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Birthing Experience: Feminism, Symbolic Interaction, and (Re) Defining Birth

Creator:: Roland-Schwartz, Michele L.
Abstract:: In this paper, my aim is to call attention to the meanings women attach to their birthing experiences using the symbolic interaction perspective in conjunction with a feminist lens. I argue that the obstetrical model of childbirth defines the course of the relationship between the laboring woman and attendant, limiting...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

The Consequences of Infelicity : The Effects of Unhappiness on Biological and Social Evolution

Creator:: Martinez, Jorge R.
Abstract:: In social and biological evolution, infelicity can operate as a driving motor to force change. In this essay, for life other than human, infelicity is equated with physical unfitness to compete for the resources of a specific niche. For humanity it is defined as the result of an incongruity between...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Stress and well-being : self-esteem, self-efficacy, rumination, reflection, & religion

Creator:: Huang, Hsiao-Fang
Abstract:: Depression has been one of the most prevalent psychological disorders. Its relationship with life events is reviewed in light of factors influencing the relationship such as self-esteem, attributional styles, and cognitive complexity. The mechanism of depression and its links with personality disorders are looked at in relation to anxiety. The...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: psychological disorders. Its relationship with life events is reviewed in light of factors influencing the

Turning Back the Calendar: An Analysis of Main Street USA’s use of Nostalgia

Creator:: Cox, Travis L.
Abstract:: Main Street USA in Southern California’s Disneyland theme park is often described as nostalgic. However, previous research on this subject has failed to identify what elements actually make Main Street USA nostalgic as well as determine why Disney uses this nostalgia to influence park guests. In order to respond to...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: the broad psychological affects music can have on society. In order to narrow this broad area of

Attentional Bias Toward Facial Emotion Expression : Orienting vs. Disengagement

Creator:: Martin, Nicole R.
Abstract:: The present study examined involuntary attentional bias toward facial emotion expression. Particularly, the study examined two different attentional components for emotional processing, namely, orienting vs. disengagement. A cueing paradigm using two cue presentation times (250ms and 350ms) was used to determine if attention would be involuntarily captured by an irrelevant...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: of Psychological Science for the generous Graduate Teaching Assistantship bestowed upon her

Attitudes toward surrogate mothering theory and measurement

Creator:: Vee, Regina M.
Abstract:: Surrogate motherhood is a very complex issue with many groups having vested interests. In order to measure attitudes specific to surrogacy a 20-item Likert Scale with high reliability was developed through item analysis (N=131, Part-whole correlation range 0.749-0.478). Correlation of surrogacy attitudes was subsequently related to six other instruments: AIDS,...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: permanent home. 3) The child has the right to be protected from the psychological pain inherent in

The Impact of Causal Uncertainty on Dyadic Satisfaction

Creator:: Needham, Shana M.
Abstract:: One's ability to determine the cause and effect nature events is important for navigating within the social realm. However, the ability to determine these relationships is not always as clear. According to Weary and Edwards (1996) causal uncertainty (CU) is the result of an individual perceiving themselves as someone who...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: , I would like to thank the Oregon State University‟s School of Psychological Science for

I Tweet therefore I am: An Interview Study of Identity Development and Portrayal of Twitter Users Utilizing the Communication Theory of Identity

Creator:: Carron, Ashley A.
Abstract:: The rise of social networking is more prevalent in today's society than ever before. Of the existing social networking platforms, Twitter is widely recognized as operating within the social networking elite. With this rise in social networking comes the challenge to develop new strategies of navigation when presenting one's identity...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: aspect of growing and pressing importance, by utilizing the Communication Theory of Identity (CTI) to

The Impact of a Relaxation Exercise on Communication, Apprehension in the Classrogm

Creator:: Hitchcock, Romi C.
Abstract:: The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of a deep breathing and stretching exercise on communication Apprehension, Cohesiveness and Attentiveness. An empirical method was used in this study. All of the subjects involved in the study were students in beginning public speaking courses, Speech 112, at Oregon...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: The impact of a relaxation exercise on communication

Mother's Choices

Creator:: Dietz, Amy L.
Abstract:: A memoir is variously defined as an abbreviated autobiography; a record of events based on the writer's personal observation or knowledge; and the written story of one's own life. I set out to do those things. But when I sat back to read the first of many drafts, I discovered...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Women: Pregnancy and Sexual Activity

Creator:: Kilkenny, Michelle
Abstract:: The perception of the self as a sexual being is challenged by the experience of pregnancy. Included in the experience of pregnancy are issues with perceptions of the self, body image, transition into motherhood, and reconciliation of the self as a sexual being during pregnancy. Through a review of the...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: explore some aspect of sexual activity during the process of becoming a mother, but none actually

Beyond "Clear Transmission" : Commercial Aviation, Communication and Crew Resource Management

Creator:: Robarge, Mary Alida
Abstract:: This exploratory study looks at communication perspectives and applies them to the transcript of USAir Flight 427, a flight that crashed while attempting to land. Researchers calculate that 60% to 80% of the accidents can he traced to pilot error. Many of these errors occur through a single communication event...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Reported Communication Experiences of Married Women Transitioning to Motherhood: A Case Study

Creator:: Hanna, Sarah Elizabeth
Abstract:: This thesis investigates the reported communication experiences of married women transitioning to motherhood. The study involves a series of focus groups in which new mothers share their communicative experiences, explaining how they are navigating their new roles as mothers while also performing roles as wives, daughters, and workers. Informed primarily...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: psychological thoughts and feelings are conceptualized as inner dialogues in which multiple discourses are at

The Cross and The Spiral : A Contemplative Model of Human Development for Prayerful Parenting

Creator:: Smith, Jonathan V., 1966-
Abstract:: This paper outlines a model of human development to help guide contemplative practice in parenting and facilitate prayerful understanding of parent-child development with a focus upon one's own parent-child relationship. The model draws from the tree of life symbolism represented by the cross and the spiral and further elaborated through...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: J.E. Cirlot4 in elaborating the meanings of symbols in a cross-cultural psychological and spiritual

The Impact of Internet and Videogame Use on College Student Development

Creator:: Calhoun, Benjamin W.
Abstract:: In recent decades, there has been a tremendous change in the college student experience. In many ways this change has been driven by developments in technology, which have in turn changed the way students conduct research, socialize, and recreate. This thesis seeks to gain an understanding as to how Internet...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Words of Well-Being : The Relation of an Individual's Word Choice to their Social Well-Being

Creator:: Krieger, Katy
Abstract:: The present research sought to investigate the relationship between an individual's word choice and their social well-being. In the present investigation, social well-being is a person's social health in relation to their social environment, social network, and ability to interact with others in a social context. This thesis was based...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: week long “Psychological Assessment” research practicum. During this time period, participants were

Guilt and Redemption on Wisteria Lane: A Burkeian Analysis of Desperate Housewives

Creator:: Huillet, Michelle M.
Abstract:: In 2004 after Desperate Housewives premiered, it was met with significant criticism condemning the lack of values and morals on the show, depicted through the pervasiveness of sinful and illegal behavior (Olsen & Morgan, 2010). However, Olsen and Morgan contend that sinful and illegal behavior is accompanied with attempts at...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Nonverbal communication and restaurant personnel

Creator:: Drago, Carleen
Abstract:: Servers in a small college town were asked to take part in an interview to assess perceptions of their use of nonverbal communication, how they believe nonverbal communication affects tipping behavior, and whether or not they received formal training in nonverbal communication tactics. The study also links nonverbal communication with...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: been clearly focused on one aspect of the interaction and subsequently, the whole service exchange is

Inspiring End-user Programming Through Exposure to Multi-platform Computing and Improved Integrated Development Environments

Creator:: Beardsley, Dedrie
Abstract:: The art of software engineering inherently requires high-level problem solving and perseverance, as programmers and designers wrestle with complex design and implementation challenges in the process of turning loose concepts and ideas into working code. In the current developer ecosystem, engineers are commonly incentivized extrinsically by monetary rewards, approval or...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Page 24.1 Summary of motivators enhancing basic psychological needs in software engineering

ScholarsArchive@OSU

Birthing Experience: Feminism, Symbolic Interaction, and (Re) Defining Birth

The Consequences of Infelicity : The Effects of Unhappiness on Biological and Social Evolution

Stress and well-being : self-esteem, self-efficacy, rumination, reflection, & religion

Turning Back the Calendar: An Analysis of Main Street USA’s use of Nostalgia

Attentional Bias Toward Facial Emotion Expression : Orienting vs. Disengagement

Attitudes toward surrogate mothering theory and measurement

The Impact of Causal Uncertainty on Dyadic Satisfaction

I Tweet therefore I am: An Interview Study of Identity Development and Portrayal of Twitter Users Utilizing the Communication Theory of Identity

The Impact of a Relaxation Exercise on Communication, Apprehension in the Classrogm

Mother's Choices

Women: Pregnancy and Sexual Activity

Beyond "Clear Transmission" : Commercial Aviation, Communication and Crew Resource Management

Reported Communication Experiences of Married Women Transitioning to Motherhood: A Case Study

The Cross and The Spiral : A Contemplative Model of Human Development for Prayerful Parenting

The Impact of Internet and Videogame Use on College Student Development

Words of Well-Being : The Relation of an Individual's Word Choice to their Social Well-Being

Guilt and Redemption on Wisteria Lane: A Burkeian Analysis of Desperate Housewives

Nonverbal communication and restaurant personnel

Inspiring End-user Programming Through Exposure to Multi-platform Computing and Improved Integrated Development Environments

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