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Challenges To Implementing Culturally Competent Mental Health Practices With African Americans In Hospital Settings, Eric Ejem
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
No abstract provided.
Moral Injury From A Non-Combat Perspective: The Lived Experience Of Army Veteran Chaplains, Sarah Vanderzanden
Moral Injury From A Non-Combat Perspective: The Lived Experience Of Army Veteran Chaplains, Sarah Vanderzanden
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
No abstract provided.
Impact Of The Lived Experience Of Adverse Childhood Experiences On Adult Homelessness, Arlene Marcellette Smith
Impact Of The Lived Experience Of Adverse Childhood Experiences On Adult Homelessness, Arlene Marcellette Smith
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
No abstract provided.
Barriers To The Use Of Injectable Naltrexone In An Outpatient Setting, Heather Schultz
Barriers To The Use Of Injectable Naltrexone In An Outpatient Setting, Heather Schultz
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
The opioid epidemic is a public health concern that impacts thousands of individuals across the United States. There was a lack of clear understanding of what leads opioid addicts to decline use of medication-assisted treatment (MAT) with injectable extended release naltrexone (XR-NTX). The purpose of this quantitative cross-sectional correlational study was to examine the relationships between past XR-NTX status and demographic factors (gender, age, race, education level, time sober in days, and employment status) and the attitudes about encouragement from providers about engaging in MAT, as well as perceptions about MAT in individuals currently in a MAT who chose not …
Social Workers, Positive Behavior Interventions Supports, And Exclusionary Discipline Of Black Males, Jacqueline Binion
Social Workers, Positive Behavior Interventions Supports, And Exclusionary Discipline Of Black Males, Jacqueline Binion
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
School social workers play an instrumental role in providing school faculty members with skills and interventions to facilitate positive outcomes in both schools and the community at large. It is not known what role social workers play in the suspension and exclusion of Black male high school students. The research questions for this generic qualitative study explored the perspective of high school teachers and social workers from various South Mississippi counties perceptions of the roles social workers play in the implementation of positive behavior interventions and supports (PBIS) and social workers’ impact on the exclusion of Black male students from …
Lived Experiences Of Young Adults Raised With A Sibling With Autism, Lamika Demitris Thomas
Lived Experiences Of Young Adults Raised With A Sibling With Autism, Lamika Demitris Thomas
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
When a child has autism spectrum disorder (ASD), the family structure is affected. Although researchers have documented increased stress and depression among parents of children with ASD, they have not adequately explored siblings’ perspectives on the emotional, physical, and/or psychological implications of having a brother or sister with ASD. The purpose of this qualitative phenomenological study was to explore siblings’ lived experiences of growing up in a household with a sibling with ASD. The conceptual framework for this study was grounded in the siblings embedded systems framework (SESF), which helps contextualize siblings’ experiences, including interacting factors, and how these experiences …
Public Benefits Access And Use Among Low-Income Individuals In Dover, Delaware, Kofoworola Lawal
Public Benefits Access And Use Among Low-Income Individuals In Dover, Delaware, Kofoworola Lawal
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
No abstract provided.
Social Workers’ Education In Identifying Victims Of Human Trafficking, Simmone Lafette Jones
Social Workers’ Education In Identifying Victims Of Human Trafficking, Simmone Lafette Jones
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
No abstract provided.
Human Services Professionals’ Perceptions Of Messaging From Administration About Serving Diverse Clients, Tina Cheree Martin
Human Services Professionals’ Perceptions Of Messaging From Administration About Serving Diverse Clients, Tina Cheree Martin
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
No abstract provided.
Intimate Partner Relationships And Infidelity Among Female Adult Survivors Of Child Sexual Abuse, Kellyanne Rodriguez
Intimate Partner Relationships And Infidelity Among Female Adult Survivors Of Child Sexual Abuse, Kellyanne Rodriguez
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
No abstract provided.
Perceptions Of Competence Development In The Field Of Gerontology And Dementia, Janice Braxton
Perceptions Of Competence Development In The Field Of Gerontology And Dementia, Janice Braxton
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
No abstract provided.
Stress Management Experiences Of Msw Graduates Transitioning From College To Child Welfare, Danielle Linette Young
Stress Management Experiences Of Msw Graduates Transitioning From College To Child Welfare, Danielle Linette Young
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
No abstract provided.
Psychotherapists’ Connection With College Students Diagnosed With An Anxiety Disorder And Cannabis Use Disorder., Kervil Durand
Psychotherapists’ Connection With College Students Diagnosed With An Anxiety Disorder And Cannabis Use Disorder., Kervil Durand
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
No abstract provided.
The Intersection Of Racial And Sexual Minority Identities For Black Sexual Minority Mothers, Leshaunda Rockett-Dixon
The Intersection Of Racial And Sexual Minority Identities For Black Sexual Minority Mothers, Leshaunda Rockett-Dixon
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
No abstract provided.
Child Abuse Assessment And Reporting By Social Workers: An Action Research Project, Audra Willsey
Child Abuse Assessment And Reporting By Social Workers: An Action Research Project, Audra Willsey
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
No abstract provided.
Case Manager Perspectives On Transition Services For Youth With Intellectual Disabilities, Alecha Davis
Case Manager Perspectives On Transition Services For Youth With Intellectual Disabilities, Alecha Davis
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Youth with intellectual disabilities have poorer outcomes during the transition period from school to adulthood. Very few studies were found that examine the perspective of the human service case manager. The perspectives of human service case managers were examined regarding the services that are needed to help youth with intellectual disabilities transition effectively. The study's purpose was to determine the services available and those needed to help support the transition from school to work, college, or in living independently for youth with intellectual disabilities. The theoretical framework for this study was Bronfenbrenner’s ecological systems theory used to explore the errors …
Clinicians' Perceptions Of Telehealth Services During The Covid-19 Pandemic In Virginia, Johnetta Hill Guishard
Clinicians' Perceptions Of Telehealth Services During The Covid-19 Pandemic In Virginia, Johnetta Hill Guishard
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
The onset of COVID-19 introduced unprecedented changes to how U.S. public health services were delivered. Many public and private agencies faced mandatory closures, social distancing mandates, and rapid transitions to telehealth interventions and treatment. Mental health clinicians witnessed disruptions in continuity of care and an increase in mental health risks overall. Although some studies have been conducted to survey clinicians’ perceptions of the usefulness and ease of use of technology-based interventions, knowledge about mental health clinicians’ experiences and perceptions in Virginia was sparse. The purpose of this generic qualitative study was to explore how mental health clinicians in Virginia described …
Social Workers’ Philosophical Attitudes Towards Harm Reduction Services In Housing First Organizations, John Gay Woolley
Social Workers’ Philosophical Attitudes Towards Harm Reduction Services In Housing First Organizations, John Gay Woolley
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
AbstractOver the past three decades, harm reduction has gradually become more prevalent among social workers and is now viewed as an instrumental approach in treating people with drug and alcohol problems. Although there have been several studies that described how harm reduction approaches were applied in Housing First (HF) settings, there are few studies that have described social workers’ perspectives of their philosophical attitudes regarding harm reduction in HF settings. The purpose of this study was to understand social workers’ perspectives of their philosophical attitudes toward harm reduction services and how those attitudes were apparent in their interactions with substance-using …
Ambiguous Loss Feelings Amongst Caregivers Of Operation Enduring Freedom Veterans, Stephanie T. Spann
Ambiguous Loss Feelings Amongst Caregivers Of Operation Enduring Freedom Veterans, Stephanie T. Spann
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
This quantitative study compares the possible relationship between ambiguous loss and the stress level of caregivers of Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) veterans who served in combat. Injured servicemembers need caregivers to assist them in caring for their physical and mental health needs. This study examined whether there is a relationship between the perceived ambiguous loss among caregivers of OEF injured veterans and the stress level experienced by caregivers. The theoretical framework for this study is the ambiguous loss theory. The methodology used to test the hypothesis is a quantitative correlational design to compare ambiguous loss variables amongst caregivers of injured …
College Experiences Of Female Students With Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, Cleo Patrick
College Experiences Of Female Students With Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, Cleo Patrick
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
AbstractThis study, using feminist trauma theory as the conceptual framework, addressed a gap in the literature about female university students’ experiences with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) related to the academic and social supports needed for college success and degree completion. Nearly 30% of college students will drop out during their 1st year in school. Research suggests that personal histories of simple and complex traumas may be influential factors contributing to dropout rates. There are limited programs or resources in colleges and universities to address the needs of students struggling with past traumas aside from routine student counseling. The purpose of …
Caucasian Social Workers’ Cultural Competence Regarding Advance Care Planning Among Southern African Americans, Lisa Mitchell
Caucasian Social Workers’ Cultural Competence Regarding Advance Care Planning Among Southern African Americans, Lisa Mitchell
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Caucasian social workers who work in healthcare and implement advance care planning (ACP) may not be competent regarding African Americans’ reluctance to complete advance directives. Research is lacking on how Caucasian social workers in Louisiana are increasing their cultural competence regarding the interplay of historical trauma, past medical mistrust, and spiritual beliefs on African Americans’ use of ACP. This study explored how Caucasian social workers are increasing their cultural competence regarding the interplay of historical trauma, past medical mistrust, and spiritual beliefs on African Americans’ use of ACP. The conceptual framework that guided this study was the cultural competence model. …
Public-School Superintendents’ Perceptions Of Trauma-Informed School Assumptions And Principles, Denise Gay Presnell
Public-School Superintendents’ Perceptions Of Trauma-Informed School Assumptions And Principles, Denise Gay Presnell
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Research shows that trauma-informed practices in schools can increase student performance and well-being. School social workers are well-suited to bring these practices to their system but are most successful when partnering with public-school superintendents. The purpose of this generic qualitative study was to understand public-school superintendents’ perceptions of trauma-informed school assumptions and principles. The study was guided by four assumptions for trauma-informed care, six principles for trauma-informed schools, ecological systems theory, and empowerment theory. Research questions were designed to ask participants about their experiences of trauma in their schools, their perceptions of the assumptions and principles, the benefits and challenges …
Firefighters' Perceptions And Experiences Of Seeking Mental Health Treatment Services, Kimberly Whitman
Firefighters' Perceptions And Experiences Of Seeking Mental Health Treatment Services, Kimberly Whitman
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Firefighters are repeatedly exposed to trauma on the job, which could result in the need for mental health services; however, many firefighters experience barriers that impede their access to available resources. Additional research is needed from a qualitative lens on firefighters' help-seeking behaviors to inform the development of treatment interventions. The purpose of this study was to explore firefighters’ perceptions and experiences of seeking professional mental health treatment services. A generic qualitative approach and interpretive lens were used for the investigation. Twelve active U.S. firefighters with a minimum of 2 years on the job participated in semistructured interviews. Thematic analysis …
Challenges In Discharge Planning For Adults Transitioning From An Inpatient Psychiatric Level Of Care Experiencing Homelessness, Deanna` R. Mccaskill
Challenges In Discharge Planning For Adults Transitioning From An Inpatient Psychiatric Level Of Care Experiencing Homelessness, Deanna` R. Mccaskill
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Mental illness and the homeless population are a growing concern in the United States. Homeless individuals utilize emergency rooms and acute inpatient stays more than those with housing. Social workers play a vital role in discharge planning, starting on the first day of admission. This action research study explored the challenges of social workers developing discharge plans for adults transitioning from an inpatient psychiatric level of care experiencing homeless. The theoretical framework implemented in this study was systems theory. Data were collected from 12 purposively selected master’s level social workers in the format of individual and focus group interviews. Eight …
Firefighters' Perceptions And Experiences Of Seeking Mental Health Treatment Services, Kimberly Whitman
Firefighters' Perceptions And Experiences Of Seeking Mental Health Treatment Services, Kimberly Whitman
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Firefighters are repeatedly exposed to trauma on the job, which could result in the need for mental health services; however, many firefighters experience barriers that impede their access to available resources. Additional research is needed from a qualitative lens on firefighters' help-seeking behaviors to inform the development of treatment interventions. The purpose of this study was to explore firefighters’ perceptions and experiences of seeking professional mental health treatment services. A generic qualitative approach and interpretive lens were used for the investigation. Twelve active U.S. firefighters with a minimum of 2 years on the job participated in semistructured interviews. Thematic analysis …
Social Workers’ Philosophical Attitudes Towards Harm Reduction Services In Housing First Organizations, John Gay Woolley
Social Workers’ Philosophical Attitudes Towards Harm Reduction Services In Housing First Organizations, John Gay Woolley
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
AbstractOver the past three decades, harm reduction has gradually become more prevalent among social workers and is now viewed as an instrumental approach in treating people with drug and alcohol problems. Although there have been several studies that described how harm reduction approaches were applied in Housing First (HF) settings, there are few studies that have described social workers’ perspectives of their philosophical attitudes regarding harm reduction in HF settings. The purpose of this study was to understand social workers’ perspectives of their philosophical attitudes toward harm reduction services and how those attitudes were apparent in their interactions with substance-using …
The Effect Of Federal And State-Level Policy On Undocumented Childhood Arrivals, Kim Kaczmarowski
The Effect Of Federal And State-Level Policy On Undocumented Childhood Arrivals, Kim Kaczmarowski
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) provides a 2-year reprieve from deportation and a work permit for eligible undocumented childhood arrivals. It does not provide a pathway to citizenship or confer rights or protections enjoyed by those with permanent legal status leaving recipients in a constant state of legal limbo. State-level policy can mitigate or exacerbate obstacles faced by this population. The purpose of this generic qualitative study was to explore how federal and state-level policy in a conservative location shaped experiences of membership or exclusion. Responses were examined using segmented assimilation theory to identify layered contexts of reception. The …
Clinicians' Perceptions Of Telehealth Services During The Covid-19 Pandemic In Virginia, Johnetta Hill Guishard
Clinicians' Perceptions Of Telehealth Services During The Covid-19 Pandemic In Virginia, Johnetta Hill Guishard
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
The onset of COVID-19 introduced unprecedented changes to how U.S. public health services were delivered. Many public and private agencies faced mandatory closures, social distancing mandates, and rapid transitions to telehealth interventions and treatment. Mental health clinicians witnessed disruptions in continuity of care and an increase in mental health risks overall. Although some studies have been conducted to survey clinicians’ perceptions of the usefulness and ease of use of technology-based interventions, knowledge about mental health clinicians’ experiences and perceptions in Virginia was sparse. The purpose of this generic qualitative study was to explore how mental health clinicians in Virginia described …
Intimate Partner Violence: The Silent Enemy Among African Immigrant Women, Omoniyi Anne Bello
Intimate Partner Violence: The Silent Enemy Among African Immigrant Women, Omoniyi Anne Bello
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Intimate partner violence among immigrant and minority groups remains a social and health problem that has garnered little attention. African immigrant women particularly face intersectional challenges (e.g., language barriers, unemployment, and lack of access to health care, resources, and services) that heighten their vulnerability to partner violence. Yet, knowledge about their experiences remains elusive in empirical research. Examining the nature and extent of their experience can provide valuable insights that could enhance research and practice on partner violence. The purpose of this generic qualitative study was to explore the experiences of African immigrant women survivors of partner violence in Edmonton, …
Help-Seeking Behaviors And Employment Hope Among Depressed Black Male Foster Care Alumni, Vanessa Jennings
Help-Seeking Behaviors And Employment Hope Among Depressed Black Male Foster Care Alumni, Vanessa Jennings
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Traumatic depression is a system of experiences where the mind, heart, and gut track happenings lingering among systemic models of prevention and intervention and personal stories. This nonexperimental correlational study aimed to provide insights into mental help-seeking and employment hope among depressed Black/African American foster care male alums. The central research question was to what degree, if any, a positive relationship exists between employment hope and seeking access to mental health-related services among male foster care alums who identify with depression. It was hypothesized that a statistically significant relationship exists. The social cognitive career theory and theory of planned behavior …