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Unleashing Kids' Potential: What Parents, Grandparents, And Teachers Need To Know, Karen A. Waldron

Faculty Authored and Edited Books & CDs

Unleashing Kids' Potential turns research into reality. Dr. Waldron shows parents, grandparents, step-parents, and other adults how to have more fun with children and teens, solve family problems, and develop a lifetime of open communication. Dr. Waldron (who teaches children, young adults, and graduate students) shares practical lessons on ways teachers and parents can work together so children become Winners.The author of this beneficial book is a talented storyteller, weaving humorous and poignant anecdotes about real people's successes at home and school.

The Use Of F-Wave And Sural Potential In The Diagnosis Of Subclincal Diabetic Neuropathy In Saudi Patients, Taha S. Ahmed, Mohammed O. Mekki, Mohammad M. Kabiraj, Hossain K. Reza

Neurosciences

OBJECTIVE: To compare nerve conduction parameters in asymptomatic diabetic patients and with no clinical signs of neuropathy and in control subjects. METHODS: Forty-eight diabetic Saudi subjects (20 males, 28 females) and 48 age-and-sex-matched control subjects were studied. The mean age of patients +/- standard deviation was 45.6+/-11.7 years. The mean duration of diabetes from time of diagnosis was 10.8+/-3.1 years, and their mean fasting plasma glucose was 8.5+/-0.9 mmol/l. Nerve conduction studies were performed on the right lower limb. RESULTS: In diabetic patients the tibial and peroneal nerve conduction velocity values were 48.6+/-4.7 and 46.3+/-5.2 m/s. They were not significantly …

Accidental Injuries During Muslim Pilgrimage, Al-Sharif M. Al-Harthi, Mohammed Al-Harbi

Neurosciences

OBJECTIVE: The diseases that occur during Hajj are a unique medical problem. The aim of this study is to highlight the incidence, the type and the early surgical management of trauma during the Hajj period. METHODS: A prospective study was carried out during a 15 day-period conducted in two parts in the emergency room, and a follow-up of the admitted patients in the surgical department. RESULTS: The number of trauma cases who attended the emergency department was 713 patients, 248 patients were admitted in different surgical departments, together with the intensive-care unit. Sixty-five percent of the patients were discharged from …

Anti-Prostitution Zones: Justifications For Abolition, Sandra L. Moser

Journal of Criminal Law and Criminology

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Drug Court Model As A Response To Broken Windows Criminal Justice For The Homeless Mentally Ill, Jennifer Hodulik

Journal of Criminal Law and Criminology

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Throwing Away The Key On Society's Youngest Sex Offenders, Alison G. Turoff

Journal of Criminal Law and Criminology

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The Back-Door To Prison: Waiver Reform, Blended Sentencing, And The Law Of Unintended Consequences, Marcy R. Podkopacz, Barry C. Feld

Journal of Criminal Law and Criminology

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Fisher Goes On The Quintessential Fishing Expedition And Hubbell Is Off The Hook, H. Richard Uviller

Journal of Criminal Law and Criminology

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Stenberg V. Carhart: Women Retain Their Right To Choose, Janeen F. Berkowitz

Journal of Criminal Law and Criminology

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The Tailoring Of Statutory Bubble Zones: Balancing Free Speech And Patient's Rights, Kristen G. Cowan

Journal of Criminal Law and Criminology

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One For The Price Of Two: How The Supreme Court Got It Half Right In Ramdass V. Angelone, Christopher Varas

Journal of Criminal Law and Criminology

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Book Review

Journal of Criminal Law and Criminology

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Sentencing Eddie, Gerard E. Lynch

Journal of Criminal Law and Criminology

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Miranda's Exceptions In A Post-Dickerson World, Susan R. Klein

Journal of Criminal Law and Criminology

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Opaque Recklessness, Kimberly Kessler Ferzan

Journal of Criminal Law and Criminology

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Examining The Boundaries Of Hate Crime Law: Disabilities And The Dilemma Of Difference, Ryken Grattet, Valerie Jenness

Journal of Criminal Law and Criminology

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Evidence Handed To The Irs Criminal Division On A Civil Platter: Constitutional Infringements On Taxpayers, Amanda A. Cochran

Journal of Criminal Law and Criminology

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Mitigating The Dangers Of Capital Convictions Based On Eyewitness Testimony Through Treason's Two-Witness Rule, Monika Jain

Journal of Criminal Law and Criminology

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Book Review

Journal of Criminal Law and Criminology

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The Renewal Of Insight: Exhibition Of Painting And Calligraphy, Chu Chen-Nan

Theses

The thesis, The Renewal of Insight: Exhibition of Painting and Calligraphy by Chu Chen-Nan, explores the intimate relationship between Chinese painting and calligraphy, emphasizing their shared origins and intertwined development. Chu Chen-Nan reflects on how Chinese calligraphy, with its expressive use of brush and ink, plays a crucial role in both artistic creation and the appreciation of visual arts. Drawing inspiration from traditional Chinese masters, Chu aligns his work with the idea that both painting and calligraphy emphasize qualities like structure, speed, and dignity, rather than solely focusing on representational accuracy.

Throughout the thesis, Chu explores the contrast and …

"Well Rounded", Kathleen E. Osterwise-Keohane

Theses

This thesis, "Well Rounded," by Kathleen E. Osterwise-Keohane, explores the intersection of life experiences, creativity, and artistic expression. The author reflects on how her upbringing, shaped by a creative mother and a scientific father, fostered her interdisciplinary approach to art. From childhood crafts to digital media and biological studies, these diverse influences have inspired her eclectic body of work. The thesis showcases her evolution as an artist, emphasizing themes of personal growth, the influence of social relationships, and the integration of traditional and modern techniques. The work culminates in a celebration of varied artistic exploration.

Developing A Viable Intranet Site, Wendy C, Glidden

Theses

This thesis will focus on establishing consistent guidelines in developing a successful corporate intranet website.

Office intranets are often neglected due to popularity of electronic commerce, and the company's investment in their public website. Standard instructions on how to develop a viable intranet site are not easily found and not likely taught.

With intranet development being a relatively new field, site expectations are very subjective. A site's perceived correctness largely depends on specific goals an organization has established for its site. There are generally high expectations and low budgets for intranets and if usability goals are not kept close at …

A Directorial View Of Tennessee Williams' Suddenly Last Summer, John Vullo

Theses

The nucleus of my thesis will be the direction of "Suddenly Last Summer'', by Tennessee Williams. This play will be performed under my direction for The St. Charles Theatre Company on October 27 and 28, November 3 and 4, 2000. "Suddenly Last Summer'' was first introduced to the public at the York Theatre, in New York City, on January 7, 1958.

It is my intent to present my own interpretation of this play and document my process of directing it in a community theatre environment. This becomes even more interesting to me because, although the St. Charles Theatre Company has …

The Correlation Between Family Adaptability Scores And Adolescent Incarceration, Katherine P. Richard

Theses

Adolescent crimes continue to climb in number and level of violence despite efforts to curtail them. Little research has been done on the impact of family interaction styles on adolescent crime. This study attempts to confirm or disconfirm the hypothesis that adolescents who are incarcerated are more likely to score their families as having a rigid family interaction style based on the FACES III adaptability scale than adolescents who are not incarcerated. The family adaptability scores of approximately 50 adolescents in a midwestern lock down facility were compared to those of approximately 50 students selected from a midwestern church and …

Fitness And The Elderly, David B. Mingo

Theses

Statistics show the American population is aging at an explosive rate. The correlation between fitness and the aging process is once again becoming a ripe area for study. Previous studies show that fitness can improve quality of life and health for the elderly. A new defined category of seniors known as the young-old has emerged. This category is comprised of seniors that range in age from 55- 65. This study focuses on the relationship between routine exercise and quality of life issues for the young-old. Subjects for this study were 15 retired military soldiers. Subjects were asked to complete a …

The Relationship Between Early Adolescent Self-Esteem And Peer Relationship Problems, Nancy L. Woods

Theses

Peer relationships and self-esteem among early adolescents, as well as the relationship between the two, have been studied by various researchers in the past. The purpose of this correlational study was to determine the strength of the relationship between early adolescents' peer relationship problems and self: esteem. Specifically, this research studied early adolescents in grades five through eight in one suburban, White, middle class elementary school and three suburban, White, middle class junior high schools. Students completed the Self-Esteem Index and the Index of Peer Relations. Pearson correlations that were performed to analyze the data suggested a negatively-associated, linear, and …

A Collaboration Between Two Doctors: A Study Of Neil Simon's The Good Doctor, Larry D. Quiggins

Theses

This thesis, titled A Collaboration Between Two Doctors: A Study of Neil Simon's The Good Doctor, explores the creative partnership between Neil Simon and Anton Chekhov through Simon's adaptation of Chekhov's short stories into a theatrical work. Written by Larry D. Quiggins in 2001 as part of an MFA in Theatre: Directing, the study examines the nuances of Simon's play, which combines humor and drama to bring Chekhov's stories to life for contemporary audiences.

The thesis begins by analyzing the nine Chekhov stories Simon adapted, including The Sneeze, The Governess, and Surgery, comparing Simon's modifications to the originals. It highlights …

A Study Of The Development And Performing Of Chinese Classical Drama, Chia-Chih Hu

Theses

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An Activity Book To Teach Primary Skills To Individuals And Families Through Fun Interventions, Toni D. Cole

Theses

This thesis will focus on a new intervention approach that teaches individuals and families the skills needed to cope with life in appropriate ways.

Throughout history there have been many therapeutic theories and approaches that have clinically addressed the issues facing today's individuals and families. Play therapy and the family preservation model are the two theoretical approaches this thesis explores as key components in the design of a new intervention approach that meets the needs of individuals and families in their own environment.

This thesis proposes play therapy techniques that can be utilized by paraprofessionals, taking the teaching approach to …

Pro-Aging Vs. Anti-Aging: A Comparative Study Of Attitudes Toward Older Adults, Vanessa Lee Benavidez

Theses

A comparative study was conducted on the attitudes toward older adults between Counselors and Non Counselors. The participants included 50 Licensed Professional Counselors from the state of Missouri, who are registered members of the American Counseling Association (ACA), and 33 Graduate students from Lindenwood University in Saint Charles, Missouri, who are enrolled in graduate programs unrelated to professional counseling. The participants completed a demographic questionnaire and the Facts on Aging Quiz' (FAQl). The demographic questionnaire contained personal data, and the FAQ 1 measured attitudes and knowledge in five areas: correct answer, negative bias, positive bias, neutral, and don't know. The …