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Attachment Behaviors Displayed By Children In Foster Care, Denise Cathleen Rice
Attachment Behaviors Displayed By Children In Foster Care, Denise Cathleen Rice
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the level of attachment, secure or insecure, displayed by foster children after a minimal one-hour separation from their foster parent. The sample consisted of fifty foster parents (22 males and 28 females) who had foster children ranging in ages from 3-12. The foster children have lived in the current foster care placement for at least one month. To measure the foster child's level of attachment to the foster parent, the foster parent completed a demographic survey as well as the Parent/Child Reunion Inventory (Marcus 1988). Analysis was conducted using a variety of …
A Survey Of Client Satisfaction With Agency Services Provided By Trinity Children And Family Services, Jose De Jesus Quiroz
A Survey Of Client Satisfaction With Agency Services Provided By Trinity Children And Family Services, Jose De Jesus Quiroz
Theses Digitization Project
The study explores and describes the satisfaction that clients placed at Trinity Children and Family Services have with the agency's therapeutic services. Therapeutic services in this case refers to the therapy that the residents receive from their individual and group therapists, and their interactions with the unit case manager/dorm supervisor and unit counselors.
An Exploratory Study Of Single Parents Raising A Child With Developmental Disabilities, Marlena La Nae Graves, Tracy Ann Schroeder
An Exploratory Study Of Single Parents Raising A Child With Developmental Disabilities, Marlena La Nae Graves, Tracy Ann Schroeder
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to explore the unique experiences and specific needs of single parent families while assessing their level of stress raising a developmentally disabled child.
Morale And The Mental Health Worker: Burnout In The Department Of Behavioral Health, Karen Lee Banker
Morale And The Mental Health Worker: Burnout In The Department Of Behavioral Health, Karen Lee Banker
Theses Digitization Project
No abstract provided.
African American Children In The Child Welfare System: An American Tragedy, Dana Claire Cunningham
African American Children In The Child Welfare System: An American Tragedy, Dana Claire Cunningham
Theses Digitization Project
The enormous amount of African American children in the foster care system is a concern for many professional social workers, and others who are interested in this issue.
A Comparison Of Re-Entry And Traditional Students Needs And Issues, Jacky Linn Patt, Gloria Ann Stickler
A Comparison Of Re-Entry And Traditional Students Needs And Issues, Jacky Linn Patt, Gloria Ann Stickler
Theses Digitization Project
No abstract provided.
Factors Influencing Social Workers Commitment To The Field Of Gerontology, Susan Savella Cole, Teresa Marie Alarcon
Factors Influencing Social Workers Commitment To The Field Of Gerontology, Susan Savella Cole, Teresa Marie Alarcon
Theses Digitization Project
Due to the impending "elder boom" the need for gerontological social workers is increasing. This study examined what attracted workers to enter this field and what motivates them to stay. The research also focused on the relationship between the social worker's commitment and their perceived need for training and education in the field of gerontology.
The Effects Of Child Protective Investigations On Families, Children, And Workers In Unsubstantiated Cases, Tara Elizabeth Agajanian
The Effects Of Child Protective Investigations On Families, Children, And Workers In Unsubstantiated Cases, Tara Elizabeth Agajanian
Theses Digitization Project
The objective of this study was to determine some of the effects of child protective service investigations on families, children and the workers, when the allegations are determined to be unfounded and no abuse and/or neglect is further suspected.
A Program Evaluation Of The Adolescent Family Life Program, Tricia Rachelle Licon
A Program Evaluation Of The Adolescent Family Life Program, Tricia Rachelle Licon
Theses Digitization Project
The focus of the study was an evaluation of a pregnancy prevention program. The study was designed to look at the adolescent pregnant and parenting population in the Adolescent Family Life Program, which serves about 300 clients in Southern California.
School Retention And Academic Self-Efficacy With Elementary Students, Cheryl Anne Spiro, Karen Monique Frazier
School Retention And Academic Self-Efficacy With Elementary Students, Cheryl Anne Spiro, Karen Monique Frazier
Theses Digitization Project
The significance of this project was to incorporate specific tasks into a classroom setting that would be used to enhance retained student's self-regulatory efficacy. The interns hypothesized that group interventions could help children who were retained to increase their belief in themselves and their abilities.
Effects Of Head Start Participation On Cognitive And Social Functioning Of Children In The United States, Anshumala Ram
Effects Of Head Start Participation On Cognitive And Social Functioning Of Children In The United States, Anshumala Ram
Theses Digitization Project
This study examined the effects of Head Start participation on the cognitive and social functioning of children 6 to 14 years of age in the United States.
Domestic Violence, Conflict Resolution Skills, And Alcoholism: Treatment Recommendations, Julio Merlan
Domestic Violence, Conflict Resolution Skills, And Alcoholism: Treatment Recommendations, Julio Merlan
Theses Digitization Project
Researchers agree that there is a relationship between alcoholism and domestic violence but theoretical perspectives have not established a correlation between the variables. Alcoholism and domestic violence are a manifestation of a complex system of family interactions characterized by inadequate communication skills.
Characteristics And Attributes Of Kinship Caregivers Of Mexican Descent, Mayola Miranda, Dianna Irene Zuniga
Characteristics And Attributes Of Kinship Caregivers Of Mexican Descent, Mayola Miranda, Dianna Irene Zuniga
Theses Digitization Project
In recent years kinship foster care has been a growing phenomenon. Little research exists about the views of individual of Mexican descent towards kinship care.
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).
Gender And Violence: A Study Of Inpatients At A Forensic Psychiatric Hospital, Leslie Sean Carey, Kathie Sylvies
Gender And Violence: A Study Of Inpatients At A Forensic Psychiatric Hospital, Leslie Sean Carey, Kathie Sylvies
Theses Digitization Project
"Our society has generally viewed women as less aggressive and less likely to commit acts of violence in comparison to men. Statistics show that only 13 per cent of the violent crimes in the United States have been committed by women (Steffensmeier and Allan, 1996). However, employees at psychiatric hospitals often report problems of increased violent behavior among their female inpatients. This perception of the female inpatient population is further complicated by the mixed research findings regarding gender and violence. Considering the possible other environmental causations, gender alone should not prove an accurate variable in addressing violent behavior. Variables such …
An Investigation Of The Importance Of Spirituality And Afrocentricity Among African American Caregivers: Implications For The Mentally Ill, Myron Damon Lilley
An Investigation Of The Importance Of Spirituality And Afrocentricity Among African American Caregivers: Implications For The Mentally Ill, Myron Damon Lilley
Theses Digitization Project
No abstract provided.
Combat Veterans Diagnosed With Posttraumatic Stress Disorder: An Argument For Family-Centered Therapy, Cherie Bogel, Marion Wilson
Combat Veterans Diagnosed With Posttraumatic Stress Disorder: An Argument For Family-Centered Therapy, Cherie Bogel, Marion Wilson
Theses Digitization Project
The psychological effects of combat experience on war veterans has been widely documented, ever since what is now called posttraumatics stress disorder (PTSD) was discovered in soldiers and given names like shell shock, battle fatigue and war neurosis.
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 Comparison Of Male And Female Perceptions Regarding Availability And Effectiveness Of A Support System, Rosalyn Gastel, Ken Lapioli
The Comparison Of Male And Female Perceptions Regarding Availability And Effectiveness Of A Support System, Rosalyn Gastel, Ken Lapioli
Theses Digitization Project
No abstract provided.
Diagnostic Differences Of Mexican American Clients Due To Clinician's Ethnicity, Anthony Perez Ortega
Diagnostic Differences Of Mexican American Clients Due To Clinician's Ethnicity, Anthony Perez Ortega
Theses Digitization Project
No abstract provided.
Violence In Teen Dating Relationships: Factors That May Influence The Occurrence Of Dating Violence, Bridgette Lynn Hernandez
Violence In Teen Dating Relationships: Factors That May Influence The Occurrence Of Dating Violence, Bridgette Lynn Hernandez
Theses Digitization Project
The current study used a Post-positivist paradigm and was quantitative in nature. In addition, it used a descriptive survey design, which utilized self-reported questionnaires. The final sample included 125 students, ages 18-20, in undergraduate psychology courses at a Southern California university. This study attempted to explore the differences between the tree types of dating violence profiles: 1) victim only, 2) perpetrator only and 3) mutually violent; however, only 37 participants completed the questionnaire, which made statistical analysis impossible. Nonetheless, this study explored differences in relation to the demographic characteristics and five variables: a) gender, b) self-esteem, c) severity of violence, …
Potential Gender Differences In Perceptions Of Self-Concept Between Male And Female Juvenile Offenders, Stephanie Herrington
Potential Gender Differences In Perceptions Of Self-Concept Between Male And Female Juvenile Offenders, Stephanie Herrington
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.
The Use Of Drawings For Rapport Building With International Adoptees And Parents, Sharon Jean Mellor
The Use Of Drawings For Rapport Building With International Adoptees And Parents, Sharon Jean Mellor
Theses Digitization Project
"The influx of children adopted into the United States from other countries has increased the need for social workers experienced in practice techniques that asssist in building rapport between the parents and children in these newly formed families. This study explored the use of employing the kinetic family drawing as a tool to build rapport between parents and children. This was an exploratory multiple case design. Six families participated in the process of drawing a picture of their family engaged in an activity together. It was anticipated that the drawings would be an effective tool to build rapport between parent …
Faculty Responsiveness Via A Question-And-Answer Newsletter: Its Impact On Student Satisfaction, Daniel Pérez
Faculty Responsiveness Via A Question-And-Answer Newsletter: Its Impact On Student Satisfaction, Daniel Pérez
Theses Digitization Project
This study explores the relationship between student satisfaction and faculty responsiveness to student concerns. "Action Research" was employed. Data analysis focused on group comparisons.
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.
Anatomy Of The Social Worker, Arazola Nadine Session
Anatomy Of The Social Worker, Arazola Nadine Session
Theses Digitization Project
This study explores the past experiences of graduate social work students enrolled in the Masters in Social Work program at California State University, San Bernardino.
The Promise Of Restorative Justice: An Outcomes Evaluation Of An Orange County Victim Offender Reconciliation Program, With Focus On The Victim's Perspective, Charlaine Annette Cecilia White
The Promise Of Restorative Justice: An Outcomes Evaluation Of An Orange County Victim Offender Reconciliation Program, With Focus On The Victim's Perspective, Charlaine Annette Cecilia White
Theses Digitization Project
Victim-offender reconciliation programs (VORPs), the hallmark of the restorative justice movement, offer an alternative to the retributive approach to crime. These programs seek to bring the victim and offender together for purposes of working out a mediated settlement agreement.
Cultural Factors Associated With Early And Late Disclosure Among Latino Gay Males With Hiv/Aids, Hugo Correa Castellanos
Cultural Factors Associated With Early And Late Disclosure Among Latino Gay Males With Hiv/Aids, Hugo Correa Castellanos
Theses Digitization Project
This study explored the cultural factors associated with early and late disclosure of HIV infection among Latino gay and bisexual males. Through collaborative efforts from various HIV/AID agencies, the researcher was able to interview twenty HIV infected Latino gay males.
The Contribution Of Family Resilence To Positive Attachment Among Middle-Age Adults From Northern Ireland, Nicola Gillen
The Contribution Of Family Resilence To Positive Attachment Among Middle-Age Adults From Northern Ireland, Nicola Gillen
Theses Digitization Project
No abstract provided.