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The Post-Revolutionary Roles Of Fidel Castro: A Semiotic Analysis Of Cuban Political Posters, 1959-1988, Meghan Elizabeth Payne Nov 2017

The Post-Revolutionary Roles Of Fidel Castro: A Semiotic Analysis Of Cuban Political Posters, 1959-1988, Meghan Elizabeth Payne

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This study employs semiotic methods to identify the post-revolutionary roles of former Cuban President Fidel Castro in order to classify the transformations of his character portrayal over time. Informed by Goffman's framing theory as well as suggestions of agenda-setting and priming, this qualitative study analyzes 19 propaganda posters for communications of encoded messages. In this medium, the research explores thematic patterns of sociopolitical and sociocultural signs which add to the richness of Castro's appeal. In addition to providing a unique perspective on interrogating visual images, this study offers a better understanding of the influential power of professional design and the …

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"Sure It's Foreign Music, But It's Not Foreign To Me" Understanding K-Pop's Popularity In The U.S. Using Q Sort, Janice Kim Cho Nov 2017

"Sure It's Foreign Music, But It's Not Foreign To Me" Understanding K-Pop's Popularity In The U.S. Using Q Sort, Janice Kim Cho

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Korea has become a strong influencer of global popular culture. With a handful of Korean celebrities entering mainstream U.S. pop music, Hallyu, the Korean Wave, has been growing tremendously in popularity. Following this global trend, American audiences are increasingly tuning into K-pop. The current study uses Q-sort methodology to investigate the motives, opinions, and attitudes of American fans of K-pop, specifically to find what drives people to seek music whose roots lie in an unfamiliar cultural landscape. Study results show that non-Korean K-pop fans in the United States fall into three distinct groups: the human lovers ("Honey honey, how you …

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Nature Or Nurture In English Academic Writing: Korean And American Rhetorical Patterns, Sunok Kim Nov 2017

Nature Or Nurture In English Academic Writing: Korean And American Rhetorical Patterns, Sunok Kim

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For many years, linguists, ESL writing teachers, and especially students have puzzled over the phenomenon where non-native English writers' sentences are grammatically correct, but their paragraphs and complete essays often appear illogical to native English speaking readers. From the perspective of Kaplan's original contrastive rhetoric theory where American rhetoric is "linear," Korean L2 writers' apparently circular rhetoric causes problems. Even though Korean writers are trying to write paragraphs that are logical for native English readers, this illogical output results in Korean ESL students being perceived as poor writers. In order to discover more about the nature of the rhetorical problems …

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The Effects Of Class-Wide Function-Related Intervention Team (Cw-Fit) Tier 1 In A Middle School Special Education Classroom, Robyn Katie Wright Nov 2017

The Effects Of Class-Wide Function-Related Intervention Team (Cw-Fit) Tier 1 In A Middle School Special Education Classroom, Robyn Katie Wright

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Middle school special education teachers are often concerned about challenging behavior. In recent years, school wide positive behavior support (SWPBS) has been shown to be effective in improving students behavior. Class-wide Function-related Intervention Teams (CW-FIT) is a SWPBS-based program designed to for implementation at the classroom level. CW-FIT utilizes an interdependent group contingency by utilizing social skills training, teacher praise, and positive reinforcement to improve students behavior. Students are taught how to achieve specific social skills and then work in teams, using these social skills, to earn a group reward. CW-FIT has been effective in elementary general education classrooms. It …

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Transcendence Matters: Do The Ways Family Members Experience God Meaningfully Relate To Family Life?, Hilary Dalton, David C. Dollahite, Loren D. Marks Nov 2017

Transcendence Matters: Do The Ways Family Members Experience God Meaningfully Relate To Family Life?, Hilary Dalton, David C. Dollahite, Loren D. Marks

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As more Americans continue to move away from an institutional approach to religion and spirituality to a more personal approach, it is important to explore the ways that personal perspectives about God influence various aspects of life including family life. This study explored how participants viewed and experienced God as an authority figure (Directive Transcendence), as a close confidant (Intimate Transcendence), or as both (Authoritative Transcendence). In-depth interviews with 198 religious families from across America were analyzed using a team-based qualitative approach. These analyses revealed that participants experienced God as both an authority figure and as a close confidant. Both …

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Internet Gaming Disorder In Children And Adolescents, Douglas A. Gentile Phd, Kira Bailey Phd, Daphne Bavelier Phd, Jeanne Funk Brockmyer Phd, Hilarie Cash Phd, Sarah M. Coyne, Andrew Doan Md, Phd, Donald S. Grant Phd, C. Shawn Green Phd, Mark Griffiths Phd, Tracy Markle Ma, Lpc, Nancy M. Petry Phd, Sarah Prot Phd, Cosette D. Rae Msw, Florian Rehbein Phd, Michael Rich Md, Dave Sullivan Lcsw, Elizabeth Woolley Ascis, Kimberly Young Phd Nov 2017

Internet Gaming Disorder In Children And Adolescents, Douglas A. Gentile Phd, Kira Bailey Phd, Daphne Bavelier Phd, Jeanne Funk Brockmyer Phd, Hilarie Cash Phd, Sarah M. Coyne, Andrew Doan Md, Phd, Donald S. Grant Phd, C. Shawn Green Phd, Mark Griffiths Phd, Tracy Markle Ma, Lpc, Nancy M. Petry Phd, Sarah Prot Phd, Cosette D. Rae Msw, Florian Rehbein Phd, Michael Rich Md, Dave Sullivan Lcsw, Elizabeth Woolley Ascis, Kimberly Young Phd

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The American Psychiatric Association recently included Internet gaming disorder (IGD) as a potential diagnosis, recommending that further study be conducted to help illuminate it more clearly. This paper is a summary of the review undertaken by the IGD Working Group as part of the 2015 National Academy of Sciences Sackler Colloquium on Digital Media and Developing Minds. By using measures based on or similar to the IGD definition, we found that prevalence rates range between ∼1% and 9%, depending on age, country, and other sample characteristics. The etiology of IGD is not well-understood at this time, although it appears that …

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11.1 Oct 2017

11.1

Intuition: The BYU Undergraduate Journal of Psychology

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End Matter 11.1 Oct 2017

End Matter 11.1

Intuition: The BYU Undergraduate Journal of Psychology

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Effects Of Football-Related Concussions On Cognitive Function Oct 2017

Effects Of Football-Related Concussions On Cognitive Function

Intuition: The BYU Undergraduate Journal of Psychology

In literature review, I examine the current research on football-related concussions and their effects on cognitive performance. A concussion is defined as a blow to the head which results in injury to the brain. Concussions are often difficult to diagnose as they do not leave any radiological variation that can be measured via MRI. Concussions were first observed in boxing during the 1920s, but research on concussions has been slow to gain momentum until recently. As empirical research has gained prominence, both short- and long-term effects of concussions have come to light. Significant cognitive effects of concussions include depression, links …

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The Importance Of Peer-To-Peer Grooming Among Non-Human Primates Oct 2017

The Importance Of Peer-To-Peer Grooming Among Non-Human Primates

Intuition: The BYU Undergraduate Journal of Psychology

Among non-human primates, grooming is a common practice. Research has shown that there are many underlying reasons why non-human primates groom. It is not completely altruistic or selfish but is often a resource traded for food, mating access, protection, and other social benefits. It can be used to achieve higher social rank as the bonds formed from grooming help primates climb the social ladder. There are other advantages of grooming, which include increased social bonding, mating access, and offspring support

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Toilet Training: The Benefits Of A Passive-Permissive Approach Oct 2017

Toilet Training: The Benefits Of A Passive-Permissive Approach

Intuition: The BYU Undergraduate Journal of Psychology

Toilet training is a process that every child must go through, but there is often confusion among parents and caregivers about which training method is best to use. Toilet training methods can usually be divided into two categories: systematic control and passive-permissiveness. Systematic control is a method based on operant conditioning and is intended to train children faster. Passive-permissive training is a child-centered approach that focuses on training at children's natural pace. This article is a review of the academic research associated with the two methods, and is a summary of the risks and benefits involved with each. Findings suggest …

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Children And Autism Spectrum Disorder: The Developing Role Of Technology In Teaching Communication Skils Oct 2017

Children And Autism Spectrum Disorder: The Developing Role Of Technology In Teaching Communication Skils

Intuition: The BYU Undergraduate Journal of Psychology

Children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often struggle to learn effective communication skills. Researchers have asserted that the best methods for teaching correct communication skills to these children involve technological tools, such as videos, music, and graphics. Implementing these tools into the public school systems and the homes of children with ASD has been shown to improve their development of communication skills and includes educating teachers and parents about the positive effects that utilizing the tools can bring to the daily lives of children with ASD. When and how to implement these tools may depend on a child's level …

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Cultivating Integrity Through Transformational, Servant, And Ethical Leadership Oct 2017

Cultivating Integrity Through Transformational, Servant, And Ethical Leadership

Intuition: The BYU Undergraduate Journal of Psychology

Today's business world is facing challenges in ethics and moral practice. Though these issues are found among employers and employees of all levels, the leaders of an organization can work to address such issues through leadership styles that emphasize a meaningful employer-employee relationship and honest workplace behavior. The present article discusses the transformational, servant, and ethical leadership styles within the workplace and their effects on employees. Implementing such styles will not only lead to a decrease in unethical workplace behavior, but will also enable individuals to gain a stronger sense of self-identity and integrity. This results in stronger performance for …

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Pornography Use In Romantic Relationships Oct 2017

Pornography Use In Romantic Relationships

Intuition: The BYU Undergraduate Journal of Psychology

Despite the increasing attention to pornography as a research topic over the past 20 years, little research has explored the relation between pornography use and both sexual satisfaction and infidelity in a romantic relationship. Research results consistently show that pornography use is positively correlated with infidelity in romantic relationships, but the evidence is mixed for short-term versus long-term sexual satisfaction. Pornography use is positively associated with short-term sexual satisfaction but not necessarily long-term satisfaction. However, studies of self-esteem and delay of gratification indirectly suggest that pornography use has a negative influence on long-term sexual satisfaction.

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The Psychological Benefits Of Awe Oct 2017

The Psychological Benefits Of Awe

Intuition: The BYU Undergraduate Journal of Psychology

Experiencing awe is beneficial to mental health. Benefits of experiencing awe include the decreased severity of typical symptoms of depression, enhanced self-perception of the quality of life, and increased drive to improve one's future. Despite these benefits, the experience of awe is rarely implemented in treatment programs for physical or mental illness. Although it is not assumed that awe alone can "cure" depression or posttraumatic stress disorders (PTSD), for example, I suggest that elicited awe should play a greater role in treatment programs.

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Perfectionism And Depression In The Development Of Anorexia In Girls Oct 2017

Perfectionism And Depression In The Development Of Anorexia In Girls

Intuition: The BYU Undergraduate Journal of Psychology

Many factors can play a role in the development of anorexia, including genes, social issues, extreme dieting, stressful life events, personality traits, and cultural influences. However, many studies have found perfectionism and depression to be strongly correlated with the development of eating disorders. In this literature review I critique published findings and consider the limitations of published research on anorexia. I examine certain factors that play a role in the development of anorexia, as well as the relative strength of each factor, with particular attention to the characteristics of perfectionism and depression and how they interact with each other in …

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Iq: Greatly Influenced By Early Family Life Oct 2017

Iq: Greatly Influenced By Early Family Life

Intuition: The BYU Undergraduate Journal of Psychology

For many years, psychologists and researchers have been interested in the nature and nurture debate with regards to IQ. Some have claimed that IQ is something that can be passed on through genetics and is an inherited trait. Others have declared that IQ level is not something passed on through genetics, but rather something determined by experiences one has in his or her life. This review was created to discuss how a child's IQ may be affected by early family life, a factor that requires more attention in the literature. This report will discuss how early child-parent experiences, intimate relationships …

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Self-Worth In The Development And Treatment Of Eating Disorders Oct 2017

Self-Worth In The Development And Treatment Of Eating Disorders

Intuition: The BYU Undergraduate Journal of Psychology

Eating Disorders (EDs) involve a consuming drive for thinness. They cause significant physical and psychosocial impairment. A core commonality between EDs is the overvaluation of body weight and shape as a measure of selfworth. The purpose of this paper is to review the importance of self-worth perception in the development and treatment of EDs in women and girls. Women and girls with EDs tend to believe their worth comes from body weight and shape, as opposed to intrinsic sources. Self-worth can interact with other factors such as relationships, body dissatisfaction, and perfectionism in ED development. A major goal of treatment …

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Effects Of Media Use On Mental Health Among Adolescents And Emerging Adults Oct 2017

Effects Of Media Use On Mental Health Among Adolescents And Emerging Adults

Intuition: The BYU Undergraduate Journal of Psychology

Media, such as the use of the internet and watching television, allows for quick communication between people, but overexposure to such media is correlated with social anxiety and clinical depression (Becker, Alzahabi, & Hopwood, 2013; Dalbudak et al., 2013; Dittmar, 1994; McNaughton-Cassill, 2001). Media usage is pervasive in our society, especially among adolescents and college students (Dittmar, 1994; Rideout, Foehr, & Roberts, 2010; Romer, Bagdasarov, & More, 2013). Symptoms of these mental illnesses are correlated with all forms of media, and can be influenced by the content of the media as well (Madan, Mrug, & Wright, 2013). Excess use of …

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Front Matter 11.1 Oct 2017

Front Matter 11.1

Intuition: The BYU Undergraduate Journal of Psychology

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A Meta-Analysis Of Prosocial Media On Prosocial Behavior, Aggression, And Empathic Concern: A Multidimensional Approach, Sarah M. Coyne, Laura M. Padilla-Walker, Hailey G. Holmgren, Emilie J. Davis, Kevin M. Collier, Madison K. Memmott-Elison, Alan J. Hawkins Oct 2017

A Meta-Analysis Of Prosocial Media On Prosocial Behavior, Aggression, And Empathic Concern: A Multidimensional Approach, Sarah M. Coyne, Laura M. Padilla-Walker, Hailey G. Holmgren, Emilie J. Davis, Kevin M. Collier, Madison K. Memmott-Elison, Alan J. Hawkins

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Studies examining the effects of exposure to prosocial media on positive outcomes are increasing in number and strength. However, existing meta-analyses use a broad definition of prosocial media that does not recognize the multidimensionality of prosocial behavior. The aim of the current study is to conduct a meta-analysis on the effects of exposure to prosocial media on prosocial behavior, aggression, and empathic concern while examining multiple moderators that the prosocial behavior literature suggests are important to our understanding of why individuals voluntarily help others (e.g., target, type, coast). Results from 72 studies involving 243 effect sizes revealed that exposure to …

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Volume 10.2 Oct 2017

Volume 10.2

Intuition: The BYU Undergraduate Journal of Psychology

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End Matter 10.2 Oct 2017

End Matter 10.2

Intuition: The BYU Undergraduate Journal of Psychology

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Computerized Cognitive Behavioral Therapy For Depression Oct 2017

Computerized Cognitive Behavioral Therapy For Depression

Intuition: The BYU Undergraduate Journal of Psychology

Depression goes untreated at high rates due to a variety of treatment barriers. Computerized Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CCBT) provides an alternative to face-to-face therapy that addresses those treatment barriers t, reducing the cost of therapy, moving the location of therapy to the participants' homes, and providing therapy for those who cannot be seen by a therapist due to excess demand for therapy. Although much research has been done showing CCBT's effectiveness, there is a lack of literature describing the actual implementation of computerized therapy. This review outlines the integration of CCBT into therapeutic practice, including what factors determine its effectiveness. …

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Diet Modifications To Treat Depression: A Potential Supplement To Pharmacological Medications Oct 2017

Diet Modifications To Treat Depression: A Potential Supplement To Pharmacological Medications

Intuition: The BYU Undergraduate Journal of Psychology

Pharmacological drugs have become generally accepted as the primary form of treatment for depression, but simple modifications to diet should be another option taken into consideration. Antidepressant drugs are often expensive and have negative side effects, but some dietary supplements and or changes in diet are less of a financial burden and less physically detrimental. In studies of the role diet plays in depression, specific nutrients have been identified, including omega-3 lipids, zinc, folate, vitamin B12, and tryptophan, which shows particular promise in the treatment of depression. Although combinations of nutrients or treatments could negatively interact, further research could identify …

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Measuring A New Demographic: The Swag Inventory 2012 Oct 2017

Measuring A New Demographic: The Swag Inventory 2012

Intuition: The BYU Undergraduate Journal of Psychology

The new prevalence of the social phenomenon of "swag" merits attention from psychological researchers. The published literature currently addresses related constructs, such as arrogance, narcissism, and male body image, but there are no existing studies that specifically deal with swag. We operationally defined swag as "arrogance rooted in physical appearance" and developed the Swag Inventory 2012 (SI). We hypothesized that the SI would be a reliable and valid measure of swag in college-aged men. Thirty items were constructed on a 5-point Likert scale and rated for content validity by a panel of undergraduate psychology students. Fifteen items achieved acceptable levels …

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Development And Validation Of The Student Readiness To Change Scale Oct 2017

Development And Validation Of The Student Readiness To Change Scale

Intuition: The BYU Undergraduate Journal of Psychology

Studies have found that most college students have ineffective study habits. Despite this fact, students may feel hesitant or even hostile to changes ii study routines. To assist academic advisers in facilitating study-habit improvement in students, we developed the Student Readiness to Change Scale (STRETCH). This scale measures students' readiness to change in three domains: recognition of the need to change, a desire to change, and the perceived ability to change. We devised five Likert scale items for each "domain, making 15 items in total. We distributed the scale to a sample of J03 college students and received 94 completed …

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Parents And Education: Their Role In Influencing Educational Outcomes In Children Oct 2017

Parents And Education: Their Role In Influencing Educational Outcomes In Children

Intuition: The BYU Undergraduate Journal of Psychology

Educational outcomes for children have recently decreased nationwide, in part because of a decline in teachers' efforts to sufficiently educate students. Additionally, research indicates a decline in parents' contributions to their children's learning. As a result, more students are failing to graduate from high school, and suggestions implemented to improve the situation do not appear to be effective. Parents are allotting less time to help their children with schoolwork, which contributes in hindering the creation of a positive learning atmosphere at home. In addition, parents are becoming less involved in school activities, which may prompt social and intellectual distress in …

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The Internet: Changing The Face Of Infidelity Oct 2017

The Internet: Changing The Face Of Infidelity

Intuition: The BYU Undergraduate Journal of Psychology

The ubiquity of the Internet in society has had a lasting impact on many things, including the commonly accepted ideals concerning infidelity. This paper reviews current literature on infidelity, beginning with the negative consequences of infidelity and the characteristics most commonly associated with individuals involved in infidelity. Although there is extensive knowledge gained from these studies, the advent of the Internet has changed infidelity, including both the type of people involved and the actions that are considered to be unfaithful. This change in practice may necessitate a change in the current definition of infidelity. Consequently, advances in the research of …

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Perceptions Of Interracial Marriage Through The Eyes Of Individualistic And Collectivist Cultures Oct 2017

Perceptions Of Interracial Marriage Through The Eyes Of Individualistic And Collectivist Cultures

Intuition: The BYU Undergraduate Journal of Psychology

Recent increases in immigration and globalization show dramatically augmented numbers of interracial marriages, especially in the United States. This study examined the unique effects of ethnicity on attitudes towards interracial marriages, particularly those with a collectivist (Eastern) and individualistic (Western) cultural background. A combined sample of 171 Caucasian and Asian college students responded to the Interracial Marriage Attitude Measure (IMAM) to measure acceptance rates of interracial relationships. Findings suggest that race is an effective predictor of attitude, and Asians were significantly less favorable towards interracial marriages than Caucasians. The results supported our hypothesis that Asian collectivist societies feel more strongly …

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