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The whānau experience of suicide loss : what contributes to resilience and wellbeing? : a thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Clinical Psychology at Massey University, Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa, Albany, Aotearoa New Zealand
(Massey University, 2021)
The aim of this research was to explore and understand Māori whānau experiences of suicide loss and factors that increase resilience and wellbeing within this context. Māori have the highest suicide rates in New Zealand, ...
The lived experience of parents with children with genetically solved developmental and epileptic encephalopathies : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Clinical Psychology at Massey University, Wellington, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2021)
Parents of children with developmental and epileptic encephalopathy (DEE) are at high risk of developing mental health difficulties due to caregiver burden and the unpredictability of seizures. Identifying genetic pathogenic ...
The experiences of partners of people transitioning to a different gender : a thesis presented in fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Masters in Science in Psychology at Massey University, Wellington, New Zealand
(2016)
Previous research has shown that gender transition of one partner in a relationship impacts the non-transitioning partner’s sense of identity, emotional wellbeing and their relationship with their transgender partner. This ...
A qualitative study of the coping strategies and needs of adults bereaved by suicide : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in Psychology at Massey University,
(Massey University, 2006)
The aftermath of suicide can have devastating effects on family and friends. Research has shown that the complexities of suicide bereavement can lead to physical and mental health problems, increased risk of suicide, ...
School support for siblings of patients with cancer : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Educational Psychology at Massey University, Albany, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2015)
This research project investigated the importance of providing support structures within school communities for siblings of patients diagnosed and treated for cancer. A cancer diagnosis is traumatic and devastating for the ...
The effects of positive affective priming on Māori mothers' attributions for children's misbehaviours and appropriate methods of discipline : a thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in Psychology at Massey University, Wellington, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2009)
This study is a test-retest experimental design which sets out to determine if Māori mothers, exposure to emotive (positive) photographs of Māori people (children interacting with adults) would influence their attributions ...
Information and support needs of cis-women partnered with transmasculine persons during their transition : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in Psychology at Massey University (Manawatu), New Zealand
(Massey University, 2018)
Cis-women partnered with transmasculine persons during their transition experience their own struggles related to the transition process. A small body of previous literature has explored the experiences of cis-women with ...
The unmet needs of siblings of children with cancer and serious chronic health conditions in Aōtearoa/New Zealand : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in Psychology at Massey University, Palmerston North, Aōtearoa/New Zealand
(Massey University, 2019)
There is evidence to suggest a subset of siblings of children with serious chronic
health conditions have a range of unmet psychosocial needs which can lead to adjustment
difficulties and mental health problems. A ...
Living with a damaged body : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Philosophy in Nursing at Massey University
(Massey University, 1996)
Quadriplegia subsequent to cervical spinal cord injury is now survivable because of Advances in medical technology. Nurses are closely involved with these injured people yet few studies on the condition are reported in ...
My sibling and I : exploring the experiences and coping strategies of younger siblings of individuals with Down syndrome : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Masters of Arts in Psychology at Massey University, Albany, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2014)
Down syndrome is a lifelong condition which impacts each family member in unique ways. Yet, with numerous studies focused on parental coping, little is known about the meanings siblings attach to the relationship they ...