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Comparing of inter-session change in parasympathetic tone following habituation in individuals who slept versus those who remained awake between sessions
(2021-10-04)
Archival data from a previous study (Pace-Schott et al., 2012) will be used to evaluate whether, following an intra-session habituation of autonomic responses, subsequent sleep vs. wakefulness results in different degrees ...
Parasocial and Group Attitudes in a Political Context: Does a personable politician improve group acceptance?
(2021-05-21)
This study investigates how exposure to personal narratives of an outgroup leader
may increase positive attitudes toward the leader and, by extension, also her group. To
test this question, the reactions of participants ...
Field Dependence-Independence and Extraversion: Predicting Susceptibility to Demand Characteristics in the Context of a Positive Velten Mood Induction Procedure
(2022-01-13)
MIPs were created so that researchers could study the relationship between mood and behavior (Kenealy, 1986; Lessard, 1993). However, they cannot always be sure that the target mood has been induced because of demand ...
Progress Oriented Appraisal Styles and Action Tendencies Predict Goal Termination Outcomes
(2022-09-30)
Goals are representations of desired future outcomes. A goal is said to be active when it directs behavior, and deactivated when no longer directs behavior. A positivity bias protects active goals from delays, frustration ...
Prevalence and Type of Psychopathology in Ultra Endurance Athletes
(2021-05-12)
This study examined the prevalence and type of mental health disorders present in a population of ultra endurance athletes. Historically, most formal research into this population has centered on physiological implications ...
Performing Arts Education for University Students: Does Training in the Performing Arts Improve Self-Esteem and Self-Efficacy?
(2021-05-14)
This study investigated the role of performing arts education on the self-construct values of self-esteem and self-efficacy. Given the lack of performing arts education for university aged students, the study aims to find ...
Using Digital Implementation Intentions to Enhance Habit Formation in Users of an Awareness-Enhancing Wearable Device for Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors
(2023-04-20)
Although wearable devices have become popular vehicles for contemporary health behavior change interventions, early discontinuation by users is an enduring challenge. Not only do long-term wearable device users rely on ...
Analyzing Stress Appraisals, Coping Strategies and Defense Mechanisms of Adults in Jamaica and in the United States: A Cross-Cultural Study
(2023-05-01)
The chief aim of this study is to explore coping strategies and defense mechanisms in a cross-cultural manner between American and Jamaican individuals. This study is a comparative analysis of the two groups based on ...
The Influence of Growth Mindset of Therapists on the Adoption of Online Technologies for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
(2022-09-30)
In a quest to narrow down my research on the topic of mindset, I decided to focus on those kinds of people who help others with their mindset and mental health but rarely receive attention on their own state of mind: ...
Effect of Restricting Bedtime Smartphone Use on Well-Being for Young Adults: An Experimental Design
(2021-11-08)
Today's young adults grew up in a time of rapid technology growth impacting personal interactions, behavior, and well-being. Research shows both positive and negative impacts of smartphone use. However, as smartphone ...