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A Curriculum Implementation For The Teaching Of Creative Writing In High School Communication Skills, Joyce Reynolds

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Joyce Reynolds’ thesis presents a structured curriculum for an elective creative writing course designed for high school students in grades 10 through 12. The study emphasizes the importance of communication skills in education and argues that creative writing fosters self-expression, critical thinking, and intellectual development. The curriculum is designed to balance both the pleasure of writing and the development of essential writing skills, ensuring students engage meaningfully with their work.

The project outlines course objectives, class routines, unit structure, and methods for fostering a supportive classroom environment. Reynolds highlights the role of creativity in education, discussing its psychological foundations and …

Counseling For Older Adults: A Study Of Its Importance And Effectiveness, Suzanne Gram

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An Investigation Into The Effects Of Gloss And Smoothness On Legibility, Donald Perlman

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This study on legibility takes a different approach than the studies that precede it. Standardized test targets (ISO Characters) were used as the measurement device instead of the various means used previously. This was done to keep the test more objective. Twelve papers of different gloss and smoothness values were tested with two groups--college students and senior citizens. These experiments were done under controlled conditions with the only variable being the paper. The average results from the legibility readings were correlated against the physical properties of the paper samples. The results of this study showed a 2 and 4% correlation …

Body Analysis: A Self Case Study, Janet N. Riley

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Janet N. Riley’s Body Analysis - A Self Case Study (1977) is an introspective examination of how personal experiences, emotions, and belief structures manifest physically. Drawing from bioenergetic analysis, humanistic therapy, and personal therapeutic experiences, Riley explores the connection between psychological development and bodily expression. She details her journey through psychoanalysis, Transactional Analysis, Gestalt therapy, and body-focused therapeutic approaches, emphasizing how character patterns are embedded in muscular tension and body posture.

Riley identifies two dominant bioenergetic body types in herself—the oral and rigid structures—each reflecting distinct psychological traits. Her oral structure reveals patterns of dependency, longing, and emotional deprivation, while …

A Consciousness Simulation Model, R. Edward Mitchell Jr.

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The thesis titled "A Consciousness Simulation Model" by R. Edward Mitchell (1977) explores the theoretical design of a digital model aimed at simulating human consciousness. The model is structured around a collection of independent processing modules that mimic various human cognitive and emotional processes. These modules include components for thought selection, ego/achievement, memory, and emotion processing, which interact with one another in a fashion that simulates aspects of human thought and behavior.

Mitchell's primary goal is to develop a system that could behave more like a human, particularly in communication and decision-making processes, to improve human-machine interaction. The thesis highlights …

Thermal Decomposition Products Of Kynol And Nomex With Reference To Structure And Toxicity, Shaker H. El-Sherbini

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The purpose of this investigation was to study the combustion products of KYNOL and NOMEX as a fire retardant fibers. From the quantitative analysis data of the combustion products, the polymer structure is discussed and the property of thermal stability is explained.

From the analysis of the combustion products, the toxicity indices for the two fibers are determined. It is found to be 0.1 for KYNOL and 0.71 for NOMEX. This can be interpreted to mean that, if one gram of MIDI, is decomposed and the combustion products were diffused in one cubic meter of air, the probability of dying …

Operation Bookwatch, Vivian Mallison

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Bioenergy And Emotions, Vickie C. Walter

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This thesis explores the concept of bioenergy as an integral force underlying both human physiology and emotional experience. Drawing on a wide range of historical, cultural, and scientific perspectives, the work examines how different traditions and researchers have conceptualized and attempted to measure or influence this subtle energy. The discussion begins with Wilhelm Reich’s notion of “orgone energy,” a vital force he linked to psychological health and emotional regulation. Reich’s controversial theories and experimental devices are considered in the broader context of psychoanalysis and somatic therapy.

The study then traces parallels between Reich’s work and ancient energy systems such as …

Learning Disabilities And Behavior Disorders: How These Problems Can Be Identified Using Standardized Intellectual And Personality Assessments, Myrna Meador

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Healing Within The Magic Circle, Anne Adamcewicz

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Energy, Therapy And Touch Foundation For The Healing Interaction, Michael E. Kanter

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An Outpatient Environment For Fetal Monitoring, Claude Hutcheson Jr

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Animal, Vegetable And Womenal, S. Lee Rothschild

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Mountain, James Kwiatkowski

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Illumination, Charlotte Yale Chamberlain

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Development And Presentation Of A New Graphic Identity System For The Seneca Zoological Society, Patricia Wright

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"Branching From Within": A Program For Persons With Physical Disabilities, Nancy Belohlavek

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"Branching From Within": A Program For Persons With Physical Disabilities, Jenny Ransom

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"Branching From Within" is a counseling and rehabilitation program designed to support individuals with physical disabilities through an integrated therapeutic approach. Developed by Jenny Ransom and Nancy Belohlavek as part of their graduate studies at Lindenwood Colleges, the program combines counseling, guided imagery, relaxation training, and altered states of consciousness techniques to help clients adjust to their disabilities, enhance self-confidence, and improve overall well-being.

The thesis details the program’s development, administration, and research findings, emphasizing its holistic approach to therapy. Clients participated in structured sessions incorporating behavioral self-monitoring, journaling, and relaxation techniques, showing improvements in emotional resilience, pain management, and …

Sunshine Outpost, Nez Smith

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"Sunshine Outpost" by Nez Smith presents a comprehensive thesis integrating historical, cultural, and conceptual perspectives on mental health care with the proposal for a community-based mental health center in North Hollywood, California. Rooted in the author's academic journey and personal commitment to community service, the document explores the evolution of mental health treatment, from ancient spiritual interpretations to modern-day community psychiatry. It highlights key developments such as moral treatment in the 19th century, the rise and fall of state institutions, and the legislative reforms of the 20th century, including the Short-Doyle Act and the Lanterman-Petris-Short Act in California.

The proposed …

Movement Of Colors And Forms, Sun Young Lee

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The Inter-Relationship Of Therapy And Education Of Parents, Beatrice Nathan

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The thesis titled The Inter-Relationship of Therapy and Education of Parents explores the connection between family therapy and parental education programs. The author, Beatrice Nathan, emphasizes that parent-child dynamics play a crucial role in a child’s emotional and psychological development. By examining different educational programs, such as Parent Effectiveness Training (P.E.T.) and family therapy approaches, Nathan aims to demonstrate how educating parents can help prevent family crises and improve child-rearing practices.

Nathan argues that parents often face challenges in managing their responsibilities and frequently experience anxiety about raising their children in a healthy environment. She highlights various parental education techniques …

Self-Portrait As A Measure Of Self Perception, Susan Lamantia O'Connor

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This thesis, "Self-Portrait as a Measure of Self-Perception" by Susan LaMantia O'Connor, explores how self-portraiture can serve as a therapeutic tool for understanding self-perception. Conducted with police officers as subjects, the study employs an art therapy exercise involving three self-portraits: one of the self, one with the primary family, and one with a significant individual. Each drawing provides insight into how participants perceive themselves, their relationships, and their emotions. The exercise allows for a departure from traditional verbal assessments, aiming to reveal deeper psychological insights through visual expression. Key elements analyzed include figure stance, line quality, motion, color, and detail, …

Can Utilization Of Non-Licensed Nursing Technicians Reduce Costs In Hospital Critical Care Units?, Shari Erikson Pollard

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This thesis investigates whether utilizing non-licensed nursing technicians in hospital critical care units can reduce costs without compromising patient care quality. The study focuses on Prince George’s General Hospital and Medical Center's Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and Coronary Care Unit (CCU), analyzing staffing patterns, personnel costs, and patient care demands.

The research includes a review of literature, interviews with healthcare professionals, and a survey of hospitals in the Baltimore-Washington region and other East Coast cities. The findings highlight the escalating costs of healthcare, with personnel expenses accounting for a significant portion. Survey results reveal that 43% of hospitals in the …

Psychotherapy For Overeaters: The Category Experiential Directive Method, A. Jesse Ivanhoe

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The Effect Of Emotions And Psychotherapeutic Relationships On Vision, Lawrence Uman

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Large numbers of people in our society are affected by visual problems. Visual problems are generally held to be the result of heredity, disease, or the structural condition of the eye itself. This study explores a fourth factor, the effect of emotions in visual performance.

This study hypothesizes that the emotional state of the person affects vision. Secondly, changes in the emotional condition of the person will result in changes in vision. Thirdly, changes in vision will in turn affect the personality.

The data to explore this hypothesis was obtained through a review of the literature in the area of …

The Spiritual Dimensions Of Nursing Care, Shirley H. Wipfler

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The Spiritual Dimensions of Nursing Care by Shirley H. Wipfler explores the often-overlooked role of spirituality in holistic patient care. Submitted as a Master’s thesis to Lindenwood Colleges in 1977, the work addresses a critical gap in conventional medical and nursing practices, emphasizing that true healing must consider not only the body and mind but also the spirit. Wipfler argues that the spiritual needs of patients are frequently neglected, typically relegated to clergy, and rarely integrated into treatment plans.

The thesis is structured into three main parts. The first explores the characteristics, functions, and laws of the human spirit, referencing …

A Survey Of Attitudes Of Nurse Anesthetists And Anesthesiologists, Leah E. Katz

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Having been a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist for over 10 years, functioning both as a practitioner and as an educator, I have become very aware of many problems facing my profession. These problems are frequently discussed by physicians and nurses in the work situation as well as in the political arena. Until this time there has been no formal study of these problems.

In my study of interpersonal conflict related to the field of health care administration, I became aware that one method of solving conflict entailed utilization of opinions of the conflicting groups in order to reach a mutual …

An Analysis Of Revenue-Producing Departments Versus Non-Revenue Departments, Bobby G. Johnson

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Art, Dream And Spontaneity, Karen Schory

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Symbol Making And The Creative Process, Paula Pate

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