• NDSU Faculty Turnover Study 

  Benz, Rachel Ann (North Dakota State University, 2010)

  The purpose of this qualitative study was to explore the reasons behind faculty turnover from North Dakota State University (NDSU). A list of 45 faculty members who left NDSU between May of 2008 and March of2010 was ...

• Impacts of Technology on Families: Development of a Series of Newsletters to Educate Parents and Children about the Significant Contributions and Negative Aspects of Technology 

  Campion, Alyssa Marie (North Dakota State University, 2010)

  The purpose of this paper is to review research regarding technology's impact on families today. This paper reviews new and varied technologies, such as cell phones, the Internet, video games, and television, and their ...

• Perceptions of Negative Attributes of Never-Married Custodial Mothers and Fathers: A Comparison Study 

  Haire, Amanda Rae (North Dakota State University, 2010)

  The present study examined the differences in the perceptions of the negative attributes of never-married custodial single mothers and fathers. The existing literature indicated that never-married single mothers and ...

• Preparing for the "Silver Tsunami": Grand Forks Analyzes Recreational Opportunities and Challenges for an Aging Baby Boomer Generation. 

  lseminger, Colette Kim (North Dakota State University, 2010)

  The purpose of this study was to explore differences in the recreation areas of lifelong learning, intergenerational programs, fitness and exercise, art and culture programs, and the ability to stay up-to-date with ...

• Parents' Relationship, Differing Parenting Styles and the Effects on their Children 

  Kasson, Ashley Ann (North Dakota State University, 2010)

  The purpose of this study is to examine the influence of parenting practices, the impact of differing parenting practices, and how gender of the parent and child impact child outcomes. The sample for this study was taken ...

• Finding a Home for Spirituality in Couple and Family Therapy Training: An Analysis of CFT Educators' Strategies and Methods For Integrating Spirituality Into the CFT Curriculum 

  Kekic, Jana (North Dakota State University, 2010)

  The purpose of this study was to analyze the specific ways that couple and family therapy (CFT) faculty members integrate content on spirituality into the courses they teach. The study used an existing data set consisting ...

• Women's Sexual Attitudes, Body Image, and Sexual Activity: A Mediation Analysis 

  Lerner, Jessica Lynne (North Dakota State University, 2010)

  Currently, an increasing number of women report sexual difficulties, and previous research has shown that both sexual attitudes and body image have a significant impact on women's sexual activity. While previous studies ...

• An Exploration of the Relationship between College Women's Self-Reported Religiosity and Sexuality 

  Meyhuber, Karisa Jo (North Dakota State University, 2010)

  This study explored how female college students' religiosity varied according to their sexual behavior and attitudes. However, research is limited to showing that never-married female college students who have a high ...

• Post Collegiate Preparedness of Graduating College Seniors at North Dakota State University 

  Onken, Joshua Dean (North Dakota State University, 2010)

  The purpose of this study was to gain new insight on the preparedness for postcollegiate life of graduating college seniors who are living or have lived on-campus in the residence halls in comparison to those who have ...

• Diversity and Social Justice in Couple and Family Therapy Training: An Evaluation of Accredited Programs 

  Ostrom, Angela Lynn (North Dakota State University, 2010)

  Over the past 15 years, the literature in the field of couple and family therapy (CFT) has called for training programs to make issues of social justice a central concern in the training of couple and family therapists ...

• Social Perceptions of Adolescents Based on Height and Facial Maturity 

  Pforr, Elise Marie (North Dakota State University, 2010)

  This study explored the influence of adolescent height and facial maturity on adult social perceptions of their competence. A sample of95 college students completed questionnaires rating the competence level of target ...

• An Exploration of the Relationship Among Community Norms, Identification with Community, and Prosocial Behavior 

  Rust, Courtney Lynn (North Dakota State University, 2010)

  Proponents of social identity theory assert that individuals are motivated to behave in ways consistent with the norms of the social groups in which they belong. The goal of the study was to test the relationship between ...

• Parents Forever: An Assessment of a Brief Divorce Education Program 

  Rittenbach, Christina Marie (North Dakota State University, 2010)

  Parents Forever: Education for Families in Divorce Transition is a four-hour divorce education program that is directed toward educating adults about separation, divorce, and the effects on children. While some pilot ...

• Effect of Perceived Friend Intervention on Individual-level Bullying and Intervention 

  Serdiouk, Marina (North Dakota State University, 2010)

  The main aim of this study was to examine the relation between perceived friend intervention and individual-level bullying and intervention. The mediating role of beliefs about aggression and attitudes toward victims was ...

• Fathers Raising a Child with Autism Spectrum Disorder: Development of a Father Training Course 

  Stokesbary, Camie Johanna (North Dakota State University, 2010)

  The purpose of this paper was to review research on the issue of fathers raising a 111 child diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and outline the development of a father training course for such families. The ...

• Tracking Body Dissatisfaction and Body Ideals of Ethnically Diverse College Women 

  Johnson, Emma (North Dakota State University, 2022)

  Globally, women are exposed to society-created, unachievable body ideals, which change over time and are subject to influence by other, typically Western, societies. Socializing agents such as family members, peers, and ...

• Referring Clients Based Solely on Sexual Orientation: An Exploration of the Role of Homophobia and Clinical Competence 

  Farrell, Molly Teresa (North Dakota State University, 2011)

  The purpose cf this study was to explore how homophobia and clinical competence influence experienced clinicians' beliefs and practices regarding referring a LGB client based solely on the sexual orientation of the client. ...

• The Influence of Fathers on Adolescent Boys' and Girls' Disordered Eating 

  Bulat, Amanda Emily (North Dakota State University, 2011)

  Because eating disorders and body dissatisfaction are significant problems in adolescence, it is important to study the sociocultural influences that may be associated with these attitudes and behaviors. Researchers have ...

• Gender Influences on Perceptions of Marital Reconciliation 

  Hanten, Allyson Rachel (North Dakota State University, 2011)

  This study examines the process of marital reconciliation. More specifically, it addresses gender influences regarding perceptions of the marital reconciliation process. Also, this study identifies how turning points in ...

• Multiracial Identity as a Factor in Body Image and Disordered Eating 

  Leonard, Kerrie (North Dakota State University, 2022)

  Emerging adulthood is a significant developmental stage where both ethnic-racial identitydevelopment and body dissatisfaction/disordered eating are salient. Past research suggests that there are links between identity ...

View more