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The Motivation Of Self-Investment, Dan Nunley Dec 1978

The Motivation Of Self-Investment, Dan Nunley

Graduate Theses

A game of chance void of feedback was played by 36 adults to determine the motivational properties of various degrees of self-investment. The levels of self-investment were created by altering the extent to which subjects were involved in making one of the symbols used in the game. A practice trial was used to establish each subjects base score and a final trial to determine behavior changes induced by self-investment. The gains between trials yielded significant results (p<.01) due to subject participation in the experimental process.


A Comparative Analysis Of Microcounseling Skill Use By Individuals With Different Levels Of Interview Training, Mary Alvarado, Buena Kay Dean Jul 1978

A Comparative Analysis Of Microcounseling Skill Use By Individuals With Different Levels Of Interview Training, Mary Alvarado, Buena Kay Dean

Graduate Theses

No abstract is provided.


The Effectiveness Of A Family Service Center As Evaluated By The Clients Served, Sue T. Burnett Jan 1978

The Effectiveness Of A Family Service Center As Evaluated By The Clients Served, Sue T. Burnett

Graduate Theses

The purpose of this study was to determine the effectiveness of a small family counseling center as evaluated by the clients themselves. A questionnaire, designed and used by the National Family Service Association of America in 1970, was utilized as the measure for evaluation. A total of 46 clients comprised the sample group representing 25% of the population receiving questionnaires. Descriptive case data were collected and analyzed on the total population and compared to the sample. Results showed a marked deficiency in the number of minority and low-income groups both in requesting services and responding to the questionnaire. Agency services …