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Her breath in our holy bones : an intuitive inquiry into the lived experience of kundalini awakenings in Aotearoa, New Zealand from a critical health psychology perspective : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the degree of Master of Science in Health Psychology at Massey University, Auckland, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2021)
This study explored the lived experience of kundalini awakening in Aotearoa, New
Zealand, from a critical health psychology perspective using intuitive inquiry, a five-cycle
hermeneutical approach to research grounded ...
Exploring the lived experiences of eating disorder recovery and Instagram use : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Science in Psychology at Massey University, Auckland, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2021)
While experiences of eating disorders have been explored in research for decades, there are still a number of stereotypes that are demonstrated in various research contexts. Historically, some of these storylines have been ...
How friends can enhance the wellbeing of people in early-stage dementia : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in Psychology at Massey University, Auckland, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2021)
Dementia prevalence is widespread globally and in Aotearoa New Zealand. It has significant economic, human, psychological and social impacts. Evidence shows that how the person experiences dementia is largely driven through ...
Exploring how well MidCentral DHB cancer services are meeting the supportive needs of their patients : a mixed methods approach : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Science in Psychology at Massey University, Manawatū, Aotearoa/New Zealand
(Massey University, 2021)
Cancer will affect most people in their lifetime, directly or through a family/whānau member or friend. It can have a profound impact on those affected, not just physically, but emotionally, socially, and spiritually. As ...
Understandings of wellbeing in the context of a living wage : a thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Science, Massey University, Aotearoa New Zealand
(Massey University, 2021)
Academic, public, and media interest in the living wage (LW) is rising in Aotearoa/New Zealand (NZ) and globally. This is due, in part, to the growing inequalities and the need to find viable solutions to issues of income ...
"Who am I now?" : the lived experiences and identity construction of individuals following bariatric surgery : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Science in Psychology at Massey University, Wellington Campus, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2021)
Obesity is a complex health condition that is contributing to declining physical and mental health worldwide. As obesity rises, weight loss interventions are being developed. Bariatric surgery is considered the gold standard ...
"It's one less thing I have to do" : does referring patients to a co-located psychology service impact on the well-being of primary care health providers? : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Science in Psychology at Massey University
(Massey University, 2021)
The aim of this research was to investigate if the impact of a co-located psychological service as a resource for Primary Care Providers to refer patients with mild to moderate mental health needs, would impact on the ...
Does being kind, warm and accepting towards yourself affect your well-being? : a study of construction apprentices in New Zealand : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Science in Psychology at Massey University, Wellington, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2022)
In Australia and New Zealand (NZ), young construction workers have alarming rates of suicide. Research from Australia has linked the high suicide rates to increased psychological distress and exposure to risk factors, such ...
Quality of life of New Zealand families with children who have serious brain injury or disorder : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements of the degree of Master of Arts in Psychology at Massey University, Wellington, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2021)
Children’s brains can be affected by injuries, illnesses, genetic conditions or differences of development in ways that make it hard or impossible for them to meet society’s expectations in various domains of life. ...
Returning to work after retirement : predictors and health outcomes in an Aotearoa New Zealand sample : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the degree of Master of Science in Psychology at Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2021)
The transition into retirement is a complex process, and for some the decision to retire is not permanent. This study sought to understand the phenomenon of unretirement and analyse the impact of returning to work on the ...