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Full-Text Articles in Mental and Social Health
Ethnic Make Up Of Individuals Who Receive Services From San Bernardino County's Mentally Ill Homeless Program, Cynthia Sophia Roth-Felter
Ethnic Make Up Of Individuals Who Receive Services From San Bernardino County's Mentally Ill Homeless Program, Cynthia Sophia Roth-Felter
Theses Digitization Project
This study examined the ethnic makeup of individuals who seek services from San Bernardino County, Department of Behavioral Health, Mentally Ill Homeless program.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Binge Eating, Anxiety And Depression: A Study Of Typology And Direction Of Prediction, Kimberly Lynn Olson
Binge Eating, Anxiety And Depression: A Study Of Typology And Direction Of Prediction, Kimberly Lynn Olson
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this project was to examine the relationship between binge eating, anxiety and depression.
Expanding A Gang Tattoo Removal Program For San Bernardino County, Appannagari M.D. Gnanadev
Expanding A Gang Tattoo Removal Program For San Bernardino County, Appannagari M.D. Gnanadev
Theses Digitization Project
This thesis covers the background and history of cultural attitudes towards body art, scarification and tattoos, the history of street gangs and their influence and impact on Southern California communities, and an in-depth program analysis of the "Gang Tattoo Removal Program" established at the Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (ARMC).
Cognitive Behavioral Intervention For Children With Disruptive Behavior Disorders In Residential Treatment, Kathryn Joanne Morin Silva
Cognitive Behavioral Intervention For Children With Disruptive Behavior Disorders In Residential Treatment, Kathryn Joanne Morin Silva
Theses Digitization Project
Increasing numbers of children being referred for mental health services are exhibiting problematic behaviors that can be subsumed under the category of Disruptive Behavior Disorders. This study with its foundations in a post-positivist approach was designed to explore treatment effectiveness of cognitive behavioral intervention applied to adolescents at Oak Grove Institute, a residential treatment facility. This study hypothesized that Wexler's PRISM Model, with its integration of affect, would be instrumental in modifying disruptive behavior as measured at Oak Grove Institute. Although the small sample size precluded statistically significant findings, there were interesting results with respect to two dependant variables. Findings …
Can Recidivism Be Predicted Among Rapists And Pedophiles During Their First Year Of Parole In The State Of California?, Michael Daniel Bogdanoff, Harvey Darnell Hamm
Can Recidivism Be Predicted Among Rapists And Pedophiles During Their First Year Of Parole In The State Of California?, Michael Daniel Bogdanoff, Harvey Darnell Hamm
Theses Digitization Project
A multi-regression analysis was performed utilizing the variables, age, ethnicity, criminal background, and facets of treatment, but differentiated between the rapist and pedophile, examining the variance of recidivism.
The Assessment Of Caregiver Burden Among Participants In The Home-Based Primary Care Program, Dennis Kaney
The Assessment Of Caregiver Burden Among Participants In The Home-Based Primary Care Program, Dennis Kaney
Theses Digitization Project
With the increase in the elderly, American's caregiver roles and responsibilities are also on the rise. Developing with this increase is the growing problem of caregiver burden. The Loma Linda V. A. Hospital has developed a service known as the Home-Based Primary Care program designed to combat caregiver burden. Studies were conducted among caregiver participants in this program in an effort to evaluate overall levels of burden and the program's efficiency at meeting caregiver needs. Overall this program provides a useful model for future programs aimed at reducing caregiver burden. Limitations that can be improved, however, include consistency in scheduling, …
An Exploratory Study To Identify Services That Will Aid Foster Parents In San Bernardino County And Potentially Reduce The Frequency Of Multiple Placements, Michelle Terez Navarro, Cody Marie Dawkins
An Exploratory Study To Identify Services That Will Aid Foster Parents In San Bernardino County And Potentially Reduce The Frequency Of Multiple Placements, Michelle Terez Navarro, Cody Marie Dawkins
Theses Digitization Project
No abstract provided.
Anxiety, Depression, And Coping In The Elderly, Sara Fairchild-Ollivierre
Anxiety, Depression, And Coping In The Elderly, Sara Fairchild-Ollivierre
Theses Digitization Project
No abstract provided.
Caregivers Perceptions Of Permanency Planning For Adults With Developmental Disabilities, Joanne Sue Claytor
Caregivers Perceptions Of Permanency Planning For Adults With Developmental Disabilities, Joanne Sue Claytor
Theses Digitization Project
No abstract provided.
The Benefits Of Wilderness Experience For Mental Health: An Exploratory Study On Nature-Based Therapies, Trina Suzanne Goldberger, Diane Marie Waters
The Benefits Of Wilderness Experience For Mental Health: An Exploratory Study On Nature-Based Therapies, Trina Suzanne Goldberger, Diane Marie Waters
Theses Digitization Project
No abstract provided.
Determining How Stressors Effect The Onset Of Substance Abuse In Runaways, Christopher Parrish Rosselli
Determining How Stressors Effect The Onset Of Substance Abuse In Runaways, Christopher Parrish Rosselli
Theses Digitization Project
In America, it is estimated that between 500,000 and two million children run away each year. A majority of these runaways become involved with illegal substance abuse. This study questions whether children experience substance abuse prior to their running away or if their substance abuse is an attempt to cope with the new stressors created by street life. Data collection will include having 50 volunteers complete a questionnaire, with consideration of race and gender. The findings suggested that no relationship exist between runaways engaging in drug use and the amount of stress experienced at home or during the runaway.
Dissociative Identity Disorder: Integration Versus Non-Integration, Kris Jane Strande
Dissociative Identity Disorder: Integration Versus Non-Integration, Kris Jane Strande
Theses Digitization Project
For the mental health professional, the client with Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) can be exciting, exhausting and frustrating. Formal education offers little help in treatment and diagnosis of this disorder. This paper will explore the most utilized treatment goals available to the professional and the client. Although most "experts" in the field of Dissociative Disorders subscribe to the treatment goal of integration, this study challenges that idea. As the results of the study indicate, integration was not the most utilized goal of treatment among the participants of this study.
Long Term Drug And Alcohol Treatment Program: An Outcome Study Comparing Secular-Based Treatment With Faith-Based Treatment For Addiction, Ruby Lee Adams
Long Term Drug And Alcohol Treatment Program: An Outcome Study Comparing Secular-Based Treatment With Faith-Based Treatment For Addiction, Ruby Lee Adams
Theses Digitization Project
The study was conducted to see if there is as much or more of a difference in outcome of treatment for addiction in faith-based treatment than secular-based treatment. The research was conducted using a sample of thirty-seven respondents from various sites in Southern California who volunteered to fill out the questionnaire. Data was collected using a self-administrated survey questionnaire.
Family Visits Or Contact To Dementia Elderly At Long Term Care Facilities, Sam Ndu Achor
Family Visits Or Contact To Dementia Elderly At Long Term Care Facilities, Sam Ndu Achor
Theses Digitization Project
No abstract provided.
Elderly Caregivers' Underutilization Of Respite Services, Miyako Baba
Elderly Caregivers' Underutilization Of Respite Services, Miyako Baba
Theses Digitization Project
No abstract provided.
An Exploration Of The Role Of Spirituality In Recovery From Alcoholism, Juliet Suzanne Boldi, Jamileth Lara
An Exploration Of The Role Of Spirituality In Recovery From Alcoholism, Juliet Suzanne Boldi, Jamileth Lara
Theses Digitization Project
This study investigates the relationship between spirituality and recovery for alcohol abusers. The data was gathered by administering a survey questionnaire that explored background information, alcohol use and recovery, and spirituality.
The Effects Of A Token Economy On Group Attendance In A Locked Psychiatric Facility, Kathleen Joanne Murphy
The Effects Of A Token Economy On Group Attendance In A Locked Psychiatric Facility, Kathleen Joanne Murphy
Theses Digitization Project
No abstract provided.
Reducing Depression In Homeless Parents: The Effectiveness Of Short-Term Shelters, Andrea Durant Heitz
Reducing Depression In Homeless Parents: The Effectiveness Of Short-Term Shelters, Andrea Durant Heitz
Theses Digitization Project
This study supported the hypothesis that short-term shelter programs can help reduce depression in homeless parents.
Adult Hispanic Females: Resiliency And Support Systems, Rosalina Becerra, Rosalie Arlene Rangel
Adult Hispanic Females: Resiliency And Support Systems, Rosalina Becerra, Rosalie Arlene Rangel
Theses Digitization Project
No abstract provided.
Treatment Outcomes Of The Augmented Board And Care System For The Mentally Ill: Focus On Post-Placement And Diagnosis, Brian Stewart Cunningham
Treatment Outcomes Of The Augmented Board And Care System For The Mentally Ill: Focus On Post-Placement And Diagnosis, Brian Stewart Cunningham
Theses Digitization Project
No abstract provided.
A Quantitative Study Of Parental Drug Use And Its Effects On Attachment, Kathern Ruth Lowe
A Quantitative Study Of Parental Drug Use And Its Effects On Attachment, Kathern Ruth Lowe
Theses Digitization Project
This research project will examine, from the social worker's perspective, parental substance abuse and its effects on attachment.
Eating Disorders And Early Attachment Difficulties, Jennifer Ann Dinicola, Tamara Ann Pine
Eating Disorders And Early Attachment Difficulties, Jennifer Ann Dinicola, Tamara Ann Pine
Theses Digitization Project
No abstract provided.
Anxiety And Depression: An Empirical Investigation Of The Diathesis-Stress Model Of Psychopathology, Deborah Jean Hartley
Anxiety And Depression: An Empirical Investigation Of The Diathesis-Stress Model Of Psychopathology, Deborah Jean Hartley
Theses Digitization Project
No abstract provided.
Identifying Community Specific Barriers To Prenatal Care Services, Linda Pearl Helsper
Identifying Community Specific Barriers To Prenatal Care Services, Linda Pearl Helsper
Theses Digitization Project
The intent of this research project was to discover the barriers that exist in this community when a woman attempts to access prenatal care. A concern for the well being of the children in the community and a belief in the importance of early intervention to enhance outcomes inspired the idea for this project.
The Effects Of Hiv/Aids Education Curriculum On The Knowledge, Attitudes, Beliefs And Behaviors Of College Freshmen, Kimberly Sue Curry, Frank Thomas Pullara Jr.
The Effects Of Hiv/Aids Education Curriculum On The Knowledge, Attitudes, Beliefs And Behaviors Of College Freshmen, Kimberly Sue Curry, Frank Thomas Pullara Jr.
Theses Digitization Project
No abstract provided.
Chronic Childhood Disease And Child Abuse, Michelle Marie Lindholm
Chronic Childhood Disease And Child Abuse, Michelle Marie Lindholm
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of the present research is to investigate whether or not chronically ill children are victims of child abuse more frequently than healthy children. The gender of the child and of the parent will also be examined for differences in the treatment children receive.