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Depression In Korean Immigrant Women, Darin Lee Rorrer
Depression In Korean Immigrant Women, Darin Lee Rorrer
Theses Digitization Project
This study found that the depression levels of Korean immigrant women in the U.S are affected by their education and/or income levels, often stemming from their inability to successfully navigate in the American culture.
Identification Of Effective Outreach Methods For Mental Health Services To The Hispanic Population, Nidia Yamileth Canello
Identification Of Effective Outreach Methods For Mental Health Services To The Hispanic Population, Nidia Yamileth Canello
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to find effective outreach methods to the Hispanic population to empower them to seek mental health services when they need them. Hispanics seek mental health services at a lower rate than mainstream America. This community is the most rapidly growing in San Bernardino County, and lack of early intervention when necessary may have costly consequences to Hispanics and society as a whole.
Seriously Mentally Ill Clients' Perspectives On Substance Use And Treatment, Ann Laverne Jankowski
Seriously Mentally Ill Clients' Perspectives On Substance Use And Treatment, Ann Laverne Jankowski
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to interview individuals with co-occurring disorders, who attend Dual Diagnosis Anonymous groups, to obtain their perspectives on the consequences and effects of substance use on their mental illness and their lives; their participation in and evaluation of treatment, and their willingness to stop, reduce, or continue to abstain from substance use.
The Role Of Assertiveness And Communication In Adolescent Females' Decision To Engage In Risky, Self-Sacrificing Sexual Behavior, Joanne Bernadette Julien
The Role Of Assertiveness And Communication In Adolescent Females' Decision To Engage In Risky, Self-Sacrificing Sexual Behavior, Joanne Bernadette Julien
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to examine the role assertiveness and communication played in the decisions of female teens to engage in risky sexual behavior.
Impact Of Kinship Foster Care On Kinship Caregivers, Oluyemisi Mcmullen
Impact Of Kinship Foster Care On Kinship Caregivers, Oluyemisi Mcmullen
Theses Digitization Project
The focus of this study was to investigate the impact of kinship foster care on kinship care providers in San Bernardino County. This study explored kinship caregiver's perceptions of the impact of an extended period of placement has on the kinship caregiver and their family, the financial impact of caring for the children on the kinship care provider, the stress of coping with any physical mental or emotional problems children may have, and the kinship care providers ability to cope with the demands of the child welfare system.
Parental Substance Abuse Services That Promote Family Reunification Under Adoption And Safe Families Act Timelines, Omeera Qadir
Parental Substance Abuse Services That Promote Family Reunification Under Adoption And Safe Families Act Timelines, Omeera Qadir
Theses Digitization Project
Parents involved in the child welfare system often receive substance abuse services. However, the Adoptions and Safe Families Act (ASFA) time frames for permanency may not be addressing all of the long-term needs of families who are involved within the system. The purpose of this research study was to assess the effectiveness of substance abuse services in promoting family reunification under the ASFA timelines for parents whose children are dependents of the Juvenile Court. The primary information being analyzed was the case files of 50 families who were involved in Riverside County Department of Public Social Services (DPSS), Children's Services …
The Utilization Of Temporary Emergency Protective Custody Orders For At Risk Elder And Dependent Adults: An Exploratory Study, Mary Avitia-Torres
The Utilization Of Temporary Emergency Protective Custody Orders For At Risk Elder And Dependent Adults: An Exploratory Study, Mary Avitia-Torres
Theses Digitization Project
This study discusses how the utilization of temporary emergency protective custody orders would help Adult Protective Services (APS) social workers in San Bernardino County with their modes of interventions. This study sought to identify the gaps and challenges faced by APS social workers and help develop a theory explaining what collaborative efforts are needed by certain agencies in order to deliver effective protective services to endangered elderly and dependent adults. The research site and participants utilized for this study were APS social workers employed in the County of San Bernardino Department of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS) Region One.
Barriers That Affect The Under Utilization Of Mental Health Services Among Foster Children, Haneen Sabah Alghita, Denise Nunez
Barriers That Affect The Under Utilization Of Mental Health Services Among Foster Children, Haneen Sabah Alghita, Denise Nunez
Theses Digitization Project
There are many barriers that interfere with the utilization of mental health services which include instability of the foster child, county/budget restrictions, racial/ethnic inequality, delivery of service, lack of knowledge and understanding of mental health needs, inadequate training on mental health needs for children among foster parents, social worker caseload and lack of communication between Foster Care Social Worker (FCSW) and County Social Worker (CSW). The purpose of this research is to examine the various barriers that affect the under-utilization of mental health services among foster children. Participants included foster parents recruited from Riverside and San Bernardino County who are …
Contributing Factors To The Over Representation Of African American Children In The Foster Care System, Lamonica Shalice Montgomery
Contributing Factors To The Over Representation Of African American Children In The Foster Care System, Lamonica Shalice Montgomery
Theses Digitization Project
The focus of the study was the disproportionate number of African American children in the foster care system. The hypothesis stated that drug and alcohol use, and differential sentencing of incarcerated parents have lead to African American children being removed from their families more often than others. These factors also reduced the likelihood of these children returning to their families, thus keeping them in the foster care system longer than any other group of children.
In Our Own Words: A Qualitative Study Of Bachelor And Master Of Social Work Interns At Vitas Hospice, Martha Elizabeth Romero
In Our Own Words: A Qualitative Study Of Bachelor And Master Of Social Work Interns At Vitas Hospice, Martha Elizabeth Romero
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to gain a deeper understanding of the experiences of Bachelor/Master of Social Work (BSW/MSW) interns who completed a full year internship at Vitas Hospice in San Bernardino. Using the post positivist paradigm, the researcher interviewed nine previous BSW/MSW interns to find out about their experiences as interns while at Vitas Hospice. The study was conducted by interviewing the nine interns and their responses were used to develop a theory of the interns' experience. These experiences led to learning about what was helpful and what was not helpful for their development as social workers as …
Elder Depression Among Nursing Home Residents, Alejandro Paul Holguin
Elder Depression Among Nursing Home Residents, Alejandro Paul Holguin
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this was designed to confirm the hypothesis that depression is prevalent among nursing home residents. Elder depression is a huge problem in society, especially as the older population continues to grow at an alarming rate. This study investigated the correlations between demographic information and item responses.
Exploring Ethnicity And Dynamic Risk Factors When Assessing Treatment Needs For Sex Offenders, Sherrill Lynn Cranston, Cheryl Nadine Willis
Exploring Ethnicity And Dynamic Risk Factors When Assessing Treatment Needs For Sex Offenders, Sherrill Lynn Cranston, Cheryl Nadine Willis
Theses Digitization Project
There is a disproportionate representation of minorities in the criminal population, but not within the sex offender population. Some suggeset that ethnicity is a critical difference between offenders, but little research has been done to explore to what extent ethnic differences are evident within the sex offender population. The current study focused on a group of high-risk sex offenders who are participating in a mandatory state-sponsered treatment program within the County of San Bernardino, State of California. The study included a sample size of 81 randomly selected files, all of which were identified as high risk sex offenders. For the …
Spirituality Among Health-Challenged Individuals, Intisar Kabrou Chamoun
Spirituality Among Health-Challenged Individuals, Intisar Kabrou Chamoun
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was twofold: first, it evaluated the spirituality or religion among health challenged individuals; second, this study was designed to encourage social workers to take into account the clients' spirituality and belief system. Examining spirituality among cancer patients will be valuable to social work practice and interventions because illness leads patients to use spiritual practices such as faith and prayer to cope with their illnesses. The data collected took place in Redlands Community Hospital in the city of Redlands. A sample of 44 volunteers was used including males and females of various ages. The data was …
Veteran Baby Boomer Retirement Planning, Kahalia Tunisha Anderson
Veteran Baby Boomer Retirement Planning, Kahalia Tunisha Anderson
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this project was to explore how prepared for retirement are some military veterans who are baby boomers. The retirement prospects of baby boomers have become a leading cause of public interest. Some experts contend that the poor saving routines of boomers could possibly be the breaking point of the United States' economic growth and place financial concern on government programs such as Medicare and Social Security. The study site was the Veterans Home of California Barstow (VHCB) and the surrounding community in Barstow, CA.
Attitudes Toward Borderline Personality Among Mental Health Professionals, Roseanne Bean Gonzalez
Attitudes Toward Borderline Personality Among Mental Health Professionals, Roseanne Bean Gonzalez
Theses Digitization Project
The primary focus of this study is to explore the underlying reasons for the negative attitudes that mental health professionals harbor toward clients diagnosed with borderline personality disorder. Of main concern is a problem that involves a lack of desire on the part of the clinicians to treat individuals with an Axis II diagnosis, specifically Borderline Personality Disorder. Much of this attitude can be attributed to the fact that clients presenting with symptoms of BPD exhibit extremely destructive personality characteristics that cause others to distance themselves.
From The Viewpoint Of Social Workers: An Exploratory Study Of The Indian Child Welfare Act, Kimberle Michal Hill, Sherry Ann Cortez-Farris
From The Viewpoint Of Social Workers: An Exploratory Study Of The Indian Child Welfare Act, Kimberle Michal Hill, Sherry Ann Cortez-Farris
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to explore child welfare workers' opinions as to what the barriers are in implementing the Indian Child Welfare Act of 1978. The results will contribute to social work practice by addressing the fact that Native Americans represent a disproportional amount of youth and families serviced by Child Welfare and ICWA.
Seniors' Perceptions And Experiences Of Autonomy In A Health Care Setting, Dianne Rae Goldberg
Seniors' Perceptions And Experiences Of Autonomy In A Health Care Setting, Dianne Rae Goldberg
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to develop and implement a process by which nursing home seniors could identify and describe feelings of autonomy. This study assumed that seniors themselves are in the best position to describe their perceptions of autonomy and the factors that contributed to those perceptions.
The Application Of Choice Theory: A Social Work Perspective, Dolores Mast Martinez
The Application Of Choice Theory: A Social Work Perspective, Dolores Mast Martinez
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study is to explore the application of choice theory as an effective form of therapy for populations that include the troubled youth. Choice Theory was innovated by renowned psychiatrist, Dr. William Glasser, in 1998, and in part, helps to promote an individual's positive self concept and self esteem. Glasser believes that success in our schools depends upon the student having a positive self concept.
Demographic Effects On The Length Of Stay And Discharge Destination From The Gay And Lesbian Adolescent Social Services Agency's Group Homes, Lenwood Valentino Patterson
Demographic Effects On The Length Of Stay And Discharge Destination From The Gay And Lesbian Adolescent Social Services Agency's Group Homes, Lenwood Valentino Patterson
Theses Digitization Project
This correlational descriptive research was focused on the Lesbian, Gay Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning (LGBTQ) youth within the foster care system. Specifically it studied how the demographic factors of age, race, sexual identity, and refferal source impact their lengths of stay in a group home and discharge destinations. It is hoped that the findings will assist further research and lead to greater success in addressing the needs of the most vulnerable population within the scope of social work practice.
Economic Insecurity And Depression Among Low Socioeconomic Status Adults, Laura Margaret Wills
Economic Insecurity And Depression Among Low Socioeconomic Status Adults, Laura Margaret Wills
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this research is to discover the effects of economic insecurity and low socioeconomic status on depression in adults. Mixed correlations were discovered, but the findings appear to support the need for increased mental health services for people with low socioeconomic status.
Satisfaction Of Independent Living Programs Among Foster Youth, Monica Sapien, Nadia Fuentes
Satisfaction Of Independent Living Programs Among Foster Youth, Monica Sapien, Nadia Fuentes
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to assess the satisfaction of independent living programs among foster adolescents participating in Orangewood Children's Foundation's Independent Living Skills Program. By understanding the factors that guide foster adolescents into successful transition, professionals can focus on improving and modifying areas that are ineffective and unsuccessful to foster youth.
Self-Reported Obstacles Among African American Families Who Fail To Reunify, Deena Saunders-Green
Self-Reported Obstacles Among African American Families Who Fail To Reunify, Deena Saunders-Green
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to attempt to fill the gap currently affecting African American families in the child welfare system. To accomplish this, the study aims to identify barriers that may be contributing to failed unification attempts. Should confounding variables be detected, they could be addressed and utilized to assist future families in need of services.
The Development Of Racial Identity Among Multiracial Adults, Andrea Louran Bales
The Development Of Racial Identity Among Multiracial Adults, Andrea Louran Bales
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to examine the identity development process among multiracial and biracial adults. This project analyzed the gaps in the current theoretical models of identity development and explored the racial development process for multiracial individuals, as well as how the current identity development process fails to include individuals from multiracial backgrounds. This research can provide social work professionals and others with additional background knowledge and techniques to work with this special population, so clients are not subject to further oppression. For this study, ten individuals that identify as coming from multiple ethnic descents were selected to …
The Effect Of Disability Type And Severity On Personal Identity And Acceptance Of A Cure, Carley Inez Butler
The Effect Of Disability Type And Severity On Personal Identity And Acceptance Of A Cure, Carley Inez Butler
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to attempt to discern whether or not relationships exist between type and severity of ones disability and ones desire for a cure. The question this paper addressed is whether or not the type of disability a person has and the severity of it affects his or her identity, and ultimately, acceptance or rejection of a cure. The researcher surveyed disabled students at California State University San Bernardino about perception of their disability, its severity and intrusiveness, the extent to which their disability is integrated into their identity and their desire for a cure.
Abstinence-Only Versus Comprehensive Sex Education: Which Model Is Likely To Be Supported By College Students?, Ifeanyi Casimia Alozie
Abstinence-Only Versus Comprehensive Sex Education: Which Model Is Likely To Be Supported By College Students?, Ifeanyi Casimia Alozie
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study is to check the accuracy as well as the validity of previous studies conducted on sex education programs in this country. This study looks at the attitudes of college students who are parents as to what method they believe can be effective in preventing teenage pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections. The research question for this project is: which model of sex education (abstinence-only sex education model or comprehensive sex education model) is more likely to be accepted or supported by college students who are parents and why? And, are there reasons/factors that will influence their …
Exploring Child Obesity Among African Americans Through The Eyes Of Parents, Tyyendra Vyonn Moore
Exploring Child Obesity Among African Americans Through The Eyes Of Parents, Tyyendra Vyonn Moore
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to explore African American parents' knowledge about child obesity and the various external factors they perceive contribute to their own child's weight problems.
The Relationship Between Full Service Partnership Intervention And Rehospitalization Rates Of The Severe And Persistent Mentally Ill, Joseph Ralph Tena
The Relationship Between Full Service Partnership Intervention And Rehospitalization Rates Of The Severe And Persistent Mentally Ill, Joseph Ralph Tena
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to assess Inland Empire Mental Health's (IEMH) Full Service Partnership program in Southern California in order to understand the relationship between Full Service Partnership (FSP) intervention and psychiatric rehospitalizations among the Severe and Persistent Mentally Ill. This research project explored what treatment interventions prove effective in reducing psychiatric inpatient rehospitalizations among the severe and persistent mentally disordered population.
Critical Consciousness In Introductory Psychology: A Historically Black University Context, Michele K. Lewis, Anna K. Lee
Critical Consciousness In Introductory Psychology: A Historically Black University Context, Michele K. Lewis, Anna K. Lee
Pedagogy and the Human Sciences
The objective of this paper is to detail pedagogical strategies for teaching the general psychology course in the context of a historically black university (HBCU). We identify strategies oriented towards specific areas typically covered in an introductory psychology course. Particular interest is paid to critical consciousness theory, issues of social justice, and socio-cultural perspective in psychology. The pedagogy we use in the general psychology course is consistent with a sociopolitical critical consciousness model, and recommendations of the American Psychological Association’s commission. The significance of respecting the educational, sociopolitical and cultural expectations of students within the historically black university context is …
Institute Of Clinical And Translational Sciences News, Vol. 2, Issue 6
Institute Of Clinical And Translational Sciences News, Vol. 2, Issue 6
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