Browsing University of Missouri-Columbia by Thesis Advisor "Johnson, Rebecca A. (Rebecca Ann)"
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Correlates of pet-keeping in residence halls on college student adjustment at a small, private, midwestern college
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2009)A limited number of colleges and universities permit pets other than small aquariums in residence halls. No studies have been published documenting the effect of pets in residence halls. A matched two-group comparison of ... -
The effects of the interaction of animals with children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and their families [abstract]
(2010)The CDC estimates that one in 110 children receive a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) annually. Pet dogs have been found to be a social catalyst and service dogs have demonstrated measurable benefits for children ... -
An evaluation of the relationship between self-esteem and pet bonding in children
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2014)Obesity has been linked to many physical as well as psychological problems. Many children who are obese suffer from low self-esteem. No studies have been published documenting the effect of owning a dog on the self-esteem ... -
Hospital discharge destination decisions : exploring congruence in frail elders, their family members, and health care teams' decisions
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2007)This study used a mixed method design to explore congruence about the discharge destination decision of hospitalized frail older adults, their family members, and health care team members (HCTM). There was no common pattern ... -
Pet dog ownership in families of children with autism : children's social skills and attachment to their dogs
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2012)This study compared the social skills of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder who lived with dogs and those who did not live with dogs. Interaction with dogs was investigated in this population, along with the attachment ...