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The stress process model and physical health outcomes of parent versus adult child caregivers

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Ourada, Verna E. Zehner

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As the baby boomer generation ages, and as advanced medical techniques keep people alive longer, the need for family caregivers will grow. Researchers have determined that the health of family caregivers is generally poorer that noncaregivers. Also, the type of family relationship has been determined to influence health outcomes. This...

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Using interactive technology to improve health : is weight loss just a mouse-click away?

Creator:

Grall, Sarah K.

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Since 1980, the prevalence of obesity among U.S. adults has more than doubled, accompanied by increases in chronic conditions like heart disease and diabetes. This high prevalence and associated disease burden continues to be a threat to public health. Despite years of efforts to stem the tide of obesity, successful...

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Dissertation
Effects of decision making on landing neuromechanics as a function of task and sex

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Mache, Melissa A

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Although the incidence of non-contact anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries is greater among women than men athletes, the factors that contribute to this greater risk of injury are not well understood. One relevant question is whether decision making during landing influences the biomechanical and neuromuscular factors thought to contribute to...

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