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Reasons for Cohabitation and Relationship Quality Across the Transition to Parenthood
McCafferty, Theresa ( 2011-06 )The purpose of this study was to determine how the reasons for cohabitation affect relationship quality across the transition to parenthood. Mothers and fathers from a sample of 124 dual-earner couples participated in a ... -
Regulating Postprandial Hyperglycemia with Green Tea
Harvey, Erin ( 2014-05 )Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is one of the leading causes of death in the United States [1]. Acute hyperglycemia is one of the risk factors for CVD-related mortality [2]. After a meal, the magnitude of postprandial ... -
Relations Between Parent Involvement and Coparenting Relationship Quality
Rule, Angela ( 2008-06 )Coparenting involves the degree to which parents are able to successfully coordinate their parenting roles and responsibilities (McHale, 1995). Studies have shown that children whose parents have more supportive, cooperative ... -
The relationship between Self-efficacy and Diabetes management in African Americans with Type 2 diabetes - A pilot study
Amponsah, Grace ( 2014-05 )Abstract. Purpose. The purpose of this study was to examine the association between self-efficacy and diabetes management as indicated by HbA1c, weight, BMI and total cholesterol among African Americans with type 2 ... -
The Relationships between Food Security Status, Dietary Patterns and Overweight in Appalachian Adolescents
Wait, Carolyn ( 2008-06 )Rates of childhood overweight and obesity continue to be high, particularly among rural Appalachian children and adolescents. Specific information about current eating behaviors and their relationship to possible economic ... -
Risk of Connective Tissue Injury in Dysmenorrheic vs. Eumenorrheic Collegiate Athletes: A Case-Control Study
Javorek, Julie ( 2007-06 )PURPOSE: The Female Athlete Triad is defined by disordered eating, lack of menstrual cycle and low bone mass. The scope of this study is to document the relative risk of self-reported ligamentous and/or boney injury in ... -
The Role of Dietary Safflower Oil in the Management of Glucose Levels in Obese Postmenopausal Women with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Guo, Karen ( 2011-06 )With more than 8% of people in the United States diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, it is imperative to develop treatments that improve glycemic control (1). Previously, we reported that dietary safflower oil (8 g qd) ... -
The Role of Punicic Acid (c9t11c13-CLNA) in Lipid and Energy Metabolism of Mice
Nemer, Kathleen ( 2009-06 )Punicic acid (c9t11c13-CLNA) is a conjugated linolenic fatty acid found at 72% concentration in pomegranate seed oil. While research has elucidated the positive health benefits of punicic acid’s metabolite, c9t11-CLA, ... -
Role of Vitamin Intake and Risk of Cardiovascular Disease in Overweight/Obese Dysglycemic African American and White Americans
Clancy, Jennifer ( 2014-05 )An increase in Vitamin C, E, and Carotenoids have been associated with lower risks of cardiovascular disease because of their ability to act as antioxidants. These vitamins work to inhibit the oxidation of low-density ... -
Saliva from healthy men and women after exposure to three amorphous black raspberry confections: an analysis of salivary kinetics and polyphenol profile in oral cancer prevention
Marks, Samantha ( 2017-05 )According to the American Cancer Society, an estimated 49,670 Americans will be diagnosed with oral cancer in the year 2016. Oropharyngeal cancer remains to be in the top ten most common cancer types and currently is the ... -
School absenteeism, disruptive classroom behavior, and negative family processes in a sample of court-involved youth.
Cooperkline, Jessica ( 2009-06 )A sample of court-involved youth are surveyed in regards to their involvement negative family factors, disruptive classroom behavior, and school absenteeism and evaluated by gender and race. -
Self-Efficacy and Exercise Adherence Among Adults Completing a 10-K Running/Walking Event
Clifford, Amanda ( 2009-03 )The purpose of this study was to examine levels of exercise self-efficacy and physical activity adherence among adults completing a 10K running race. Race participants completed a questionnaire packet immediately upon ... -
"Shall I project a world?" Projections, Power, and Blindness in Thomas Pynchon's The Crying of Lot 49
Emmerson, Rachel ( 2019-05 )In his novel, The Crying of Lot 49, Thomas Pynchon creates a world for female protagonist Oedipa Maas to journey through in order to execute the will of her ex-lover, Pierce Inverarity. Many aspects of this world are ... -
Sibling Care in Pediatric Hospitals by Certified Child Life Specialists
Schwartz, Lindsay ( 2013-05 )Certified Child Life Specialists (CCLS) assist pediatric patients to promote optimal coping during hospitalization. CCLS provide play, prepare children for medical procedures, and aid in the coping of patients and their ... -
Simple Suppers
Pennywitt, Jacqueline ( 2011-06 )Eating behaviors that fuel childhood obesity are known to be established early in life and become difficult to change thereafter.Parents play a major role in shaping the food choices and eating behaviors of their young ... -
Simple Suppers: A novel approach to childhood obesity prevention
Wagner, Allan ( 2013-05 )In order to reverse current trends in childhood obesity, early intervention and engagement of parents are essential. The aim of this study was to test feasibility and potential efficacy of a nutrition education and cooking ... -
Simple Suppers: Nutrition Education Program
Patel, Priya ( 2013-12 )In order to reverse current trends in childhood obesity, early intervention and engagement of parents are essential. The objective of this 10 month study was to test potential efficacy of a nutrition education and cooking ... -
Stronger than Ever: A Narrative and Photographic Project of Young Adult Cancer Survivors in the Columbus, Ohio Community
Liou, Heidi ( 2015-05 )Stronger Than Ever is a narrative and photographic research project combining stories, inspirational quotes, and photographic portraits of young adult cancer survivors in The Ohio State University community. Young adults, ... -
Student Evaluations of Recyclable Materials Collections in University-Owned Residence Halls at The Ohio State University
Neeb, Erin ( 2005-12 )This undergraduate honors project examined recycling knowledge, perceptions, attitudes, and behaviors of Ohio State University students living in university residence halls. The main purpose of the project was to answer ... -
A Study of The Big Dish: Planning & Executing a Successful Fundraising Event
Ring, Kelsey ( 2012-12 )The Big Dish event, which will serve as the Hospitality Management Program's fundraiser for initiatives, a networking event for seniors and a showcase of the program, will be a replacement of the former Rising Stars event. ...