Eduardo Moreno + Animal-Assisted Therapy This presentation will explore how animal-assisted therapy can be used to promote well-being in different populations . Discussion will focus on how pets are used to support individuals in long-term facilities and those with chronic disease .
Kaci Murray Exploring the Field of Gerontology This presentation will share and reflect on career paths in gerontology . Specifically , I will explore the field of recreational therapy , including what it is , its benefits and hardships , and why it is such an important field . Information from interviews with professionals who work in the field of recreational therapy will be shared along with observations of different recreational therapy sessions .
Alexis Myers + Building a Business This project will follow my journey on taking the steps needed to build a successful jewelry business . This business will be geared towards the fashion industry with the idea that jewelry encourages positive change in an outfit while also being used to help an individual express who they are through numerous statement pieces .
Brielle Ordog + Careers in Psychology This presentation will explore the range of potential professions in psychology . Specifically , information from interviews with a clinical psychologist , social worker , psychiatrist , graduate program coordinator , professor / researcher , and residential group home supervisor will be shared . Discussion will focus on how
information can be used to help identify and pursue different careers in the field .
Samantha Paone Every Day is a Choice : Fitness , Motivation , and Mental Health This presentation will explore the psychological component of fitness training at three different levels : a beginner , an advanced client , and a personal trainer . Emphasis will be placed on motivational aspects , including strategies used by a personal trainer to inspire clients . The discussion will include reflection on the impact of training and goal attainment on mental
health .
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