Data from this study were collected from 904 high school students surveyed in central North Carol... more Data from this study were collected from 904 high school students surveyed in central North Carolina concerning verbal harassment and homophobic language. Most students heard homophobic remarks such as "that's so gay," "you're so gay," "faggot," "dyke," and "queer" in school with alarming frequency. Additionally, students reported that teachers and school staff rarely intervened when homophobic remarks were made in
Advocacy efforts by and for people with disabilities have traditionally focused on gaining opport... more Advocacy efforts by and for people with disabilities have traditionally focused on gaining opportunities for inclusive community recreation. While benefits of inclusive recreation experiences for people with and without disabilities have been documented and ...
Made available courtesy of the National Recreation and Park Association: http://www.nrpa.org/ ***... more Made available courtesy of the National Recreation and Park Association: http://www.nrpa.org/ *** Note: Figures may be missing from this format of the document Article: Advocacy efforts by and for people with disabilities have traditionally focused on gaining opportunities for inclusive community recreation. While benefits of inclusive recreation experiences for people with and without disabilities have been documented and discussed extensively (e.g., Schleien, Ray, & Green, 1997), one leisure activity that has received little attention is volunteerism. People with disabilities are typically viewed as the recipients of volunteer services rather than potential contributors of services. The concept of inclusive volunteering represents a paradigm shift, one in which we begin to look at people with disabilities in a new role as givers and contributors to the community. The terms "volunteerism" and "service learning" are often used interchangeably. It's important, however, to distinguish between community service provided of one's own free will (volunteerism) and community service that's integrated with one's educational requirements (service learning). Therefore, this article is limited to a discussion of volunteerism only. Benefits of Volunteerism In 1998, approximately 56 percent of adults aged 18 years and older volunteered a total of 19.9 billion hours (Independent Sector, 1999). Nolin, Chancy and Chapman (1997) estimated that 49 percent of students in grades 6-12 participated in volunteer service. These individuals bring much-needed skills, energy and person power to agencies. In 1998 alone, volunteers provided services equivalent to more than 9 million full-time employees at a value of $225 billion (Independent Sector, 1999). Volunteer literature is replete with claims of benefits associated with volunteering (e.g., increased self-esteem, sense of accomplishment, increased problem-solving skills); however, some researchers have questioned the merit of such claims (e.g., Yates, 1995). In an attempt to summarize existing volunteer literature, Yates (1995) reviewed 44 empirical studies addressing volunteerism that had been conducted between 1952 and 1994. After examining these studies, Yates concluded that youth volunteerism helps to build social connections with others, a perception that one can influence outcomes and moral-political awareness. Volunteerism seems to increase social and personal responsibility. A study by Hamilton and Fenzel (1998) consisted of 44 adolescents (aged 17 years or less) who participated in 12 different youth volunteer projects. The data indicated that participants demonstrated modest gains in social responsibility, learned about themselves and how to work with others, and learned about carrying out responsibilities. Research indicates that volunteerism is associated with a reduction in teen pregnancy and positive schoolrelated outcomes. Moore and Allen (1996) reviewed findings of eight well-researched volunteer service programs for adolescents. Results from two programs persuasively indicated that volunteering is associated with "... a reduction in teen pregnancy, course failure, suspension from school, school dropout and an improvement in reading grades and self-concept" (Moore & Allen, 1996, p. 242). Other impacts of volunteerism identified in the eight programs studied were reduced alienation, more positive attitudes toward adults, self-acceptance, moral development, and social and personal responsibility. The results, however, didn't consistently support the idea that volunteerism helps with social competence, career exploration, problem-solving abilities, political
... Leandra A. Bedini, Department of Recreation, Parks, and Tourism, University of North Carolina... more ... Leandra A. Bedini, Department of Recreation, Parks, and Tourism, University of North Carolina at Greensboro, 420-C HHP Building, Greensboro, NC 27402, USA; Phone: (336) 334-3260; E-mail: [email protected] Terri L ... Abstracts compiled and edited by Edgar L. Jackson ...
Despite the increase in research about the leisure of family caregivers, few studies provide a "p... more Despite the increase in research about the leisure of family caregivers, few studies provide a "profile" of family caregivers' characteristics and how they relate to various perceptions of their leisure. The purpose of this study was to identify such a profile and examine the relationships between selected caregiver characteristics and their perceptions of leisure. A usable sample of 492 questionnaires provided profile information on 16 demographic and six leisure characteristics of female family caregivers. Results showed that the caregivers valued but missed lost leisure. Chi-square analyses included indications that respondents who valued leisure were more likely to see leisure as activity that is fun, identify as Rechargers, and were less likely to perceive caregiving as financial hardship. Implications for practice and research are presented.
Due to social, economic, and medical factors, more adults are choosing to care for ill or disable... more Due to social, economic, and medical factors, more adults are choosing to care for ill or disabled relatives at home. Although leisure and recreation have particular benefits for informal family caregivers of older adults, caregivers often have limited social and leisure lives. The purpose of this paper is to use an integrative review technique (Jackson, 1980) to identify common factors in recreation and leisure and related programs for caregivers of older adults. A total of 22 journal articles were reviewed yielding five categories of programs. All programs were reviewed separately and recommendations for practice and future research are presented.
Abstract: The purpose of this study was to examine the prevalence of homophobic language and verb... more Abstract: The purpose of this study was to examine the prevalence of homophobic language and verbal harassment in North Carolina high schools, the intervention rates of school personnel, and the effectiveness of school non-harassment policies. Data was collected ...
Abstract: Despite the increase in research about the leisure of family caregivers, few studies pr... more Abstract: Despite the increase in research about the leisure of family caregivers, few studies provide a "profile" of family caregivers' characteristics and how they relate to various perceptions of their leisure. The purpose of this study was to identify such a profile and examine the relationships between selected caregiver characteristics and their perceptions of leisure. A usable sample of 492 questionnaires provided profile information on 16 demographic and six leisure characteristics of female family caregivers. Results showed that the caregivers valued but missed lost leisure. Chi-square analyses included indications that respondents who valued leisure were more likely to see leisure as activity that is fun, identify as Rechargers, and were less likely to perceive caregiving as financial hardship. Implications for practice and research are presented.
Approximately 18 million Americans care for ill or disabled family members. Until recently, these... more Approximately 18 million Americans care for ill or disabled family members. Until recently, these caregivers have been ignored as a group who might also need attention for their own health care. In addition to potential physical and psychological health consequences due to caregiver burden, caregivers often abandon or severely alter social/leisure aspects of their lives. The purpose of this research was to design a leisure wellness program that could address unique leisure needs for caregivers of older adults based on theoretical frameworks of stress and leisure. Focus group research from four regions of North Carolina was conducted to solicit expert opinions from professionals who work with or near caregivers of older adults. A total of 122 ideas were sorted into eight categories. Subsequently, a four unit, multidisciplinary model leisure wellness program was designed based on the focus group results. Recommendations for testing and future research are noted.
Page 1. Addressing Leisure Barriers for Caregivers of Older Adults: A Model Leisure Wellness Prog... more Page 1. Addressing Leisure Barriers for Caregivers of Older Adults: A Model Leisure Wellness Program By: Leandra A. Bedini and Terri L. Phoenix Bedini, LA & Phoenix, TL (1999). Addressing leisure barriers for caregivers of older adults: A model leisure wellness program. ...
Article: Advocacy efforts by and for people with disabilities have traditionally focused on gaini... more Article: Advocacy efforts by and for people with disabilities have traditionally focused on gaining opportunities for inclusive community recreation. While benefits of inclusive recreation experiences for people with and without disabilities have been documented and discussed extensively (e.g., Schleien, Ray, & Green, 1997), one leisure activity that has received little attention is volunteerism. People with disabilities are typically viewed as the recipients of volunteer services rather than potential contributors of services. The concept of inclusive volunteering represents a paradigm shift, one in which we begin to look at people with disabilities in a new role as givers and contributors to the community. The terms "volunteerism" and "service learning" are often used interchangeably. It's important, however, to distinguish between community service provided of one's own free will (volunteerism) and community service that's integrated with one's...
Data from this study were collected from 904 high school students surveyed in central North Carol... more Data from this study were collected from 904 high school students surveyed in central North Carolina concerning verbal harassment and homophobic language. Most students heard homophobic remarks such as "that's so gay," "you're so gay," "faggot," "dyke," and "queer" in school with alarming frequency. Additionally, students reported that teachers and school staff rarely intervened when homophobic remarks were made in
Advocacy efforts by and for people with disabilities have traditionally focused on gaining opport... more Advocacy efforts by and for people with disabilities have traditionally focused on gaining opportunities for inclusive community recreation. While benefits of inclusive recreation experiences for people with and without disabilities have been documented and ...
Made available courtesy of the National Recreation and Park Association: http://www.nrpa.org/ ***... more Made available courtesy of the National Recreation and Park Association: http://www.nrpa.org/ *** Note: Figures may be missing from this format of the document Article: Advocacy efforts by and for people with disabilities have traditionally focused on gaining opportunities for inclusive community recreation. While benefits of inclusive recreation experiences for people with and without disabilities have been documented and discussed extensively (e.g., Schleien, Ray, & Green, 1997), one leisure activity that has received little attention is volunteerism. People with disabilities are typically viewed as the recipients of volunteer services rather than potential contributors of services. The concept of inclusive volunteering represents a paradigm shift, one in which we begin to look at people with disabilities in a new role as givers and contributors to the community. The terms "volunteerism" and "service learning" are often used interchangeably. It's important, however, to distinguish between community service provided of one's own free will (volunteerism) and community service that's integrated with one's educational requirements (service learning). Therefore, this article is limited to a discussion of volunteerism only. Benefits of Volunteerism In 1998, approximately 56 percent of adults aged 18 years and older volunteered a total of 19.9 billion hours (Independent Sector, 1999). Nolin, Chancy and Chapman (1997) estimated that 49 percent of students in grades 6-12 participated in volunteer service. These individuals bring much-needed skills, energy and person power to agencies. In 1998 alone, volunteers provided services equivalent to more than 9 million full-time employees at a value of $225 billion (Independent Sector, 1999). Volunteer literature is replete with claims of benefits associated with volunteering (e.g., increased self-esteem, sense of accomplishment, increased problem-solving skills); however, some researchers have questioned the merit of such claims (e.g., Yates, 1995). In an attempt to summarize existing volunteer literature, Yates (1995) reviewed 44 empirical studies addressing volunteerism that had been conducted between 1952 and 1994. After examining these studies, Yates concluded that youth volunteerism helps to build social connections with others, a perception that one can influence outcomes and moral-political awareness. Volunteerism seems to increase social and personal responsibility. A study by Hamilton and Fenzel (1998) consisted of 44 adolescents (aged 17 years or less) who participated in 12 different youth volunteer projects. The data indicated that participants demonstrated modest gains in social responsibility, learned about themselves and how to work with others, and learned about carrying out responsibilities. Research indicates that volunteerism is associated with a reduction in teen pregnancy and positive schoolrelated outcomes. Moore and Allen (1996) reviewed findings of eight well-researched volunteer service programs for adolescents. Results from two programs persuasively indicated that volunteering is associated with "... a reduction in teen pregnancy, course failure, suspension from school, school dropout and an improvement in reading grades and self-concept" (Moore & Allen, 1996, p. 242). Other impacts of volunteerism identified in the eight programs studied were reduced alienation, more positive attitudes toward adults, self-acceptance, moral development, and social and personal responsibility. The results, however, didn't consistently support the idea that volunteerism helps with social competence, career exploration, problem-solving abilities, political
... Leandra A. Bedini, Department of Recreation, Parks, and Tourism, University of North Carolina... more ... Leandra A. Bedini, Department of Recreation, Parks, and Tourism, University of North Carolina at Greensboro, 420-C HHP Building, Greensboro, NC 27402, USA; Phone: (336) 334-3260; E-mail: [email protected] Terri L ... Abstracts compiled and edited by Edgar L. Jackson ...
Despite the increase in research about the leisure of family caregivers, few studies provide a "p... more Despite the increase in research about the leisure of family caregivers, few studies provide a "profile" of family caregivers' characteristics and how they relate to various perceptions of their leisure. The purpose of this study was to identify such a profile and examine the relationships between selected caregiver characteristics and their perceptions of leisure. A usable sample of 492 questionnaires provided profile information on 16 demographic and six leisure characteristics of female family caregivers. Results showed that the caregivers valued but missed lost leisure. Chi-square analyses included indications that respondents who valued leisure were more likely to see leisure as activity that is fun, identify as Rechargers, and were less likely to perceive caregiving as financial hardship. Implications for practice and research are presented.
Due to social, economic, and medical factors, more adults are choosing to care for ill or disable... more Due to social, economic, and medical factors, more adults are choosing to care for ill or disabled relatives at home. Although leisure and recreation have particular benefits for informal family caregivers of older adults, caregivers often have limited social and leisure lives. The purpose of this paper is to use an integrative review technique (Jackson, 1980) to identify common factors in recreation and leisure and related programs for caregivers of older adults. A total of 22 journal articles were reviewed yielding five categories of programs. All programs were reviewed separately and recommendations for practice and future research are presented.
Abstract: The purpose of this study was to examine the prevalence of homophobic language and verb... more Abstract: The purpose of this study was to examine the prevalence of homophobic language and verbal harassment in North Carolina high schools, the intervention rates of school personnel, and the effectiveness of school non-harassment policies. Data was collected ...
Abstract: Despite the increase in research about the leisure of family caregivers, few studies pr... more Abstract: Despite the increase in research about the leisure of family caregivers, few studies provide a "profile" of family caregivers' characteristics and how they relate to various perceptions of their leisure. The purpose of this study was to identify such a profile and examine the relationships between selected caregiver characteristics and their perceptions of leisure. A usable sample of 492 questionnaires provided profile information on 16 demographic and six leisure characteristics of female family caregivers. Results showed that the caregivers valued but missed lost leisure. Chi-square analyses included indications that respondents who valued leisure were more likely to see leisure as activity that is fun, identify as Rechargers, and were less likely to perceive caregiving as financial hardship. Implications for practice and research are presented.
Approximately 18 million Americans care for ill or disabled family members. Until recently, these... more Approximately 18 million Americans care for ill or disabled family members. Until recently, these caregivers have been ignored as a group who might also need attention for their own health care. In addition to potential physical and psychological health consequences due to caregiver burden, caregivers often abandon or severely alter social/leisure aspects of their lives. The purpose of this research was to design a leisure wellness program that could address unique leisure needs for caregivers of older adults based on theoretical frameworks of stress and leisure. Focus group research from four regions of North Carolina was conducted to solicit expert opinions from professionals who work with or near caregivers of older adults. A total of 122 ideas were sorted into eight categories. Subsequently, a four unit, multidisciplinary model leisure wellness program was designed based on the focus group results. Recommendations for testing and future research are noted.
Page 1. Addressing Leisure Barriers for Caregivers of Older Adults: A Model Leisure Wellness Prog... more Page 1. Addressing Leisure Barriers for Caregivers of Older Adults: A Model Leisure Wellness Program By: Leandra A. Bedini and Terri L. Phoenix Bedini, LA & Phoenix, TL (1999). Addressing leisure barriers for caregivers of older adults: A model leisure wellness program. ...
Article: Advocacy efforts by and for people with disabilities have traditionally focused on gaini... more Article: Advocacy efforts by and for people with disabilities have traditionally focused on gaining opportunities for inclusive community recreation. While benefits of inclusive recreation experiences for people with and without disabilities have been documented and discussed extensively (e.g., Schleien, Ray, & Green, 1997), one leisure activity that has received little attention is volunteerism. People with disabilities are typically viewed as the recipients of volunteer services rather than potential contributors of services. The concept of inclusive volunteering represents a paradigm shift, one in which we begin to look at people with disabilities in a new role as givers and contributors to the community. The terms "volunteerism" and "service learning" are often used interchangeably. It's important, however, to distinguish between community service provided of one's own free will (volunteerism) and community service that's integrated with one's...
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