Browsing by Author "Jambunathan, Jaya"
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Difference in postpartum depression between primiparous women who have single births versus multiple births
Parmentier, Angela M. (2011-05)Postpartum depression is a medical condition that affects 13% of mothers at some point during the first year following childbirth. This illness can be devastating and may lead to a loss of one's self identity. The purpose ... -
EVALUATION OF A FALLS PREVENTION PROGRAM FOR THE RURAL ELDERLY
Coughlin, DaRae M. (2010-05)Falls are a major concern in the elderly population because of the significant impact on health status and quality of life. Falls are the leading cause of unintentional deaths in persons 65 and older. Modifiable risk factors ... -
The Experience of infertility from the male perspective
Laughlin, Tiffany L. (2011-05)Infertility is estimated to occur in 15-20% of couples in the United States. Although infertility has psychosocial consequences of varying intensity for both individuals and couples, available research on infertility ... -
HOSPITAL EDUCATORS' EXPECTATIONS OF ENTRY-LEVEL GRADUATE NURSES
Buteyn, Priscilla Navis (2010-05)Nursing has recognized a dramatically changing practice environment. Graduate nurses are exposed to greater challenges and stresses than in previous decades. In a competitive healthcare delivery system, where cost ... -
The lived experience of depression and coping : perspectives of depressed males and their spouses/significant others
Witte, Jill (2009-04-10)The purpose of this study was to explore and describe the lived experiences of depression and coping from the perspectives of men and their spouses/significant others. Depression affects over 6% of Americans. More than ... -
THE LIVED EXPERIENCE OF MOTHERS OF SOLDIERS DEPLOYED TO A WAR ZONE
Kraus, Kathy (2009-05)Since the events of September 11, 2001 and the declaration of the "Global War on Terrorism" began our U.S. military forces have significantly increased military deployments. Military-induced separations can be very ... -
Parents' perceptions of assessment and treatment options for their child with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
Wech, Carla (2011-05)Assessment and evaluation of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common complaint in primary care. Although, there are ADHD criteria, assessment, and treatment guidelines available to help diagnose a ... -
THE PROCESS OF DECIDING TO LOSE WEIGHT: A QUALITATIVE STUDY OF YOUNG WOMEN
Foth, Jacklyn M. (2010-05)Obesity is a major problem in the United States. Since 1990, obesity prevalence has doubled in adults, and overweight prevalence has tripled in children and adolescents. The prevalence of both overweight and obesity continues ... -
The Process of seeking treatment : how families access care for children with ADHD
Hermus, Ryan J. (2011-05)Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common mental health diagnoses in children and adolescents. According to the Centers for Disease Control, Summary Health Statistics for U.S. Children ... -
The relationship between obesity and physical activity in children
Motquin, Tammy (2009-04-13)Obesity is a worldwide problem. In 2005, at least 20 million children under the age of 5 were overweight (World Health Organization [WHO], 2006). Although the health benefits of physical activity for adults are evident, ... -
Social support and physical activity in over the road truck drivers
McGough, Leigh A. (2011-05)With sedentary lifestyles at the heart of the obesity epidemic, finding ways to increase physical activity is imperative. Certain populations may encounter unique barriers to increasing physical activity, such as over ... -
STUDENTS' PERCEPTIONS OF WHAT INSTRUCTORS DO TO HELP STUDENTS LEARN IN THE CLASSROOM
Parrish, Denise (2009-08)Currently, there are few available research studies examining students' perceptions of what instructors do to help students learn in the classroom. The purpose of this study was to explore and describe how students in a ...