Browsing by Author "Human Development and Family Science"
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Effectiveness of Visual Supports in the Home for Preschool Age Children with Autism: Implementation of Modified TEACCH Methodology
Velez, Laura Elena (East Carolina University, 2016-07-25)Researchers examined the effectiveness of visual supports in the home for preschool age children (3-5 years old) with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) using a modified TEACCH methodology. Four parents of children with ASD ... -
Effects of Childhood Chronic Illness on Depression Outcomes in Adulthood
Shanahan, Aubrie (East Carolina University, 2022-12-06)The present study evaluated the impacts of a chronic illness diagnosis in childhood on long-term depression levels in adulthood. Additionally, this study sought to determine whether the age at which a diagnosis was received ... -
Effects of Prenatal Parenting Education Classes
Stridick, Margaret Ann (East Carolina University, 2017-04-28)Participants were pregnant women receiving prenatal care through East Carolina University's Brody Medical Center, along with their partners. The present study investigated the effects of prenatal education regarding ... -
Engaging in healthy sexual decision making: The role of protective factors from an ecological systems perspective
Senn, Rebecca R. (East Carolina University, 2016-05-04)A sample of 235 emerging adults at a southeastern university was surveyed about past and current sexual decision-making. Researchers investigated the role of protective factors in early and current sexual decision-making ... -
EXAMINING CRIMINAL JUSTICE CONTACT ON FUTURE OUTCOMES: DOES AGE AT FIRST ARREST OR INCARCERATION IMPACT FUTURE MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE USE?
Iglesias, Annelyse (East Carolina University, 2021-07-14)The current study sought to investigate the impact of age of first arrest and age of first incarceration on current substance use and mental health outcomes. The increasing prevalence of mass incarceration in the United ... -
Examining the Relationship Between Reading Comprehension and Keyboarding Ability
Thorley, Mackenzie (East Carolina University, 2019-05-02)In order to help children reach the optimum skill level in typing, this study will examine the relationship between reading skill level and keyboarding abilities of children in kindergarten through second grade. There is ... -
EXPERIENCES OF SCHOOL-AGED SIBLINGS OF INDIVIDUALS LIVING WITH COMPLEX, CONGENITAL HEART DEFECTS
Bernardino, Annalise C (East Carolina University, 2022-07-14)Although some research has examined the experiences of well-siblings of children with chronic health conditions, more research is needed to specifically explore the lived experiences of school-aged well-siblings of individuals ... -
Exploring Camper Perspectives on Health Care Transition Programming Offered Through Medical Specialty Camps
Chesnutt, James "Tripp" W., III (East Carolina University, 2022-12-07)Planned health care transition from pediatric to adult health care is necessary for adolescents and young adults with chronic diagnoses to have positive health outcomes. Medical specialty camps offer an opportunity for ... -
EXPLORING INTERRALTIONSHIPS BETWEEN INDIVIDUAL AND SOCIAL SUPPORT DOMAINS ON HEALTH CARE TRANSITION READINESS OF EMERGING ADULTS WITH CONGENITAL HEART DISEASE
Mayo, Margaret A. (East Carolina University, 2016-07-20)Emerging adults with congenital heart disease or heart disease acquired during childhood (YACHD) require interdisciplinary services to facilitate their transition from pediatric to adult health care due to multiple components ... -
Exploring Latino Parent and School Staff Perspectives on Latino Parent Involvement in Public Schools
Daughtridge, Sarah E (East Carolina University, 2019-12-10)The purpose of this qualitative study was to explore experiences and culturally appropriate practices of Latino parents' participation in the public school system. The study also explored school staff perceptions and actions ... -
EXPLORING NORTH CAROLINA HEAD START TEACHERS’ PERCEPTIONS OF THE PROFESSIONAL LEARNING COMMUNITY COLLABORATIVE FRAMEWORK
Holmes, Lanie (East Carolina University, 2022-12-05)Professional learning communities, or PLCs, comprise of a group of educators, and sometimes other professionals, that meet, share their ideas, and work together to problem solve and share strategies related to teaching and ... -
EXPLORING PARENTING STYLES AND BEHAVIORS AMONG FOSTER PARENTS
Asbury, Jenna (East Carolina University, 2022-04-22)This mixed methods study with a triangulation design aimed to review the impact of parenting styles and those that most make up parenting care among foster parents today. It hoped to assess how foster parents individually ... -
Exploring Parents' Perceptions of Externalizing and Internalizing Behaviors and Their Choice of Therapy
Williams, Rachel (East Carolina University, 2017-04-28)Mental health problems in children, such as the prevalence of externalizing and internalizing behaviors are a growing crisis in the United States. The economic shift in recent years has resulted in many parents working ... -
Exploring Perceptions of Patient-and-Family Centered Care Practices of Pediatricians and the Potential of Child Life Services in Primary Care Settings
Russo, Carly A. (East Carolina University, 2017-12-06)The current study explored primary care pediatricians' perceptions of their patient and family centered practices and the potential for the role of child life specialist in outpatient primary care practices. Child life ... -
Exploring Pre-Service Early Childhood Education (ECE) Teachers' Experience with Nutrition Education
Resor, Jessica (East Carolina University, 2018-04-23)This study aimed to understand early childhood pre-service teachers' thoughts and experiences with nutrition education in their undergraduate program and how these experiences play into their perceptions and future use of ... -
Exploring the Effects of Hurricane Matthew: Perceptions of Elementary Educators
Schlierf, Emily Elizabeth (East Carolina University, 2018-05-01)Natural disasters have a traumatic impact that is pronounced in vulnerable populations such as children and areas of low socio-economic status. Children experience secondary effects from disasters such as anxiety, depression, ... -
Exploring the Experience of a Crisis of Faith: A Qualitative Study
Webb, Claire D (East Carolina University, 2019-07-24)For some, religion and spirituality play a crucial role in one's life, influencing their values, behaviors, and relationships. Research suggests that spirituality gives one a sense of purpose and identity, and can allow ... -
Exploring the Experiences and Attitudes of Healthcare Professionals Caring for People with Intellectual Disability
Tucker, Emily C (East Carolina University, 2022-04-20)People with intellectual disability experience profound health disparities and care inequities. A systematic review focusing on the implementation of community-based mental health interventions for adults with intellectual ... -
Exploring the Experiences, Roles, and Impacts of Child Life Specialists Providing Psychosocial Care on Short Term Medical Missions
Backes, Emily M. (East Carolina University, 2016-05-03)Certified child life specialists (CCLSs) are serving on international short term medical missions (STMMs) to provide psychosocial care for children and families. This is the first known study to examine the experiences ... -
EXPLORING THE RELATIONSHIPS AMONG AUTHORITATIVE PARENTING, RELIGIOSITY, AND ADOLSCENT INTERNALIZING BEHAVIORS
Foster, Diane C. (East Carolina University, 2016-07-20)The public health issue of adolescent depression and anxiety in association with religiosity and family dynamics has not been established. This research explored the associations among authoritative parenting, religiosity ...