Browsing UW-Oshkosh Office of Graduate Studies by Title
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Quality of life in adults with recurrent diabetic foot ulcers
(2011-04)Persons with diabetes have been found to have a lower quality of life (QOL) than the general non-diabetic population. Those that suffer from diabetic foot ulcers (DFU) have an even lower reported QOL. Previous studies ... -
Quantitative trait loci and global expression patterns offer insight into phenotypic plasticity
(2011-12)Phenotypic plasticity, i.e. changes in phenotype with environment, may allow organisms to produce optimal phenotypes in all environments (adaptive plasticity). There is considerable discussion about the genetic mechanisms ... -
Reclaiming Helen: discovering the facets behind the infamous face
(2019-05)A vivacious demigod, a scapegoat, an intercessor of love, a shameful adulterer, a pawn traded between men, a victimized woman persecuted by her society, a border crosser: Helen of Greek mythology has played all of these ... -
Recruitment process outsourcing: one size fits all? : recruiter competence and firm reputation effects
(2016-06-15)Though the use of recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) has increased in recent years, little research has examined the impact that RPO may have on applicants. This is particularly relevant as extant findings suggest that ... -
REDOX REGULATION OF PHOTOSYNTHESIS BY THE CYTOCHROME bf COMPLEX: MECHANISMS AND CONSEQUENCES
(2013-05)Photosynthesis is a fundamental and central metabolic process of our planet. Honed by billions of years of evolution, it forms the basis for the food chain that sustains our ecosphere. Photosynthesis begins with sunlight ... -
REDUCING ATTENTIONAL BLINK: COLOR VS. SOUND
(2013-08)Prior research on attentional blink (AB) has demonstrated that although this attention diminishes with exposure to different stimuli, attention training paradigms to reduce AB are still being explored. Questions remain as ... -
The relationship between BMI, self-assessment, and brain processing of food images
(2014-08)Several studies have focused on cognitive processing of food-related stimuli in response to the rising obesity rates. Previous research has examined the potential connection between brain responses to pictures of food ... -
Relationship Between Educator Self-Efficacy and Perceived Learned Helplessness Among Students With Disabilities Within Inclusion Classrooms
(2012-01)The focus of this action research is to investigate the correlation between the level of reported educator self-efficacy and the level of teacher perceived learned helplessness among students with disabilities within the ... -
THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN HEALTH LITERACY, SELF-EFFICACY, AND QUALITY OF LIFE AMONG HEART FAILURE PATIENTS
(2010-05)Heart failure (HF) is a growing healthcare concern nearing epidemic numbers. The prevalence of HF was 5.8 million in 2006, with an annual incidence rate of 10 per 1000 after age 65. Mortality rates are high, as HF accounts ... -
Relationship between health locus of control and health-related behaviors of nurse practitioners
(2009-04-13)Nurse practitioners (NPs) are experienced nurses with the education and clinical experience to instruct and counsel individuals and their families regarding healthy lifestyle behaviors. Nurse practitioners have great ... -
THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN ILLNESS PERCEPTIONS AND HEALTH-PROMOTING BEHAVIORS AFTER MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION
(2009-06)Over half of all Americans who suffer a new myocardial infarction (MI) will have a recurrent MI. Risk for subsequent heart related events could be reduced through the regular practice of health-promoting behaviors (HPB). ... -
The relationship between obesity and physical activity in children
(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, ... -
THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PERCEIVED STRESS AND RESILIENCE AMONG ADOLESCENTS WITH CYSTIC FIBROSIS
(2010-05)Despite a shortened lifespan, children with cystic fibrosis (CF) are living into early adulthood; however, most of their lifespan is spent in adolescence. Adolescence is a time of complex physical and psychosocial development, ... -
THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN SOCIAL SUPPORT AND HEALTH-PROMOTING LIFESTYLE BEHAVIORS IN UNINSURED ADULTS
(2010-05)The role that health-promoting lifestyle behaviors play in the prevention of chronic disease has been widely studied and reported. However, only a limited number of studies have addressed the relationship between social ... -
The Relationships Between School Professionals and Families from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Backgrounds on IEP Teams: Educational Professionals' Views and Perceptions
(2008-01)Educational professionals' beliefs and perceptions about the experiences of families from culturally and linguistically diverse (CLD) backgrounds during Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) meetings and their relationships ... -
Rereading female bodies in Little Snow-White: Independence and autonomy versus subjugation and invisibility
(2009-04-14)In this thesis, the circumstances and events that motivate the Queen to murder Snow-White are reexamined. Instead of confirming the Queen as wicked, she becomes the protagonist. The Queen's actions reveal her intent to ... -
RESILIENCE IN LGBTQ COLLEGE STUDENTS AND YOUNG ADULTS: THE KIDS ARE ALRIGHT
(2013-08)LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning) identified persons are subject to prejudice, discrimination, and gender-related physical/emotional violence. Limited research also shows that these individuals ...