A social support network is something people need in difficult times. Athletes may have even more of a need for their social support network. The purpose of this research was to explore National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division II athletes' perceived social support networks, which compared friends to teammates, family to coaches, ... Research Advisor, Linda Meyer.
A common treatment for patients with dysphagia is the consumption of thickened liquids, which may reduce their risk for aspiration. However, patients often find thickened liquids unacceptable because of their taste and texture. This study aimed to determine which texture attributes (grainy, slick, or lumpy) make thickened water more or less acce... Honors Thesis Advisor, Nancy Carlino.
The purpose of this study was to examine similarities and/or differences between NCAA athletes and non-athletes on the nutrition knowledge and eating behavior. Research Advisor, Dr. Rebecca Hess
The purpose of this study was to investigate and compare the amount of hip muscle recruitment among the TFL, the GMed and the GMax within casual and trained runners. Research Advisor, Dr. Shelly DiCesaro.
The purpose of this study was to examine if using the Nintendo Wii as a balance training apparatus was a viable option for improving limits of stability compared to traditional balance training exercises. Research Advisor, Dr. Rebecca Hess.
The purpose of this study was to assess concussion knowledge among parents and coaches of youth athletes between the ages of 8-12. Research Advisor, Jamie Weary.
This study examines the knowledge of the Concussion Information Sheet by parents who are associated with the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA). Research Advisor, Dr. Michael Meyer.
This research aimed to determine if there was a difference in concussion severity and/or recovery among collegiate female athletes following sports related concussion (SRC) between two groups: those athletes who used synthetic progestins and those who did not use synthetic progestins. A causal comparative design utilized data recorded through th...
This study investigates the economic position the Monongahela Valley hospital network assumed with the onset of deindustrialization and the extent of welfare loss endured by these communities following their eventual closures. We survey similar analyses carried out in other rural communities, as well as those concerning the current opioid crisis... Honors Thesis Advisor: Dr. Paul Hettler.
Consumerism is a key variable in many global issues. This is what I discovered when I tracked consumerism from the 1920's to modem day. At the rate we are consuming goods we are using all our limited natural resources, contaminating our water, causing conflicts in third world countries, and causing many other devastating consequences. Our societ... Honors Thesis Advisor : Dr. Sean Madden, DA
To discuss the continuing education practices of AT’s along with their concussion management confidence and knowledge. Research Advisor, Dr. Linda Platt Meyer.
