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The Effectiveness Of Treatments For Trauma: A Quantitative Review, Joseph M. Roberts Nov 2011

The Effectiveness Of Treatments For Trauma: A Quantitative Review, Joseph M. Roberts

Electronic Theses and Dissertations Archive

This quantitative review examined the published research on the effectiveness of treatments for trauma.The review included 31 studies that compared treatment for trauma with a wait-list or placebo control group and provided information about the time between the traumatic event and when therapy occurred.Findings from the review confirm there is a beneficial effect of therapy and suggest that gains made in therapy are maintained and increase after therapy ends. Congitive-behavioral therapies appeared to be better than other treatments.Analysis also revealed that treatment was less effective, and sometimes harmful, for patients undergoing psychological debriefings.The differences between treatments did not depend on …

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The Perceptions Of Peer Tutoring Among Middle School Teachers Within Multi-Ability Classrooms., Danny E. Thompson Jr. Nov 2011

The Perceptions Of Peer Tutoring Among Middle School Teachers Within Multi-Ability Classrooms., Danny E. Thompson Jr.

Electronic Theses and Dissertations Archive

The purpose of the study was to explore middle school teachers' perceptions of peer tutoring and its utilization within multi-ability classrooms. The primary questions addressed in this study were focused on perceptions of teachers within multi-ability classrooms and the effects of teaching in a multi-ability classroom on the teachers' lesson plans, teaching styles, and the utilization of peer tutoring. The participants i nthis study included 10 middle school teachers from a suburban public school and 9 middle school teachers from a suburban private school. A phenomenological study was conducted to gather information related to the following research questions: (1) What …

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Caregiver, Physician, And Nurse Preferences Of Nutritional Support In Bone Marrow Transplant Unit, Marissa Tracey Adams Nov 2011

Caregiver, Physician, And Nurse Preferences Of Nutritional Support In Bone Marrow Transplant Unit, Marissa Tracey Adams

Electronic Theses and Dissertations Archive

Objective: This study looked at caregivers', physicians', and nurses' preferences of types of nutrition support. Many cancer patients are given enteral or parenteral nutrition support because they cannot obtain nutrients orally.Design: This is a qualitative study which examined caregivers', physicans', and nurses' preferred type of nutrition support, feelings toward each type, goals regarding nutrition, and how the medical team could help meet those goals. Subjects: A total of 71 caregivers, physicians, and nurses from the hematopoietic stem cell transplant unit at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital were surveyed, of which were 17 males and 54 females. The ages ranged from …

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An Interview With Michael Martone, Matthew Baker Nov 2011

An Interview With Michael Martone, Matthew Baker

Booth

Depending on whom you ask, Michael Martone is either contemporary literature's most notorious prankster, innovator, or mutineer. In 1988 his AAP membership was briefly revoked after Martone published his first two books -- a "prose" collection titled Alive and Dead in Indiana and a "poetry" collection titled Seeing Eye -- which, aside from Seeing Eye's line breaks, were word-for-word identical. His membership to the Society of Scottish Novelists was revoked in 1991 after SSN discovered that, while Martone's registered nom de plume had been "born" in Edinburgh, Martone himself had never been to Scotland. His AWP membership was revoked …

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New Books For Intelligent Animal Lovers, Harold Herzog Nov 2011

New Books For Intelligent Animal Lovers, Harold Herzog

Herzog - Animal policy and attitudes

The article reviews several recently published books discussing human-animal interactions and some that are simply cute.

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Do Exercise Motives Predict Obligatory Exercise?, Mary Pritchard, Jessica L. Beaver Nov 2011

Do Exercise Motives Predict Obligatory Exercise?, Mary Pritchard, Jessica L. Beaver

Psychological Sciences Faculty Publications and Presentations

Few studies have examined whether factors predicting obligatory exercise differ by gender. 303 participants completed the Obligatory Exercise Questionnaire and the Reason for Exercise Inventory. All variables correlated significantly. However, the correlation between exercising for fitness and obligatory exercise was significantly stronger in women than men. In women, obligatory exercise was predicted by exercising to improve body tone, fitness, and to enhance mood; in men, obligatory exercise was predicted by exercising to improve body tone, enjoyment, and perceived attractiveness. Implications for treatment are discussed.

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The Chinese Brush Stroke Experience In Bereavement Counseling, Grace Kwan Nov 2011

The Chinese Brush Stroke Experience In Bereavement Counseling, Grace Kwan

Expressive Therapies Dissertations

In the field of expressive therapies, there are different techniques to help bereaved people to better cope with their losses (e.g., Attig, 2000; Thompson, 2003; Gulledge, 2003; Rogers, 2007; Chandler, 2007). Among various expressive arts techniques, Chinese calligraphy has been used as a therapeutic intervention for behavioral, emotional, and mental health issues (Kao, 1991; Chen, 2003). However, there is no research on using Chinese brushstroke techniques in working with people who have experienced losses. This research focuses on the experience of practicing Chinese brushstroke technique as an expressive therapeutic approach to work with seniors in expressing their feelings toward the …

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A Critical Comparative Reading Of The Traditional Poem Between Context And Method (Ibn Muqbil’S Ha’Iyya, Dhu Al-Rummah, And Jarir As A Model), Louay Karim Attia Nov 2011

A Critical Comparative Reading Of The Traditional Poem Between Context And Method (Ibn Muqbil’S Ha’Iyya, Dhu Al-Rummah, And Jarir As A Model), Louay Karim Attia

Uruk Journal of Human Sciences

It seems that the traditional poem offers a new reading each time, making its recipient sip from its sweet water the foundations of beauty it contains, and to stand in contemplation to sense the depth of this aesthetic tool and retrieve the voice to reach the sources of creativity within it, following the steps of mastery and kindness to it, for poetry is the Arabs’ collection and the ultimate source of their virtue. Based on this understanding related to the extent of the abundance of ancient production in terms of style, art and language, this study came to address the …

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The Weekly Challenger, November 24, 2011, The Weekly Challenger, Et Al Nov 2011

The Weekly Challenger, November 24, 2011, The Weekly Challenger, Et Al

Weekly Challenger Newspaper Collection

The November 24, 2011, issue of The Weekly Challenger.

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Public Hearing Transcripts - Eastern - Makindu - Rtjrc24.11 (St Peter's Catholic Church Hall Makindu), Truth, Justice, And Reconciliation Commission Nov 2011

Public Hearing Transcripts - Eastern - Makindu - Rtjrc24.11 (St Peter's Catholic Church Hall Makindu), Truth, Justice, And Reconciliation Commission

I. Core TJRC Related Documents

No abstract provided.

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Affording Emerging Adulthood: Parental Financial Assistance Of Their College-Aged Children, Laura M. Padilla-Walker, Larry J. Nelson, Jason S. Carroll Nov 2011

Affording Emerging Adulthood: Parental Financial Assistance Of Their College-Aged Children, Laura M. Padilla-Walker, Larry J. Nelson, Jason S. Carroll

Faculty Publications

The purpose of this study was to examine parents’ attitudes about and patterns of providing financial assistance to their children during college, and how varying levels of parental financial support were related to children’s beliefs (e.g., perceptions of adulthood), behaviors (e.g., work hours, drinking, and drug use), and identity development. The sample consisted of 402 undergraduate students (62% women) recruited from four college sites across the United States (M age = 19.89), and one of their parents (310 mothers and 92 fathers). Using cluster analysis, results suggested four distinct approaches to parental financial involvement and found that emerging adults’ …

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Evaluation Of Academic Competencies Through Standardized Instruments, Oscar Garcia López, Gema Santiago Gómez, Sara Redondo Duarte Nov 2011

Evaluation Of Academic Competencies Through Standardized Instruments, Oscar Garcia López, Gema Santiago Gómez, Sara Redondo Duarte

Higher Learning Research Communications

The aim of this investigation is to assess the correlation among different competencies-assessment systems available on the market to measure social skills in the university environment. In order to carry out the research, three self-perception competency tests were used, and 30 competencies were evaluated in a Likert scale with several response levels: the LPA-Q, the ESCI-U, and the CompeUEM. The three questionnaires were completed by 57 university students. The results show a low degree of agreement among the different questionnaires in relation to measuring the same competencies, as well as an unclear factor structure.

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Practitioners' Views Of Family Strengths: A Delphi Study, Kathleen Romero, Jessica Crowder, Kenneth Wedel Nov 2011

Practitioners' Views Of Family Strengths: A Delphi Study, Kathleen Romero, Jessica Crowder, Kenneth Wedel

Journal of Family Strengths

Reported is a research study to assess the opinions of family practitioners on the status of families in Oklahoma. Researchers employed the Delphi method to achieve consensus among key informants in the family practice field about the strengths and weaknesses of Oklahoma families, threats facing families in the state, and means to strengthening family life in Oklahoma. The study yielded qualitative data from the key informants, which the researchers then condensed into response categories to feed back to informants to rate. Family practitioners identified resilience, spirituality, and access to support systems as the greatest strengths, and listed substance abuse, poverty, …

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Low-Income Fathers’ Barriers To Participation In Family And Parenting Programs, Shawna J. Lee, Anna Yelick, Kimberly Brisebois, Kelvin L. Banks Nov 2011

Low-Income Fathers’ Barriers To Participation In Family And Parenting Programs, Shawna J. Lee, Anna Yelick, Kimberly Brisebois, Kelvin L. Banks

Journal of Family Strengths

This exploratory study used semi-structured focus groups to examine: 1) where and from whom fathers obtain information about parenting; 2) the types of parenting services men are aware of, and their attitudes about participating in such services; and 3) fathers’ perceived norms about the acceptability and utility of various parenting practices. Low-income men (N = 17) were recruited from a human services agency in Detroit, Michigan. Four major themes emerged. First was the need for male-focused community resources for fathers. Second was that men were aware of and used positive disciplinary strategies. Third was emphasis on fathers’ positive and effective …

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The Impact Of Family Stressors On The Social Development Of Adolescents Admitted To A Residential Treatment Facility, Cynthia Harr, Tancy Horn-Johnson, Nathaniel Williams, Lacey Dejager Nov 2011

The Impact Of Family Stressors On The Social Development Of Adolescents Admitted To A Residential Treatment Facility, Cynthia Harr, Tancy Horn-Johnson, Nathaniel Williams, Lacey Dejager

Journal of Family Strengths

The focus of this research was to determine the impact of family stressors on the social development of adolescents at admission to long-term mental health residential care. The study was conducted at the Waco Center for Youth, the only long-term residential care agency serving emotionally and behaviorally challenged adolescents and their families that functions under the authority of the Texas Department of State Health Services. Data was obtained from social assessment forms (N=457) in case records of clients. The prevalence of problem behaviors exhibited by the youth upon entry to the residential facility was examined and it was found that …

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Connecting The Dots: Families And Children With Special Needs In A Rural Community, Saundra Starks, Dana J. Sullivan, Vella Mae Travis Nov 2011

Connecting The Dots: Families And Children With Special Needs In A Rural Community, Saundra Starks, Dana J. Sullivan, Vella Mae Travis

Journal of Family Strengths

Due to the rising number of children with disabilities, the needs of these families must be addressed. This article describes the development and implementation of a regional forum in a rural community to address education and training needs of families and professionals. The Special Needs Summit provided workshops, information, and activities for parents and professionals. Participants were invited to participate in a study through a survey soliciting feedback regarding the importance and effectiveness of the training and information received through the Summit, gaps in resources, and future educational and training needs. Overall, participants gave satisfactory ratings regarding the training and …

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Family Stability And Childhood Behavioral Outcomes: A Critical Review Of The Literature, Stephen Baldridge Nov 2011

Family Stability And Childhood Behavioral Outcomes: A Critical Review Of The Literature, Stephen Baldridge

Journal of Family Strengths

As the definition of what is considered a family changes in our society, the family unit itself continues to undergo changes. These changes can sometimes lead to decreased stability within the family unit. One of the greatest challenges facing those researching this phenomenon is the lack of consistency within the existing body of research surrounding what familial instability actually is (the definition). This critical review of the literature examines the current body of literature in order to identify what is known about family stability and its impact on adolescent behavior, as well as what gaps currently exist. This review focuses …

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Strengthening Families: Parents' Voices On Discipline And Child Rearing, Elizabeth M. Breshears Nov 2011

Strengthening Families: Parents' Voices On Discipline And Child Rearing, Elizabeth M. Breshears

Journal of Family Strengths

This qualitative study conducted semi-structured, multi-session focus groups and interviews with twenty-seven participants to explore in-depth, participant constructs of child discipline and punishment methods and reasons for the continuing support for corporal punishment of U.S. children. The research assumed that parents want to parent well and utilized the strengths perspective as the instrument to listen to participants' voices. Narratives revealed that participants were thoughtful about discipline and parenting strategies and viewed their parent role as a serious commitment. Non-violent discipline strategies, particularly communication, were often used. However, parents generally framed use of physical punishment as “when children need spanking” versus …

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An Examination Of The Contextual Environment Of Families With Sexually Abused Adolescents, Javonda D. Williams, Debra Nelson-Gardell Nov 2011

An Examination Of The Contextual Environment Of Families With Sexually Abused Adolescents, Javonda D. Williams, Debra Nelson-Gardell

Journal of Family Strengths

This study examined the impact of the contextual environment of the family on post abuse adjustment of sexually abused adolescents. Bronfenbrenner’s ecological theory was used to investigate how the external influences of the family impact the capacity of families to foster the recovery of sexually abused adolescents. The results from this secondary analysis of data from the National Survey of Child and Adolescent Well-Being Wave I (NSCAW, Dowd et al., 2002) support contextually sensitive treatment planning for sexually abused adolescents and their families.

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Resilient Families Help Make Resilient Children, James P. Coyle Nov 2011

Resilient Families Help Make Resilient Children, James P. Coyle

Journal of Family Strengths

Many children are resilient despite dysfunctional families and communities. Resilience theory and research describe families’ positive impact on children’s resilience, yet it can often be challenging to identify these factors in children’s multi-problem families. Strategies for enhancing family resilience can strengthen the family treatment approaches that are commonly used to help children. This paper explains how family resilience influences children's resilience and applies this knowledge to a case example of a struggling family. It proposes methods for identifying and enhancing family protective factors that support children’s resilience.

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Psychological Distress, Social Support And Substance Use In Women With Hiv In Substance Use Recovery, Brian E. Mccabe Nov 2011

Psychological Distress, Social Support And Substance Use In Women With Hiv In Substance Use Recovery, Brian E. Mccabe

Open Access Dissertations

The purpose of this study was to investigate concurrent and prospective relationships between psychological distress and social support and substance abuse in a convenience sample of predominantly minority women with HIV in substance use recovery. This study involved a secondary analysis of data from a randomized controlled trial comparing a family therapy intervention and a group health intervention. Participants completed the Hamilton Depression and Anxiety Scales (psychological distress) and the Social Support Questionnaire (social support) at baseline and 4 months, 8 months, and 12 months post-baseline. Substance use over a 30-day period was measured by the Addiction Severity Index Lite, …

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Ligia Munzon V. Atty Gen Usa Nov 2011

Ligia Munzon V. Atty Gen Usa

2011 Decisions

Agency

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Volume 49, Number 14: November 23, 2011, University Of North Dakota Nov 2011

Volume 49, Number 14: November 23, 2011, University Of North Dakota

University Letter Archive

No abstract provided.

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Living Well: The Value Of Teaching Place, Catherine M. English Nov 2011

Living Well: The Value Of Teaching Place, Catherine M. English

Department of English: Dissertations, Theses, and Student Research

This dissertation is a teaching memoir that examines the implementation of a place conscious pedagogy as a means to teach sustainable living practices into a secondary English classroom in a rural Nebraska school. It is framed upon the premise of instilling five senses of place consciousness into students as defined by Haas and Nachtigal (1998) including living well in community or a sense of belonging; living well spiritually or a sense of connection; living well economically or a sense of worth; living well politically or a sense of civic involvement; and living well ecologically or a sense of place. I …

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Impaired Structural Connectivity Of Socio-Emotional Circuits In Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Diffusion Tensor Imaging Study, Stephanie H. Ameis, Jin Fan, Conrad Rockel, Aristotle N. Voineskos, Nancy J. Lobaugh, Latha Soorya, A. Ting Wang, Eric Hollander, Evdokia Anagnostou Nov 2011

Impaired Structural Connectivity Of Socio-Emotional Circuits In Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Diffusion Tensor Imaging Study, Stephanie H. Ameis, Jin Fan, Conrad Rockel, Aristotle N. Voineskos, Nancy J. Lobaugh, Latha Soorya, A. Ting Wang, Eric Hollander, Evdokia Anagnostou

Publications and Research

Background Abnormal white matter development may disrupt integration within neural circuits, causing particular impairments in higher-order behaviours. In autism spectrum disorders (ASDs), white matter alterations may contribute to characteristic deficits in complex socio-emotional and communication domains. Here, we used diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) and tract based spatial statistics (TBSS) to evaluate white matter microstructure in ASD. Methods/Principal Findings DTI scans were acquired for 19 children and adolescents with ASD (∼8–18 years; mean 12.4±3.1) and 16 age and IQ matched controls (∼8–18 years; mean 12.3±3.6) on a 3T MRI system. DTI values for fractional anisotropy, mean diffusivity, radial diffusivity and axial …

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State V. Cox Appellant's Brief Dckt. 39040 Nov 2011

State V. Cox Appellant's Brief Dckt. 39040

Not Reported

No abstract provided.

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Emotional Intensity And Persuasion, Laurencio Tamayo Nov 2011

Emotional Intensity And Persuasion, Laurencio Tamayo

Honors Theses

No abstract provided.

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Culture, Timothy B. Smith, Melanie M. Domenech-Rodriguez, Guillermo Bernal Nov 2011

Culture, Timothy B. Smith, Melanie M. Domenech-Rodriguez, Guillermo Bernal

Psychology Faculty Publications

This article summarizes the definitions, means, and research of adapting psychotherapy to clients' cultural backgrounds. We begin by reviewing the prevailing definitions of cultural adaptation and providing a clinical example. We present an original meta-analysis of 65 experimental and quasi-experimental studies involving 8,620 participants. The omnibus effect size of d = .46 indicates that treatments specifically adapted for clients of color were moderately more effective with that clientele than traditional treatments. The most effective treatments tended to be those with greater numbers of cultural adaptations. Mental health services targeted to a specific cultural group were several times more effective than …

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Designing A Peer-Mentoring Program For Education Doctorate (Edd) Students, Kendra Lowery, Rachel Geesa, Kat Mcconnell Nov 2011

Designing A Peer-Mentoring Program For Education Doctorate (Edd) Students, Kendra Lowery, Rachel Geesa, Kat Mcconnell

Higher Learning Research Communications

Objectives: In preparation for creating a peer-mentoring program for education doctorate (EdD) students, we conducted a literature review to learn about the characteristics of peer-mentoring programs for graduate students and EdD students specifically. Method: Our search criteria included articles about peer mentoring for graduate students only; published in peer-reviewed journals since the year 2000; and about programs that involved more experienced students, students farther along in the program, or recent graduates. These criteria resulted in 15 articles. Results: We applied what we learned about program design and characteristics in the creation of a voluntary peer-mentoring program for first year students, …

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Review Of The Undiscovered Dewey: Religion, Morality, And The Ethos Of Democracy, James C. Mccollum Nov 2011

Review Of The Undiscovered Dewey: Religion, Morality, And The Ethos Of Democracy, James C. Mccollum

Education and Culture

Review of The Undiscovered Dewey: Religion, Morality, and the Ethos of Democracy by Melvin Rogers.

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