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The Effect of Media Influence on Body Image: The Role of Locus of Control and Dietary Restraint
(2006-05)Locus of control, media influence, and dietary restraint have all been associated with changes in body image satisfaction. Undergraduate women (n=167) completed the restraint subscale of the Three-Factor Eating Questionnaire, ... -
An Exploratory Examination of Burnout and Coping Strategies in Traumatic Brain Injury Rehabilitation Workers
(2003-05)An exploratory study of burnout and coping strategies of traumatic brain injury (TBI) rehabilitation workers (N=29) using the Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI) and the Revised Ways of Coping Checklist (R WCC) revealed that ... -
The Social and Nonsocial Impact of Anabolic Androgenic Steroids and Low Serotonin in Pubertal Male Rats: A Behavioral and Neurochemical Analysis
(2007-05)This study' s purpose was to determine the behavioral and neurochemical impact of low serotonin (5-HT), via p-chlorophenylalanine (PCPA) injections, in males exposed to anabolic androgenic steroids (AAS) during puberty. ... -
Differences in Appraisal, Coping Styles, and Anger Traits between Fibromyalgia Subgroups
(2001-12)No abstract prepared. -
Social Physique Anxiety, Eating Attitudes, and Nutrition Behaviors in Female Collegiate Athletes
(2009-05)The purpose of this study was to compare members of two separate Texas State University- San Marcos female sports teams (track and field and softball) in regards to their social physique anxiety, eating attitudes,-and ... -
Cynicism in Police Officers: Correlates and Consequences
(2009-12)Cynicism in police officers is important to understand because of the potential impact on the department and the larger community. Police departments must identify characteristics associated with police cynicism to provide ... -
Effects of Nicotine Pharmacology and Stimulus Expectancies on Withdrawal and Attentional Processing
(2010-12)Smoking is a major public health issue in the United States. People smoke for different reasons many of which go beyond the simple pharmacology of nicotine. The current study sought to clarify the independent and potentially ... -
Understanding the Conceptualization of Autism in Hispanic Cultures
(2010-05)Although the rate of autism diagnoses is rising, Hispanic children are diagnosed at a disproportionately low rate. For Hispanic children to receive equal access to autism services, it is important to understand the reasons ... -
Perfectionism as a Moderator of Heart Rate Variability When Using Adult Coloring Books
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Perceived Racism: A Comprehensive Model of Identity-Related Antecedences, Moderators, and Consequences
(2018-05)The phenomenon of racism has been a growing social-issue and continues today. This study examines the antecedences, moderators, and consequences of perceived racism to better understand this phenomenon and help reduce its ... -
The Effects of Narrative Writing on Stress Level in an Exercising Population
(2003-12)No abstract prepared. -
The Influence of Positive Writing on Reported Stress and Job Performance
(2009-05)Occupational stress can be a significant burden for individuals and organizations. Although work-related stress has been addressed in a number of occupations, those in the restaurant industry tend to be left out of work-stress ... -
Direct-to-Consumer Advertising of Pharmaceuticals: A Content Analysis
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Sensation-Seeking and Sport Motivation among Board Sport Competitors
(2004-08)No abstract prepared. -
Predictors of Behavioral Intention and Vitamin Supplement Use in a College Sample of Mexican-American Women
(2009-05)Neural tube defects (NTDs) are malformations of the brain and spine which can result from inadequate folic acid intake (CDC, 2007). Every year approximately 3000 deaths in the United States are attributable to NTDs. ...
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Political Identity Priming and Own-Race Bias in Caucasian and Hispanic/Latino College Students
(2020-05)Own-race bias (ORB) occurs when individuals exhibit enhanced recognition memory for faces of one’s own race as opposed to faces belonging to other races. Recent research indicates that promoting the salience of shared ... -
Prejudice and Discrimination Towards a Person with Atypical Sexual Behaviors/Feelings Based on Race/Ethnicity and Sex
(2020-05)This study is an exploration of prejudice and discrimination, specifically negative attitudes against sadism, racism against African Americans, and sexism against males. The purpose of the study is to expose people to ... -
The Effects of Induced Positive and Negative Emotion on WAIS-IV Working Memory and Processing Speed Performance
(2020-05)No abstract prepared. -
An Analysis of EEG Spectral Power Between Laboratory and Natural Environments
(2020-05)Traditional electroencephalography (EEG) studies have been limited by logistical and practical issues that confine data collection to a structured laboratory setup. In this study we evaluated how externally valid EEG ... -
Long Distance Versus Geographically Close Romantic Relationships: Comparing Satisfaction, Costs, and Benefits
(2020-05)No abstract prepared.
