peoples: North America from Readex, Gale, part of Cengage Learning.
The Subject Librarian Newsletter, History, Spring 2014, Richard Harrison
The Subject Librarian Newsletter, History, Spring 2014, Richard Harrison
Libraries' Newsletters
No abstract provided.
The Subject Librarian Newsletter, Public Administration, Spring 2014, Linda Colding
The Subject Librarian Newsletter, Public Administration, Spring 2014, Linda Colding
Libraries' Newsletters
No abstract provided.
The Subject Librarian Newsletter, Judaic Studies, Spring 2014, Richard Harrison
The Subject Librarian Newsletter, Judaic Studies, Spring 2014, Richard Harrison
Libraries' Newsletters
No abstract provided.
The Subject Librarian Newsletter, Music, Spring 2014, Richard Harrison
The Subject Librarian Newsletter, Music, Spring 2014, Richard Harrison
Libraries' Newsletters
No abstract provided.
The Subject Librarian Newsletter, Communication, Spring 2014, Richard Harrison
The Subject Librarian Newsletter, Communication, Spring 2014, Richard Harrison
Libraries' Newsletters
No abstract provided.