Major depressive disorder (MDD) affects a quarter of adolescents and young adults and is associated with the greatest global burden of disease in this population. There is a growing literature, mostly in adults, showing that significant... more
Major depressive disorder (MDD) affects a quarter of adolescents and young adults and is associated with the greatest global burden of disease in this population. There is a growing literature, mostly in adults, showing that significant neurocognitive impairments are common in MDD. It remains unclear whether these impairments are pre-existing trait markers of MDD, state-related impairments that fluctuate with depressive symptoms, or 'scar' impairments that worsen with illness progression. The aim of this study is to provide a conceptual framework for understanding MDD and neurocognitive impairment in adolescence and young adulthood (ages 12-25 years). Examination of the evidence for neurocognitive deficits as trait, state, and scar features of MDD according to different study designs (family studies, premorbid studies, current depression, remitted depression, and longitudinal studies with repeated assessment) was conducted. The few premorbid and family studies conducted in youth provide equivocal evidence for neurocognitive impairments as trait markers of MDD. The presence of state-based neurocognitive impairment remains unclear as evidence comes mostly from cross-sectional studies. There are a limited, but growing number of longitudinal studies with repeated neurocognitive assessment in youth. Studies that examined neurocognition prior to the onset of MDD and with long-term follow-up provide tentative evidence for neurocognitive scarring. Neurocognitive impairment is a feature of MDD in adolescents and young adults. To better understand the nature, timing, and pattern of impairment, longitudinal studies that examine neurocognition before and after the development of full-threshold MDD, including following recurrence are needed. This knowledge will have important implications for mechanisms, prevention, and treatment of MDD in youth.
Abstract The relationship between good academic advising and student satisfaction with the institution of higher education is generally accepted within the academic community in the United States. Elements of good advising, in the eyes of... more
Abstract The relationship between good academic advising and student satisfaction with the institution of higher education is generally accepted within the academic community in the United States. Elements of good advising, in the eyes of students, have been discovered. ...
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This article presents a model for strategically evaluating an organization's website. Most website evaluation tools concentrate on technical observations like number of clicks to reach a page or time to... more
This article presents a model for strategically evaluating an organization's website. Most website evaluation tools concentrate on technical observations like number of clicks to reach a page or time to download. The current model takes an upper-management strategic view of the site: Does it contribute all that it can to the organization's strategic initiatives? The model is organized around five
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To determine how young people with depression rate their neurocognitive functioning during treatment, and whether these ratings are affected by depression severity, age, suicidal ideation and antidepressant status. Fifty young people... more
To determine how young people with depression rate their neurocognitive functioning during treatment, and whether these ratings are affected by depression severity, age, suicidal ideation and antidepressant status. Fifty young people (12-25 years) engaged in psychological therapy completed the Neuropsychological Symptoms Self-Report rating their neurocognitive functioning in a range of domains. In two domains, working memory/multitasking and motivation, more than 40% of the sample rated their functioning as improved, since commencing treatment. Ratings of neurocognitive functioning were affected by depression severity and suicidal ideation, particularly in the areas of wakefulness, attention and concentration, working memory/multitasking, and motivation. However, there were few differences related to age or antidepressant status. The Neuropsychological Symptoms Self-Report - a rapid measure of subjective neurocognitive functioning - can provide a snapshot of subjective changes in neurocognitive functioning during treatment for depression. This information may guide treatment approaches.
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Abstract The relationship between good academic advising and student satisfaction with the institution of higher education is generally accepted within the academic community in the United States. Elements of good advising, in the eyes of... more
Abstract The relationship between good academic advising and student satisfaction with the institution of higher education is generally accepted within the academic community in the United States. Elements of good advising, in the eyes of students, have been discovered. ...
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This article presents a model for strategically evaluating an organization's website. Most website evaluation tools concentrate on technical observations like number of clicks to reach a page or time to... more
This article presents a model for strategically evaluating an organization's website. Most website evaluation tools concentrate on technical observations like number of clicks to reach a page or time to download. The current model takes an upper-management strategic view of the site: Does it contribute all that it can to the organization's strategic initiatives? The model is organized around five
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Purpose – The success of implementing Deming's management method depends on the ability of managers to operationally define and measure... more
Purpose – The success of implementing Deming's management method depends on the ability of managers to operationally define and measure Deming's 14 Points. Tamimi et al. developed a set of operational measures for these 14 Points. They tested the validity and reliability of their instrument using a sample of firms that were involved in implementing TQM practices from one to
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Page 1. The Roles of Price, Quality and Value-Added in Industrial Distributor Purchasing Decisions Michael M. Pearson Caroline M. Fisher William H. Redmond Nancy J. Merritt ABSTRACT. This article reports the findings of ...
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ABSTRACT In today's competitive environment colleges and universities must correct any practice or process which could prompt a desirable prospective student to select an alternative institution. Through quality improvement... more
ABSTRACT In today's competitive environment colleges and universities must correct any practice or process which could prompt a desirable prospective student to select an alternative institution. Through quality improvement techniques, including customer ...
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This paper examines the effects of government regulation on the technology transfer process. Technology transfer is an important component of an economic development effort in communities, states, and nations. Understanding the process... more
This paper examines the effects of government regulation on the technology transfer process. Technology transfer is an important component of an economic development effort in communities, states, and nations. Understanding the process used to transfer technology ...
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Aggression is commonly reported in individuals with Huntington's disease (HD). While correlating factors for aggression are often speculated about, features that are associated with, and contribute to, aggression in this population... more
Aggression is commonly reported in individuals with Huntington's disease (HD). While correlating factors for aggression are often speculated about, features that are associated with, and contribute to, aggression in this population have not been clearly determined. This systematic review investigates rates of aggression and treatment options for aggression in HD. A number of key findings were revealed. Studies reporting on rates of aggression revealed that its prevalence is high, falling between 22 and 66 percent in the majority of studies. Aggression may be more common in males with HD, and is also found in higher rates in individuals who experience frequent falls, have obsessive-compulsive symptoms and suicidal ideation. There is little research investigating antecedents for aggression in HD. A wide variety of psychotropic medications have been reported in the literature to treat individuals with HD and aggressive behaviour. However, due to methodological limitations, no treat...
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Page 1. A Study of Strength of Relationship Between Music Groups and Their External Service Providers: Impacts on Music Group Success Caroline M. Fisher Michael Pearson John Barnes ABSTRACT. Very little academic ...
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Management Learning Copyright © 2008 Sage Publications Los Angeles, London, New Delhi and Singapore http://mlq.sagepub.com Vol. 39(3): 311327 13505076 ... Nottingham Business School, Nottingham Trent University, UK ... Nottingham... more
Management Learning Copyright © 2008 Sage Publications Los Angeles, London, New Delhi and Singapore http://mlq.sagepub.com Vol. 39(3): 311327 13505076 ... Nottingham Business School, Nottingham Trent University, UK ... Nottingham Business School, Nottingham ...
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Purpose–Previous studies of musical group performance have suggested the need for reliable and valid measures of success. This paper aims to investigate this issue. Design/methodology/approach–Using Nunnally's methodology, this... more
Purpose–Previous studies of musical group performance have suggested the need for reliable and valid measures of success. This paper aims to investigate this issue. Design/methodology/approach–Using Nunnally's methodology, this study developed 18 ...
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This paper examines the effects of government regulation on the technology transfer process. Technology transfer is an important component of an economic development effort in communities, states, and nations. Understanding the process... more
This paper examines the effects of government regulation on the technology transfer process. Technology transfer is an important component of an economic development effort in communities, states, and nations. Understanding the process used to transfer technology ...
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ABSTRACT In today's competitive environment colleges and universities must correct any practice or process which could prompt a desirable prospective student to select an alternative institution. Through quality improvement... more
ABSTRACT In today's competitive environment colleges and universities must correct any practice or process which could prompt a desirable prospective student to select an alternative institution. Through quality improvement techniques, including customer ...
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Page 1. The Roles of Price, Quality and Value-Added in Industrial Distributor Purchasing Decisions Michael M. Pearson Caroline M. Fisher William H. Redmond Nancy J. Merritt ABSTRACT. This article reports the findings of ...
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Abstract Very little research exists on the marketing and management of musical groups. The purpose of this paper is to examine the business practices of musical groups through exploratory research. Music is a service industry, but it has... more
Abstract Very little research exists on the marketing and management of musical groups. The purpose of this paper is to examine the business practices of musical groups through exploratory research. Music is a service industry, but it has some special characterisitcs in ...
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1. J Hosp Mark. 1993;7(2):139-56. The relationship between consumer attitudes and frequency of advertising in newspapers for hospitals. Fisher CM, Anderson CJ. Loyola University, New Orleans. PMID: 10129244 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE].... more
1. J Hosp Mark. 1993;7(2):139-56. The relationship between consumer attitudes and frequency of advertising in newspapers for hospitals. Fisher CM, Anderson CJ. Loyola University, New Orleans. PMID: 10129244 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]. MeSH Terms: ...
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Customer expectations can be extremely nebulous. This research identifies the demographic segmentations and their respective expectations for the spa market. Interviews were conducted and a subsequent questionnaire was employed to gather... more
Customer expectations can be extremely nebulous. This research identifies the demographic segmentations and their respective expectations for the spa market. Interviews were conducted and a subsequent questionnaire was employed to gather the voice of the customer and assess the expectations of spa clientele. All of the data was collected from luxury spas in Hawaii, and consisted of respondents from all over the world. Results of the survey suggest that while men want more tangible benefits of a spa, women prefer the experiential qualities of peace and rejuvenation. Additionally, those of lower to middle income focus on the atmosphere more than wealthier clients, who are looking for more long term spa benefits, such as a more youthful appearance.