Copyright (c) 2012 Pacific University All rights reserved. http://commons.pacificu.edu Recent documents in CommonKnowledge en-us Tue, 15 May 2012 04:46:48 PDT 3600 http://commons.pacificu.edu/cashu/10 http://commons.pacificu.edu/cashu/10 Fri, 04 May 2012 13:02:38 PDT Vanita Carrillo-Rush http://commons.pacificu.edu/opt/4 http://commons.pacificu.edu/opt/4 Fri, 04 May 2012 11:50:56 PDT Megan Sis http://commons.pacificu.edu/spp/240 http://commons.pacificu.edu/spp/240 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 17:09:33 PDT This study assessed the current level of subject-object differentiation according to Robert Kegan’s theory of development of individuals by using the subject-object interview (Kegan, 1982; Lahey, L., Souvaine, E., Kegan, R., Goodman, R., & Felix, S.,1988). In addition to an assessment of subject-object development, the events that are perceived to be salient to the participants regarding what spurred their development were assessed as well. Ten participants were interviewed. Individuals were between the ages of 25 and 63 and all indicated their ethnicity as European American/European. Eight females and two males participated in the study. The findings of this study suggest that a combination of both crisis and support facilitate self growth. Additionally, the results indicate that individuals at differing levels of development perceive and experience support differently. Implications of these finds are discussed as they relate to current developmental theories, psychoanalytic theories, and the practice of psychotherapy.

]]> Bryant K. Kilbourn http://commons.pacificu.edu/casfac/50 http://commons.pacificu.edu/casfac/50 Thu, 19 Apr 2012 08:03:56 PDT Token economies have been shown effective and useful within behaviour analysis and general educational literature. However, despite several recommendations for the use of token reinforcement within physical education and the documented effectiveness of token systems applied in physical activity settings, little research has examined these systems specifically within a physical education context. The following review examines the existing literature that applies token systems in physical activity situations. Based on the findings from these studies, paired with the recommended uses in physical education, it can be concluded that token systems may be a useful tool for physical educators. However, further research needs to be conducted, particularly in physical education settings. This review provides a rationale and an impetus for conducting such research.

]]> Andrew E. Alstot http://commons.pacificu.edu/coostu/3 http://commons.pacificu.edu/coostu/3 Thu, 05 Apr 2012 15:55:12 PDT Most, if not all, diseases have an underlying genetic contribution, therefore all clinicians, as health care providers, must have a basic understanding of genetics and competency to care and educate patients on their diseases, especially diseases with significant genetics basis. This report presents ten ophthalmic conditions that are known to be caused by mutations in single genes or combined defects in multiple genes. The main purpose is to introduce interns and clinicians in eye care to some ophthalmic genetics conditions, the core competency in genetics for all health care professionals, the resource available online for further reference, and answers to questions that patients may have about their ocular disorders.

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