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Predictors Of Client Completion For A Long-Term Christian-Based Residential Addiction Treatment Program, Dena Carol Carey, Marianne Louise Grant
Predictors Of Client Completion For A Long-Term Christian-Based Residential Addiction Treatment Program, Dena Carol Carey, Marianne Louise Grant
Theses Digitization Project
No abstract provided.
Poverty In Thailand: Causes And Solutions, Nuntaporn Artontammakun
Poverty In Thailand: Causes And Solutions, Nuntaporn Artontammakun
Theses Digitization Project
Poverty has been reduced substantially, but most poverty reducing programs have raised other problems out of poverty. This paper outlines the principal causes of poverty in an emerging nation-Thailand. It presents strategies for reducing the level of poverty.
Social Welfare Policy And The Crisis Of Hunger, Karen Bolesworth, Susan Tufts
Social Welfare Policy And The Crisis Of Hunger, Karen Bolesworth, Susan Tufts
Theses Digitization Project
The Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 has lead to reduced welfare assistance to the needy. This thesis analyzes how families have become increasingly homeless and hungry during the welfare reform years.
The Impact Of Siblings And Parenting Style On Social Skill Development In Young Adult Females, Genevieve Cordero Arca
The Impact Of Siblings And Parenting Style On Social Skill Development In Young Adult Females, Genevieve Cordero Arca
Theses Digitization Project
"The purpose of the current study was to examine the effects of parenting style and having vs. not having siblings on social skill development."
Public Safety Internship Program At The Riverside Community College District, Robert Patrick Curtin
Public Safety Internship Program At The Riverside Community College District, Robert Patrick Curtin
Theses Digitization Project
The focus of this study was to design, implement, and evaluate a community college based program that utilizes contextual teaching and learning methods that will prepare completers for careers in public safety.
Development Of A Life Science Curriculum For Kindergarten And First Grade Reflecting The Theories Of Multiple Intelligence And Brain-Based Learning, Barbara Jean Dudeck
Development Of A Life Science Curriculum For Kindergarten And First Grade Reflecting The Theories Of Multiple Intelligence And Brain-Based Learning, Barbara Jean Dudeck
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this project was to address the need for making the subject matter of life science accessible to all kindergarten and first grade students.
Promoting Listening Strategies Use In Elementary English As A Foreign Language Computer-Assisted Learning Environment, Makiko Kojima
Promoting Listening Strategies Use In Elementary English As A Foreign Language Computer-Assisted Learning Environment, Makiko Kojima
Theses Digitization Project
In Japan, English education in elementary schools is still in the process of innovation. The purpose of this project is to seek the most appropriate and effective way for elementary-level students to acquire listening skills in a computer-assisted language learning (CALL) environment.
Elder Care Based Work-Family Conflict: Antecedents And Outcomes, Jaime Lynn Barrah
Elder Care Based Work-Family Conflict: Antecedents And Outcomes, Jaime Lynn Barrah
Theses Digitization Project
Examing the antecedents and outcomes of elder care based work-family conflict, - presenting family interference with work and work interference with family as major components.
Ethnic Identity Formation And Self Esteem In Adolescents Of Mexican Descent, Barbara Jean Hale
Ethnic Identity Formation And Self Esteem In Adolescents Of Mexican Descent, Barbara Jean Hale
Theses Digitization Project
A survey of four classes of ELD (English language deficient) students of Mexican descent was performed at Rancho Verde High School, Moreno Valley, CA in March, 2001 in an attempt to determine whether adolescents of Mexican descent who develop an identity close to their Mexican roots have higher levels of self-esteem than those who develop an identity close to their American experience.
The Effect Of Substance Abuse On Nonverbal Emotional Expressiveness, Amy Lee Gnade
The Effect Of Substance Abuse On Nonverbal Emotional Expressiveness, Amy Lee Gnade
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to compare nonverbal emotional expressiveness between substance users and nonsubstance users.
Religion And Spirituality In Social Work Practice With Older Adults: A Survey Of Social Workers, Elizabeth Antoinette Fraser
Religion And Spirituality In Social Work Practice With Older Adults: A Survey Of Social Workers, Elizabeth Antoinette Fraser
Theses Digitization Project
No abstract provided.
An Instance Of The Trade Between The United States And Latin America Applied To The Playground Industry, Nathalie Sandra Labre
An Instance Of The Trade Between The United States And Latin America Applied To The Playground Industry, Nathalie Sandra Labre
Theses Digitization Project
This project presents the marketing strategy that should be developed in order to be successful in the Latin American market. Therefore, it is necessary to analyze the market's opportunities and threats linked to the customers/consumers expectations by using the SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats) analysis.
Impact Of Corporate Casual Wear On Productivity In The Workplace, Joe Luis Hernandez
Impact Of Corporate Casual Wear On Productivity In The Workplace, Joe Luis Hernandez
Theses Digitization Project
In today's workplace there are many reasons why businesses are encouraging their workforce to dress in a more casual manner. Personnel within the workforce who dress casually report improvements ranging from morale to customer relations after the implementation of more relaxed dress codes. It will also be necessary to consider whether or not business casual dress facilitates the tearing down of social and communication barriers.
Perceived Social Support: Its Impact On Length Of Sobriety, Carol Richert Guy
Perceived Social Support: Its Impact On Length Of Sobriety, Carol Richert Guy
Theses Digitization Project
This study examined the relationship between perceived social support and length of sobriety. In particular this study investigated whether higher reports of perceived social support had an effect on an individual's length of sobriety. Sixty-seven male and female residents of an inpatient alcohol and drug treatment center participated in this study.
I Don't Know Why It's Funny, But I'Ll Laugh Anyway: Analysis Of Feigned Laughter In The Context Of Face-Threatening-Utterances, Dirkson Christopher Lee
I Don't Know Why It's Funny, But I'Ll Laugh Anyway: Analysis Of Feigned Laughter In The Context Of Face-Threatening-Utterances, Dirkson Christopher Lee
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this thesis is to reveal some of the behavioral characteristics of a specific type of laughter that I term "feigned laughter," and how it is used in the context of face-threatening-utterances (FTUs), or utterances that threaten the face needs of an individual.
An Exploration Of Family Of Origin Violence, Shaming, And Insecure Attachment Styles In Men Who Batter, Larissa Alexandra Elias
An Exploration Of Family Of Origin Violence, Shaming, And Insecure Attachment Styles In Men Who Batter, Larissa Alexandra Elias
Theses Digitization Project
This was an exploratory study designed to better understand the extent to which domestic batterers have experienced exposure to family of origin violence, shaming by a parent, and developed insecure attachment styles during childhood.
Compiling A Checklist Guide For English Language Development Curricular Programs, Carrie Lynn Martin
Compiling A Checklist Guide For English Language Development Curricular Programs, Carrie Lynn Martin
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study is to create a curricular checklist guide that facilitates quality instruction for elementary level, grades K-6, second language learners.
Getting Injured Workers Back To Work: A Descriptive Study Of The Integrated Work Program Success At Rehabilitation Technology Works, Waldtraut Jedamski
Getting Injured Workers Back To Work: A Descriptive Study Of The Integrated Work Program Success At Rehabilitation Technology Works, Waldtraut Jedamski
Theses Digitization Project
This is a descriptive study of the experience that some workers had with the Integrated Work Program at Rehabilitation Technology Works describing the rate of successful return-to-work injuried employees and if the worker continued to stay at this job or been re-injured.
Influences On The Perceived Reasonableness Of Employment Testing Accommodations For Persons With Disabilities, Bridget Ann Styers
Influences On The Perceived Reasonableness Of Employment Testing Accommodations For Persons With Disabilities, Bridget Ann Styers
Theses Digitization Project
The present study examined how the origin of an applicant's disability, the status of the job he/she was applying for and the level of test accommodation provided, influenced a participant's perception of what was a reasonable pre-employment testing accommodation. Additionally, how attributes of organizationsal members, such as age, education level and knowledge of ADA law influenced reasonableness of accommodation were examined.
The Case Of Food Lion Versus Abc News: The Anatomy Of A Public Relations Crisis And The Use Of Counter-Attack Strategies, Steven Duanef Case
The Case Of Food Lion Versus Abc News: The Anatomy Of A Public Relations Crisis And The Use Of Counter-Attack Strategies, Steven Duanef Case
Theses Digitization Project
As the popularity of news magazine format television programs increase, companies can find themselves in the middle of a public relations crisis. Although a very attractive alternative, counter-attack public relations can be very dangerous and have serious repercussions if not handled properly.
Computer-Assisted Project-Based Learning In English For Specific Purposes, Chanmi Moon
Computer-Assisted Project-Based Learning In English For Specific Purposes, Chanmi Moon
Theses Digitization Project
The aim of this project is to address the need for effective English learning and develop an English curriculum which practically meets learners' needs. The project is for students who study business English in Korean community college. This project presents effectiveness of English learning in the content concerning with English for specific purposes, project-based learning, cooperative learning, computer-assisted language learning, and technological literacy. These ideas are incorporated into the project to develop the unit, Creating a Company, which consists of six lesson plans.
Intimacy Perceptions & Sexual Attitudes Of Recovering Alcoholics, Kathy Caviness Fair
Intimacy Perceptions & Sexual Attitudes Of Recovering Alcoholics, Kathy Caviness Fair
Theses Digitization Project
This study's objective was to research viewpoints on intimacy and sexuality among recovering alcholics.
Interdisciplinary Team Perceptions Of Efficacy In The Workplace And With Client Families, Eugenia Arlene Turner
Interdisciplinary Team Perceptions Of Efficacy In The Workplace And With Client Families, Eugenia Arlene Turner
Theses Digitization Project
This constructivist study examined the perceptions that an interdisciplinary team has about themselves in the work setting and during fieldwork interactions while working with client families. Twelve staff members of a program that provides supportive services for the families of severely handicapped children responded to a bank of fifteen questions in an effort to examine the relationship between team members perceptions of their roles and how those perceptions affect their job performance and satisfaction.
Why Older Adults Seek Employment: An Examination Of The Differing Motivations Among Subgroups, Lui Ping Loi
Why Older Adults Seek Employment: An Examination Of The Differing Motivations Among Subgroups, Lui Ping Loi
Theses Digitization Project
The underlying assumption of this thesis was that different subgroups of older adults have different motivations for seeking employment.
Healthcare Providers' Experience Of Chronic Grief In A Pediatric Subacute Facility, William Andrew Sacks
Healthcare Providers' Experience Of Chronic Grief In A Pediatric Subacute Facility, William Andrew Sacks
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was: (1) to evaluate the level of grief experienced by healthcare providers in a pediatric subacute facility, (2) to compare the levels of grief between different groups of healthcare providers (Certified Nurses' Aides, Licensed Nurses, and Respiratory Care Practitioners), and (3) to describe the personality/demographic factors that influence a healthcare provider's ability to cope effectively with compound grief.
Attitudes And Practices Of Corporal Punishment With Ethnicity And Religiosity As Predictive Variables, Denise Rodriguez, Allen Kay Sackett
Attitudes And Practices Of Corporal Punishment With Ethnicity And Religiosity As Predictive Variables, Denise Rodriguez, Allen Kay Sackett
Theses Digitization Project
This study explores the relationship between ethnicity and level of religiosity, and parental or caregiver practices of physical punishment as a discipline style.
Job Satisfaction For Rehabilitation Counselors, Louis Dudash Iv
Job Satisfaction For Rehabilitation Counselors, Louis Dudash Iv
Theses Digitization Project
Research reveals that rehabilitation counselors who are satisfied with their work environment tend to be more effective and have increased productivity. Rehabilitation counselors work with persons with disabilities to assist them in maximizing their ability to live independently in their communities.
Virtual Online Stock Trading System, Tao Zhu
Virtual Online Stock Trading System, Tao Zhu
Theses Digitization Project
Stock trading provides a relatively low risk and hassle free channel for people to invest, when compared with other methods. However, it is unfortunate that, for those other people who may be equally interested and financially able in stock trading, they have yet to experience the simplicity of, and the wealth accumulated from stock investments. Reasons for their hesitation to be involved in stock trading vary; but primarily it is due to their lack of experience in trading.
Development Of Russian Commercial Banks And Financial Crisis Of 1998, Anna Barc
Development Of Russian Commercial Banks And Financial Crisis Of 1998, Anna Barc
Theses Digitization Project
This report describes the development of commercial banks in Russia and role of government and Central Bank in advance of Russian financial system.
A Comparison Study: Self-Report Of Verbal Abuse And Dependent/Insecure Personality Traits By Particpants [Sic] In Court Mandated Domestic Violence Treatment, Rosemary Jane Ferris
A Comparison Study: Self-Report Of Verbal Abuse And Dependent/Insecure Personality Traits By Particpants [Sic] In Court Mandated Domestic Violence Treatment, Rosemary Jane Ferris
Theses Digitization Project
This project examined existing data that measured whether men who completed court-mandated group treatment for domestic violence have lower measures of non-physical violence and dependent/insecure personality traits than their still enrolled counterparts. The data review used two anonymous self-report instruments: The Non-Physical Abuse of Partner Scale (NPAPS) and The Dependency and Insecurity in Romantic Love Scale (DIRLS).