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'Man is not disturbed by Events, but of the view he takes of them' (Epictetus) : a quantitative study to determine the levels of stress in nurses
(Dublin Business School, 2003)Aim: To determine the levels of stress in oncology nurses and to identify their coping mechanisms. Background: It has been shown that nurses are bombarded by a variety of stressors both in their personal lives and more ... -
An investigation into the relationship between religion, self-esteem, perceived stress and general health in a student sample
(Dublin Business School, 2009)The present study was conducted with the aim of investigating if a relationship exists between religion and self-esteem, perceived stress and general health. It was conducted using a sample of part time students (n=81). ... -
The effects of exercise and mindfulness meditation on perceived stress, coping styles and locus of control
(Dublin Business School, 2009)An increase in perceived stress levels is seen to be a major factor in a person's quality of life (Brown & Siegel, 1988; Folkins & Sime, 1981). Meditation and exercise have been suggested in previous research as two ... -
An exploratory analysis of anxiety and body image in the early detection of eating disorders
(Dublin Business School, 2009)Statistics recently released reveal data pertaining to the increase in the number of young girls presenting with eating disorders. Empirical research identifies anxiety and body image dissatisfaction as symptomatic of ... -
Is smoking related to body shape satisfaction, stress, self-esteem, and self-efficacy in Irish college students?
(Dublin Business School, 2009)The aim of the current study was to examine the differences of smoking status on perceived stress, self-esteem, self-efficacy, and body shape satisfaction. There were 90 participants (N=90) that filled out the Body Shape ... -
An investigation into the effects of nicotine on short-term memory and attention
(Dublin Business School, 2009)This study investigated the effects of cigarette smoking on short-term memory and attention. Recent research has suggested that nicotine may enhance both short-term memory and attention, although the results gathered ... -
Generation gap : body image and self-esteem in the modern world
(Dublin Business School, 2007)The aim of this study was to determine whether there was a difference in body image and self-esteem scores between two different generations in a gym setting. All participants were taken from a gym in North Dublin. No ... -
Is the Medical Sector due its 21 st Century Check-up?-The Role of Technology in the Future of Medical Care
(Dublin Business School, 2001)The medical sector in Ireland looks set to undergo much change over the next few years. Information Technology has assisted and helped this sector grow at a very fast pace over the last number of years. But this growth has ... -
Possible psychological benefits of chiropractic healthcare : stress, quality of life and health locus of control
(Dublin Business School, 2009)The aim of this study is to investigate previously neglected psychological benefits of chiropractic healthcare. A quasi-experimental, cross-sectional design compared a natural chiropractic group (N=46) with a general ... -
Traditional cures : an anthropological exploration of cures employed by curers in North Leitrim
(Dublin Business School, 2001)This Final Year Project is an investigation and exploration of a range of traditional cures in a specific geographic area -part of North Leitrim, Ireland. In addition to placing the practice of traditional curing in an ...