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Release Of Mercury Vapor From Coal Combustion Ash, Loreal V. Heebink, David J. Hassett

EERC Publications, Papers, & Presentations

The long-term stability of mercury in coal combustion by-products (CCBs) was evaluated at ambient and near-ambient temperatures.

Examining Differences In Issues Of Spirituality Between Couples With Children And Voluntarily Childless Couples, Cheryl L. Broneck

Theses and Dissertations

The demographics of the United States are rapidly changing and the traditional nuclear family is no longer considered the norm. Alternative families such as single parents, multi generational families, bi-racial families, nonmarital cohabitation, step families, and gay families are only some of the newly acknowledged family structures emerging. In the 1970s and 1980s the decision to remain voluntarily childless by choice was also seen as an alternative family structure and was researched. Unfortunately, this population is rarely examined today though projections indicate that due to a variety of factors they will probably continue to increase in number. One consistent finding …

An Examination Of Hangover Effects On Pilot Performance, Joanne W. Bates

Theses and Dissertations

The present study investigated the influence of ethanol on aviation performance 10 hours after subjects finished drinking. The results of past studies concerning alcohol hangover effects are conflicting. Some studies have shown that alcohol hangovers affect complex cognitive performance, while other studies have not found effects.

One aim of the present study was to observe hangover effects after strong and medium doses of alcohol with an intervening night of sleep. Furthermore, previous research has found that use of ethanol increased variability in flying performance. This implies that hangover effects influence some pilots more than others. Therefore, this study also examined …

The Negative Halo Effect Of Oppositional Defiant Behaviors On Teacher Ratings Of Adhd: Impact Of Child Gender, David A. Jackson

Theses and Dissertations

This study explored one potential reason for differences in diagnostic rates of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) between genders: teacher-based rating bias. Abikoff, Courtney and Pelham (1993) showed elementary teachers two tapes of a male child in a fourth grade classroom, then had the teachers complete ADHD and ODD rating scales. One tape depicted a normal child; another depicted a child exhibiting either ADHD or ODD behaviors. Rating comparisons from the ADHD v. ODD tapes showed biases: the ADHD tape was rated higher than the ODD tape on ADHD rating scales and lower on ODD rating scales; while the ODD tape …

The Effect Of Alcohol Consumption And Alcohol Expectancy On Women's Responses To A Date Rape Analogue, Beth A. Lewis

Theses and Dissertations

Research indicates that two factors, alcohol consumption and having a sexual assault history, increases a woman's risk of being sexually assaulted; however, the mechanism underlying this relationship is not yet fully understood. The majority of studies in this area of research have relied on self-report data or vignettes studies in which the effect of alcohol is examined by manipulating the content of the character's beverage. The purpose of present study was to better understand the effects of alcohol consumption and sexual assault history on perceptions of sexual assault by conducting a laboratory study in which 80 female participants consumed an …

Socially Defined "Pms", Lora J. Bertelsen

Theses and Dissertations

No agreed upon definition for “PMS” exists. This study was designed to explore the conceptualizations of the expression “PMS” held by college students. It was hoped that results would inform not only assessment and treatment of premenstrual disorders, but also the debate regarding inclusion in future diagnostic and statistical manuals of the American Psychiatric Association.

Participants included 47 college students recruited from Freshman English classes at a small university in the Midwestern United States. Thirty female and 17 male participants were primarily Caucasian (43), single (36), and heterosexual (45). Each participant completed an in-class essay, an adjective checklist, and a …

Reconciliation Of Religious Beliefs And Minority Sexual Orientation, Shawn V. Macdonald

Theses and Dissertations

This study addresses the issue of how gay men and lesbians reconcile conflicts between their religious beliefs and their sexual orientation. Christian faith traditions have commonly rejected minority sexual orientations as sinful, while modem social science has identified these sexual orientations as a normal part of the variety of human experience. This study consists of structured interviews with seven participants who have sought to resolve this conflict in different ways, namely through accepting their sexual orientation and adapting their religious beliefs or through accepting their religious beliefs and seeking to change their sexual orientation. The population includes three lesbians and …

Volume 38, Number 42: July 27, 2001, University Of North Dakota

University Letter Archive

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Volume 38, Number 42: July 27, 2001, University Of North Dakota

University Letter Archive

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Volume 38, Number 41: July 13, 2001, University Of North Dakota

University Letter Archive

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Volume 38, Number 41: July 13, 2001, University Of North Dakota

University Letter Archive

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July- August 2001, University Of North Dakota Alumni Association

ALL: UND Alumni Review Master List

July- August 2001 issue of "The University of North Dakota Alumni Review." 30 pages

Volume 84, Number 4

164th Infantry News: July 2001, 164th Infantry Association

164th Infantry Regiment Publications

July 2001 edition of the 164th Infantry News. A total of 28 pages, containing news articles, event notices, photographs, and personal memories from the veterans of the 164th Infantry Regiment.

Volume 38, Number 39: June 15, 2001, University Of North Dakota

University Letter Archive

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Volume 38, Number 39: June 15, 2001, University Of North Dakota

University Letter Archive

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In Search Of Benedictine Values At A Catholic University: A Historiography Of The University Of Mary., Janet Duppong Auer

Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this study was to determine whether or not the Benedictine values of respect, hospitality, community, service, prayer, and moderation as stated in the Mission Statement of the University of Mary in Bismarck, North Dakota, have been implemented over the past 40 years in student life, curriculum, and instruction. Historiographic research methods were used to identify trends that have existed over a period of time. Data were collected and analyzed for themes and commonalties. Results were discussed in relation to the review of literature. Recommendations were provided based on the results of the study. Five themes were identified …

The Effects Of Child Diagnosis On Teachers' Judgements Of Treatment Acceptability Of Classroom Interventions., Leslie Ann Rowan

Theses and Dissertations

This study investigated the effects of child diagnosis and gender on treatment acceptability. One-hundred-ninety teachers from rural schools read one of four descriptions of a child with behavior problems. The descriptions varied only in terms of the label attached to the child (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, depression, or no diagnosis). Half of the descriptions were of a male child and half were of a female child. Teachers then rated the acceptability of the treatments of positive reinforcement, timeout, and medication using the Abbreviated Acceptability Rating Profile (AARP). It was found that teachers most preferred positive reinforcement, followed …

Solid Phase Microextraction/Thickness-Shear Mode Resonator Determinations Of Petroleum Hydrocarbons In Water., Michelle Applebee

Theses and Dissertations

Investigations leading to the determination of petroleum hydrocarbons in water have been driven by the need to monitor components with known or suspected health risks. Compounds such as benzene and toluene, abundant in fuels, are known to be carcinogenic and genotoxic. While the effects fuels have on endocrine systems are still unknown, there is a great concern on the effects of long-term exposure to both humans and animals. Mature laboratory methods exist for the low-level determination of petroleum hydrocarbons. However, these methods require expensive instrumentation. In this project, an inexpensive, readily field portable sensor using a thickness shear mode resonator …

Personality And The Use Of Coping Resources In Addicted Populations., Linda Ann Winter

Theses and Dissertations

Persons who are in recovery from addiction to alcohol or other drugs are expected to give up what is often their main coping resource: the maladaptive use of an addictive substance. Yet, typically, recovery programs do not contain a formalized stress-management component. This study examines recovering addicts' spontaneous use of adaptive coping resources, as well as exploring the connection between personality and preferred resources. Personality was assessed using the Revised NEO-Personality Inventory. The use of coping resources was assessed using the Coping Resource Inventory. In addition, participants also completed a short demographic questionnaire for exploratory analysis of possible links between …

Volume 38, Number 38: June 1, 2001, University Of North Dakota

University Letter Archive

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Volume 38, Number 38: June 1, 2001, University Of North Dakota

University Letter Archive

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Volume 38, Number 37: May 18, 2001, University Of North Dakota

University Letter Archive

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Volume 38, Number 37: May 18, 2001, University Of North Dakota

University Letter Archive

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Spring Commencement: May 13, 2001, University Of North Dakota

UND Commencement Programs

UND Spring Commencement program from May 13, 2001.

Doctor Of Medicine Commencement: May 12, 2001, University Of North Dakota

UND Commencement Programs

Doctor of Medicine Commencement program from May 12, 2001.

Volume 38, Number 36: May 11, 2001, University Of North Dakota

University Letter Archive

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Volume 38, Number 36: May 11, 2001, University Of North Dakota

University Letter Archive

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Volume 38, Number 35: May 4, 2001, University Of North Dakota

University Letter Archive

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Volume 38, Number 35: May 4, 2001, University Of North Dakota

University Letter Archive

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Journeys Of Preservice Teachers: They All Don't Want To Save The World, Dan Rothermel

Teaching and Learning: The Journal of Natural Inquiry & Reflective Practice

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