Angelica McHugh( V) The Relationship Between Gender and Gender Norms and Coping with Stress This research study will examine the relationship between gender and coping strategies for stress with a focus on the effect of adherence to gender norms. Current research has found that males tend to cope using avoidant and problem-focused strategies, whereas women use more emotion-based strategies. This study aims to expand on that data by viewing how individuals adhere, or not adhere, to masculine norms. The data from this study could help improve our understanding of how gender impacts coping strategy and how we might better craft interventions and support for those struggling with stress.
Janiya McQueen( In) Gun Violence Impact on Adolescent Depression and Anxiety My presentation will focus on further highlighting the relationship between gun violence exposure and adolescent’ s depression and anxiety. Firearm homicide rates are highest among teenagers and young adults. While this is a rising issue among teenagers and young adults, researchers have noted that few studies focus on the psychological impact gun violence exposure has on adolescents. It is important to highlight this relationship further because rising awareness about this matter will push forward efforts to provide helping services. I will be collecting data from the 2023 YRBSS scale that focuses on violence exposure, depression, and anxiety to support my claims.
Edward Mincarelli( V) Presentation Title: Do college students who play video games experience less stress than ones who don’ t? Video games are a popular form of entertainment among college students but the potential psychological benefits, particularly in stress reduction, remain a topic of debate. This study explores whether college students who play video games experience lower stress levels compared to those who do not. I will survey a diverse sample of college students measuring their play time, what genre of games they play, and their perceived stress. I expect the students who play videos games will have lower stress than ones who do not, and these findings will point toward alternative coping strategies. Jessica Renaud, Rick Loveless( In) The Relationship Between Music, Aggression, and Delinquency The researchers conducted a study to determine whether music, specifically explicit music, has any influence over aggression and delinquency within college-aged students. Using anonymous self-report surveys, the participants self-reported their favorite songs, whether they believed the music they listened to was explicit or not, and levels of aggression and delinquency. The data was analyzed to see if explicit music plays a role in behavior for this specific age group.
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