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  • Emotion regulation and hyperactivity during the transition into adolescence

    Creator:
    Lewis, Kendra M.
    Abstract:
    This study posited that maturational growth in emotion regulation should be associated with reduction in hyperactivity during the transition into adolescence. The longitudinal design assessed emotion regulation and hyperactivity in an urban community sample of children in three waves, at ages 10.6, 11.6, and 12.6 years. A parallel growth curve...
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    Masters Thesis
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    Samuel Vuchinich This study posited that maturational growth in emotion regulation should be

  • A Bioecological Model of Grief Recovery : Theory and Test of the Model

    Creator:
    Romo, Daniel L.
    Abstract:
    A primary aim of bereavement research is to alleviate suffering and promote well-being at the junction of life and death for the survivor in an attachment relationship. Bereavement research in the last decade has focused primarily on examining grief recovery within the context of intrapersonal processes. This emphasis has often...
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    Dissertation
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    Abstract approved: Samuel Vuchinich A primary aim of bereavement research is to alleviate

  • Adolescent out-of-school programs and negative outcomes : a longitudinal analysis

    Creator:
    Luckey, Brian P.
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    This study examined associations between participation in voluntary out-of-school programs (e.g., scouting, Boys' and Girls' Clubs, 4-H, YMCA/YWCA) in adolescence and four negative outcomes: school dropout, early sexual activity, delinquency, and drug use. A prospective longitudinal design had collected four waves of interview data on a national sample of 15,000...
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    Masters Thesis
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    Analysis. Abstract approved: Samuel Vuchinich This study examined associations between participation in

  • A comparison of two different balance programs

    Creator:
    Eisenhard, Jordyn
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    There is limited knowledge regarding differential training as it relates to balance. The purpose of this study was to compare the performance and retention of a differential training balance program and a traditional balance program. Thirty-three Division I soccer athletes volunteered to participate and 29 completed the study. Participants were...
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    approved: ___________________________________________________________________________ Samuel T

  • Evaluation of a social-emotional and character development program : methods and outcomes

    Creator:
    Lewis, Kendra M.
    Abstract:
    Schools are increasingly expected to prevent and decrease violence, substance use, and other problem behaviors linked to academics and prepare students to be contributing members of society. One approach with proven success in promoting positive outcomes related to a broad range of student behaviors and personal characteristics is social-emotional learning,...
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    Dissertation
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    : _____________________________________________________________________ Samuel Vuchinich Schools are increasingly expected to prevent and decrease violence

  • Self-care training for school age children : an impact study of parenting and employment

    Creator:
    Palmer, Diane J.
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    An increasing number of children care for themselves (self-care) while their parents are employed outside the home. A literature review suggested a connection between child care concerns and employed parents' increased stress, role overload, and lower productivity. This study evaluated the impact of an educational training program for families with...
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    Masters Thesis

  • Effect of a systems-oriented graduate training program on practitioner systemic thinking : a follow-up study

    Creator:
    Peterson, Raymond W.
    Abstract:
    This follow-up study investigated the effect of a systems-oriented graduate training program upon system thinking among practitioners who had completed training, using a post-test only, treatment-comparison group design. The subjects consisted of practitioners matriculated through two counselor-related programs at a medium-sized college in the Northwest during the years 1985-1991. A...
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    Dissertation

  • Exploring stakeholders' attitudes and beliefs regarding behaviors that prevent the spread of invasive species : a focus group study

    Creator:
    Kubeck, Gwenn
    Abstract:
    This research explores the barriers that prevent stakeholders from changing their hobby behaviors to help prevent the spread of invasive species in Oregon. Invasive species are increasingly causing economic and ecosystem harm in Oregon. This is among the first studies done on the human dimensions of invasive species. Using the...
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    Masters Thesis
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    Spread of Invasive Species: A Focus Group Study Abstract approved: Samuel Chan

  • Characterizing and Assessing the Researcher-Stakeholder Engagement Process for Water Sustainability : The Willamette Water 2100 Project

    Creator:
    Ferguson, Laura B.
    Abstract:
    Natural resource management and policy is ideally informed by the best available science. Natural resource researchers ideally participate in broader impacts activities to extend the reach of their best available research. However, there are many cultural, institutional, and practical barriers to participating in broader impact activities and to incorporating science...
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    . Abstract approved: ______________________________________________________ Samuel Chan Natural

  • Spinal Motor Control Adaptations to Explosive Strength Training

    Creator:
    Stone, Clara A.
    Abstract:
    The nervous system has an integral role in rapid torque production of the lower extremity, which is often necessary for proper motor response to a dynamic environment. The nervous system is complex with numerous pathways, including spinal motor control networks, which influence the ability to move. However, few studies have...
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    approved: ______________________________________________________ Samuel T. Johnson The