The Association Between Eating Disorders And Substance Abuse,
2011
California State University, San Bernardino
The Association Between Eating Disorders And Substance Abuse, Jandely Liviel Eich, Luisa Rodriguez
Theses Digitization Project
The goal of this study was to explore the prevalence rates of substance abuse in women that are at risk of eating disorders. At the present time there are no formal treatment programs that address the unique needs of clients with both eating disorders and substance abuse problems. Most agenices will treat these disorders separately.
Court Mandated Treatments: Participation In Alcoholics Anonymous,
2011
California State University, San Bernardino
Court Mandated Treatments: Participation In Alcoholics Anonymous, Ruth Sophia Guerrero
Theses Digitization Project
This study provides a building block for future studies to further explore the meanings of Alcholics Anonymous (A.A.) and what makes it work. It specfically focused on the effects of A.A. on court mandated substance abuse treatment programs. Social workers may not always understand A.A.'s impact because there are no 'experts' providing services, yet it works because of the peer support system within the group and Social Workers need to encourage clients to participate in the court mandated treatment as part of their recovery.
Job Satisfaction Of Nonprofit Workers,
2011
California State University, San Bernardino
Job Satisfaction Of Nonprofit Workers, Christine Sarah Johnson
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to investigate the overall job satisfaction of employees that work in nonprofit organizations that have religious names. The study used individual survey methods to collect its data. Participants for this study were recruited from paid employees of Catholic Charities of San Bernardino and Riverside (CCSBR), one of the largest non-profit organizations in the Inland Empire. A total of 48 employees participated in this study.
Knowledge Of Master Of Social Work Students Regarding Parental Incarceration: An Exploratory Study,
2011
California State University, San Bernardino
Knowledge Of Master Of Social Work Students Regarding Parental Incarceration: An Exploratory Study, Shyra Lynn Harris
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this research study was to explore the level of knowledge among Master's of Social Work (MSW) students regarding the effects of parental incarceration on the children and families involved, and the special needs that result from this experience. This study utilized an online survey targeting MSW students at three Southern California Schools of Social Work to assess their overall knowledge of this topic, how this knowledge was attained, and level of competence and confidence that the respondents felt in meeting the psycho-social needs of the population. A total of 70 surveys were completed by the target respondents.
Perceived Parental Involvement Among Mexicans,
2011
California State University, San Bernardino
Perceived Parental Involvement Among Mexicans, Jose Rosas Hernandez
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to conduct a descriptive analysis of the effect of parental involvement on educational engagement among Mexican children. This study utilized a sample of 50 Mexican parents surveyed at the Rubidoux Swap meet in Rubidoux, California to examine parental involvement in their child's education. A quantitative data analysis was utilized.
Perceptions Of Former Foster Youth Regarding Their Experiences With Mentorship Programs/Relationships While In Foster Care,
2011
California State University, San Bernardino
Perceptions Of Former Foster Youth Regarding Their Experiences With Mentorship Programs/Relationships While In Foster Care, Kwaku Antwi Boasiako, Ryan Eugene Shroads
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to examine the perceptions of former foster youth regarding the experiences with mentor programs/relationships while in foster care.
Sacred Silence: Domestic Abuse In Conservative Christian Communities,
2011
California State University, San Bernardino
Sacred Silence: Domestic Abuse In Conservative Christian Communities, Michelle Louise Pontell
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to better understand the experience of conservative Christian women who are victims of domestic violence and to identify service delivery strategies and interventions that could help to benefit this under served population. This study found that the biblical teachings on divorce and submission were two primary factors contributing to Christian women staying in abusive marriages.
Social Workers' Perceptions Of The Factors Related To Reentry,
2011
California State University, San Bernardino
Social Workers' Perceptions Of The Factors Related To Reentry, Rachel Joy Burak
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to examine social workers' perspectives on which factors are associated with reentry rates for families in San Bernardino County. Social workers are able to observe families and interact personally with them; therefore social workers have unique insights regarding families' needs and attributes that a secondary analysis of administrative data would fail to provide.
The Relationship Between Cultural Loyalty And Attachment, And Career Aspirations And Perceived Realistic Career,
2011
California State University, San Bernardino
The Relationship Between Cultural Loyalty And Attachment, And Career Aspirations And Perceived Realistic Career, Heather Lynn Hernandez
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study is to determine if there is a relationship between cultural loyalty and attachment, and career aspirations and their perceived realistic career among college students. The participants used for this study consists of fifty-six students attending the California State University, San Bernardino. Data was collected through paper surveys at both the Student Assistance In Learning (SAIL) office in the University Hall building, and outside the Santos Manuel Student Union.
The Relationship Between Educational Attainment And Mindfulness Practice,
2011
California State University, San Bernardino
The Relationship Between Educational Attainment And Mindfulness Practice, Carlos Anthony Castro
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to identify what possible correlations exist between education level and the utilization of mindfulness practice with regards to self-care among direct practice mental health professionals and paraprofessionals. Data were gathered from surveys distributed to mental health practitioners in San Bernardino County. The sampling for this study included 63 subjects currently providing mental health services in San Bernardino County.
The Relationship Between Sexual Assault Disclosure Reactions And Psychological Symptoms,
2011
California State University, San Bernardino
The Relationship Between Sexual Assault Disclosure Reactions And Psychological Symptoms, Danielle Renee Buckland
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to investigate sexual assault disclosure reactions and psychological symptoms. It was predicted that negative disclosure reactions would be positively correlated with psychological symptoms and positive disclosure reactions would be negatively correlated with psychological symptoms. Participants include twenty-nine females who had previously experienced a sexual assault. Each participant filled out several on-line questionnaires.
Can Social Workers Recognize Depression In The Elderly?,
2011
California State University, San Bernardino
Can Social Workers Recognize Depression In The Elderly?, Teresa Ramon, Monica Maria Wettengel
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study is to explore whether social workers can recognize depression in the elderly. The elderly who are experiencing depression usually do not seek treatment from mental health professionals. Instead they go to primary care personnel in medical settings. Yet, social workers are employed in medical settings and are part of the primary care personnel. But, often the medical and/or mental health communities' lack of recognition of late life depression results from the attitude that old age is innately a downward spiral into limitations, weakness, helplessness, and burdensome existence.
Motivation For Paticipation In The Senior Peer Counseling Program,
2011
California State University, San Bernardino
Motivation For Paticipation In The Senior Peer Counseling Program, Stephanie Auld Kleppe
Theses Digitization Project
This study looked at the Senior Peer Counseling Program to see what motivated these seniors to volunteer. Much research has been done on voluteering and the older adult population, much of it showing the benefits of volunteering on the health and well-being of the seniors that volunteer. The San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health's Agewise program has has a Senior Peer Counseling Program in effect since 1987 and increased it through MHSA (Mental Health Services Act) funding in 2007.
Achieving Permanency In The Adoptions Of Special Needs Children: What Factors Lead To Adoption Disruption?,
2011
California State University, San Bernardino
Achieving Permanency In The Adoptions Of Special Needs Children: What Factors Lead To Adoption Disruption?, Stephanie Frances Duran
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to look at the factors that lead to disruption in the adoption of special needs children. Families that adopt special needs children may or may not be aware that they need post adoption services and may be reluctant to ask for them even when they are experiencing difficulty.
An Evaluation Of The California Brief Multicultural Competence Scale And Training For Mental Health Practices,
2011
California State University, San Bernardino
An Evaluation Of The California Brief Multicultural Competence Scale And Training For Mental Health Practices, Catherine Tillie Smith, Dahlia Avila
Theses Digitization Project
This study was designed to investigate the effectiveness of the California Brief Multicultural Competence Scale (CBMCS) and training as a tool to increase cultural competency skills. The interest of this was to determine if the training brought about a change in empathy or effectively increased knowledge about the importance of culture.
Participants' Perceptions On The Effectiveness Of The "Parents In Partnership" Program Of Los Angeles County,
2011
California State University, San Bernardino
Participants' Perceptions On The Effectiveness Of The "Parents In Partnership" Program Of Los Angeles County, Shaniece Anejo Hunter-Moffett
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to examine participants' perceptions on the effectiveness of the "Parents in Partnership" program (PIP) of the Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services. Parents in Partnership (PIP) is a collaborative effort between the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) and parent partner paraprofessionals toward facilitation of safe reunification and permanency through education, support and mentoring of birth parents. The program's sole goal is the timely and safe reunification of children and their families. Face-to-face interviews were conducted with fourteen participants in the PIP program. Both mentors and mentees were interviewed.
The North Shore Public Transportation Dilemma: How Local Sociopolitical Ideologies, Ethnic Discrimination And Class Oppression Create Marginalization, And A Community's Quest For Social Justice,
2011
California State University, San Bernardino
The North Shore Public Transportation Dilemma: How Local Sociopolitical Ideologies, Ethnic Discrimination And Class Oppression Create Marginalization, And A Community's Quest For Social Justice, Katrina Renea Millet, Lisa Renee Otero
Theses Digitization Project
This research attempted to uncover the sociopolitical ideologies, ethnic discrimination, and class oppression that create sustained social dominance through resource control in the unicorporated community of the Salton Sea located in Eastern Riverside County, California in regard to public transportation issues.
Sexual Offender Registries: Public Safety Or Scarlet Letter?,
2011
Boise State University
Sexual Offender Registries: Public Safety Or Scarlet Letter?, Marilyn Hiller
McNair Scholars Research Journal
Sexual offender legislation has been based on “moral panics” stemming from sensationalized cases (i.e. Wetterling, Kanka, and Klaas). The variety of sex offenders that are treated with blanket punishment is causing collateral consequences which actually create more risk to the public. By comparing the Idaho Sexual Offender Registry with the Idaho Department of Justice Database, this study determined what offenses were being committed after placement on the registry. My research identifies a collateral consequence of unsafe driving conditions. It found that there was a 113% increase of moving traffic related charges and 94% increase of non-moving violations such as driving …
The Creation Of Self-Directed Nutrition Education Modules In The Women, Infants, And Children (Wic) Program,
2011
California State University, San Bernardino
The Creation Of Self-Directed Nutrition Education Modules In The Women, Infants, And Children (Wic) Program, Veronica Huff
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this project was to design a series of self-directed learning modules for enrollees in the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program in Riverside County, California. The WIC Program is a supplemental nutrition program that, among other things, provides participants with nutrition education to help them understand the health benefits of choosing more nutritious food. This project features information concerning the problem of food insecurity, the nutrition education of low-income women and children in the WIC program, and the characteristics of adult learners. The objective was to examine the WIC participants' comprehension and willingness to use self-directed learning …
The Influence Of Gender Scripts On African American College Student Condom Use,
2011
California State University, San Bernardino
The Influence Of Gender Scripts On African American College Student Condom Use, Kelechi Nkeiruka Ihenacho, Christina Nicole Burden
Theses Digitization Project
This study examines how African American gender scripts influence condom use for disease and pregnancy prevention. One-hundred African American California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB) students were selected to participate in this study. Fifty African American males and fifty African American females were surveyed for this study to be representative of the African American community on campus.
