Trent University Graduate Thesis Collection

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tula:etd
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Collection
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eng
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Copyright for all items in the Trent University Graduate Thesis Collection is held by the author, with all rights reserved, unless otherwise noted.
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Exploring Characteristics of those Utilizing Different Modalities of Treatment for Substance Use Disorders

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Year: 2020, 2020
Member of: Trent University Graduate Thesis Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Fox, Patrick, Thesis advisor (ths): Im-Bolter, Nancie, Degree committee member (dgc): Visser, Beth, Degree committee member (dgc): Agostino, Alba, Degree granting institution (dgg): Trent University
Abstract: <p>Substance use disorder (SUD) is a pervasive psychological disorder detrimentally impacting both individuals and society on a psychological, economic, and social level. The best protocol for treating SUD as well as what defines success in treatment is often debated in the research. However, researchers agree that different psychosocial factors can influence outcomes. The literature… more

Developing social skills: A pilot study of a parent-mediated intervention for children with ASD

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Year: 2020, 2020
Member of: Trent University Graduate Thesis Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): de la Roche, Laura, Thesis advisor (ths): Im-Bolter, Nancie, Degree committee member (dgc): Blair, Karen, Degree committee member (dgc): Agostino, Alba, Degree granting institution (dgg): Trent University
Abstract: <p>Guidelines regarding social skills interventions for children with ASD suggest incorporating a holistic approach. This includes increasing the family's understanding of deficits associated with ASD, integrations of natural environments, and parents as active agents while supporting their well-being. The current availability of holistic parent-mediated interventions for children with… more

Facilitating Self-Regulation through Physical Activity

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Year: 2020, 2020
Member of: Trent University Graduate Thesis Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Thompson, Rachel E, Thesis advisor (ths): Im-Bolter, Nancie, Thesis advisor (ths): Smith-Chant, Brenda, Degree committee member (dgc): Agostino, Alba, Degree granting institution (dgg): Trent University
Abstract: <p>Self-regulation skills have been connected to positive school success and increased academic achievement (McClelland, Acock, & Morrison, 2006). One recently explored method to aid students in their ability to self-regulate is physical activity (Becker, et al., 2011). The purpose of this study was to explore the facilitation of self- regulation through physical activity via access to… more

Problem-Solving and Cognitive Flexibility in Older Adolescents and Young Adults

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Year: 2020, 2020
Member of: Trent University Graduate Thesis Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Mead, Jillian Nicole, Thesis advisor (ths): Im-Bolter, Nancie, Degree committee member (dgc): Agostino, Alba, Degree committee member (dgc): Smith-Chant, Brenda, Degree granting institution (dgg): Trent University
Abstract: <p>Ill-structured problems have changing components that solvers need to adapt their solutions to. Well-structured problems have strict, well-defined procedures, and solvers must know which procedures to apply and when. Research has suggested that these two types of problems utilize different problem-solving skills. The current study focused on the relation between ill-structured… more