Thesis (Ph. D.)--University of Canterbury, 2004. / Typescript (photocopy). Includes bibliographical references (leaves 319-379). Also available via the World Wide Web.

Thesis (M.A.--Church Hist.)--Catholic University of America, 1986. / Includes bibliographical references (leaves 209-217).

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abstract: The number of interracial marriages and multiracial individuals continues to increase rapidly in the United States (U.S. Census Bureau, 2010). Black Female (BF) /White Male (WM) marriages are increasing, but not as quickly as other interracial marriages (Wang, 2012) leaving this population void in social science literature available to social workers. Consequently, there is a lack of information available to understand factors that contribute to these couple identities and how they navigate in the monoracialized systems they encounter. This qualitative study explored how BF/WM partners married in different generational cohorts experience and navigate race and identity as a couple through video recorded interviews where couples shared their narrative as a dyad. The secondary data analyzed was originally collected through snowball and convenient sampling to find BF/WM married couples that were married different generational cohorts living in the Phoenix area. Couples were asked to respond to starter questions (Linhorst, 2002) that encouraged them to share experiences as a couple interacting with community, social, and family systems. Ecological systems framework and social construction were used to guide analysis. Results from the multimodal transcript analysis and detailed review of the video data found themes of invisibility of the couples' relationships from community and family. Differences between cohorts were identified with movement from separation of racial identities within the couple identity to an infusion of both identities represented within the couple. Additionally, insights into the benefits of videography as a data collection method and its usefulness in to connecting social work research to practice were identified and align with the NASW Cultural Competence standards (NASW, 2001). / Dissertation/Thesis / Doctoral Dissertation Social Work 2014

A espécie canina foi descrita como a espécie mais polimórfica do planeta, apresentando vasta heterogeneidade interracial, mas perceptível homogeneidade intrarracial. Em considerando tal informação, a necessidade de pesquisas para constatar tais divergências, principalmente no que se diz respeito ao intervalo de referência de exames laboratoriais, vem se expandindo de maneira exponencial, com intuito de afastar qualquer interpretação equivocada e complementar no diagnóstico clínico. Portanto, a hipótese foi que de cães da raça Dachshund apresentam parâmetros hematológicos e bioquímicos diversos daqueles referenciados, na literatura, para a espécie canina. Assim, o objetivo foi determinar os parâmetros hematológicos e bioquímicos de cães adultos e sadios da raça Dachshund e compará-los aos já existentes (valores de referência) na literatura para a espécie em questão. Avaliaram-se 69 animais adultos e sadios da raça Dachshund, referentes a 23 parâmetros laboratoriais, quais sejam: contagem total de hemácias (He), hemoglobina (Hb), hematócrito (Ht), volume corpuscular médio (VCM), concentração de hemoglobina corpuscular média (CHCM), hemoglobina corpuscular média (HCM), contagem total de leucócitos, neutrófilos totais, metamielócitos, bastonetes, segmentados, linfócitos típicos, linfócitos atípicos, monócitos, eosinófilos, basófilos, plaquetas, proteína total, albumina, alanina aminotransferase (ALT), fosfatase alcalina (FA), ureia e cretinina. Após análise estatística, concluiu-se que os analitos hematócrito, hemoglobina e albumina apresentaram valores maiores quando comparados com os intervalos de referência já existentes, corroborando, assim, a heterogeneidade interracial existente e a necessidade do conhecimento de tais diferenças na rotina clínica. / The canine species was described as the most polymorphic species on the planet, presenting vast inter-racial heterogeneity, but noticeable intrarracial homogeneity. Taking this information into account, the need for research to verify such divergences, especially regarding the reference interval of laboratory exams, has been expanding exponentially, in order to avoid any misinterpretation and complementary interpretation in the clinical diagnosis. Therefore, the hypothesis was that of Dachshund dogs have hematological and biochemical parameters different from those referenced in the literature for the canine species. Thus, the objective was to finish the hematological and biochemical parameters of adult and healthy dogs of the Dachshund breed and to compare them with the existing ones (reference values) in the literature for the species in question. A total of 69 healthy adult Dachshund animals were evaluated objectifying 23 laboratory parameters: red blood cell count (Hb), hemoglobin (Hb), hematocrit (Ht), mean corpuscular volume (MCV), corpuscular hemoglobin concentration (total cholesterol), total neutrophils, metamielocytes, segmented rods, typical lymphocytes, atypical lymphocytes, monocytes, eosinophils, basophils, platelets, total protein, albumin, alanine aminotransferase (ALT), total corpuscular hemoglobin (HCMM) , alkaline phosphatase (FA), urea and creatinine. After statistical analysis, it was concluded that hematocrit, hemoglobin and albumin analytes presented higher values when purchased with the existing reference intervals, thus corroborating the interracial heterogeneity and the need for knowledge of such differences in clinical routine.

rans-racial adoption was first legalised in South Africa in 1991, and remains a contentious issue within a society in which the ramifications of apartheid are still felt. The study was borne of recognition of the need for clear understanding of the phenomenon of trans-racial adoption in the unique South African context, from the perspective of the adoptees themselves. The phenomenological approach was employed in this qualitative study, in order to gain an understanding of the meaning and sense that trans-racial adoptees ascribe to their lived experiences. The population for the study was trans-racially adopted individuals within South Africa, aged 18 years or older, who have been legally adopted during infancy or early childhood, after 1991. Snowball sampling was determined to be the most appropriate sampling method for the study. Individual, in-depth interviews were conducted with six trans-racial adoptees. These interviews were led by the question "Tell me the story of your experience of growing up as a trans-racially adopted child, and the meaning that this has for you?" The data collected through the interview process was analysed using thematic data analysis. The trustworthiness of the research process and findings was achieved through employing theoretically prescribed data verification strategies. The rich accounts offered by the participants provided insight into their experiences. The most significant study findings revealed that the participants experienced emotional security within their adoptive families, but encountered racism and discrimination within society. The findings further indicated that ambivalence developed during the process of identity formation. In making sense of their experiences, the participants reflected on their uniqueness and individuality, and highlighted gains related to their upbringing. It was evident that quality parental care and the participants’ own resilience contributed to their success in navigating these challenges. Based on the research findings, the study concluded with recommendations for enhancing outcomes in trans-racial adoption.

This study examined the marriage experiences of four Chinese Canadian women who are married to Caucasian husbands in Canada. Employing a phenomenological qualitative approach, in - depth interviews were conducted with these women in the ethnically diverse city of Vancouver, exploring their lived experiences in these relationships. The findings in this study reflect upon this and tries to bring some understanding to this rather complex phenomenon. The first finding is the non - accidental nature in who we choose to bring into our world. This important element was highlighted in the findings as it speaks to the reasons why we seek certain people to be in our life, including our spouses. The women in this study all spoke about early influences and experiences which reflected a sense of being an outsider in their own world at some point. These experiences have in one form or another shaped how these women approached relationships and in particular marriage. The second finding speaks to the effortlessness which these women present when moving between their Chinese and Canadian culture. The skills of negotiating and interpreting were highlighted by one of the women as a role that she has grown up with but now also finds useful in her marriage. This role appears almost invisible to most people because of the way these women incorporate it into their day to day living. The last major finding is the importance of seeking a balance between the two cultures in intermarriage. In doing so, it allowed the women in this study to find a safe place for them to freely express the two sided nature of their culture which up until then remained separated. In some cases it also provided the impetus to revisit their culture of origin to rework another understanding of the role of Chinese culture in their lives. The findings of this study provide a beginning understanding into the work which these four women negotiated in intermarriage to achieve a balance between the Canadian and Chinese cultures in which they live. The findings from this study bridge a gap in the understanding of the phenomenon of interracial relationships in Canada and contribute to a broader cross cultural practice in social work and family therapy. / Arts, Faculty of / Social Work, School of / Graduate

M.A. / Transracial Adoption (TRA) was legalised in South Africa in June 1991. TRA is a controversial issue all over the world. In the United Kingdom and United States there has been extensive research on TRA related to many different aspects of it, rendering a variety of conflicting results. Little research has been conducted around TRA in South Africa to date. This study was undertaken to research the relatively new phenomenon of TRA in South Africa. The study was based on literature and research from overseas, to identify how TRA in South Africa compares. The respondents of the study were parents who have adopted transracially and social workers who have been involved in TRA. A hybrid of exploratory and descriptive study was conducted. Fourteen parents and twenty-one social workers responded to the questionnaires. The primary limitation being the small sample of respondents, however, due to the population size being small this sample could be representative. The results showed that people involved in TRA in South Africa are aware of, and concerned about, very similar issues as those raised overseas. As TRA in South Africa is still in its teething phase, valuable results emerged about how to go about TRA, so as to make it most effective for all parties concerned. Preparation for TRA, racial identity issues and recommendations for further research were discussed according to results from the study.

This project aims to equip people with a more nuanced understanding of cross-racial adoptive identity. This will be actualised through the telling of my own personal lived experiences, as well as other cross race adoptees’ stories.

Indigenous adoptee scholars across Turtle Island and beyond have done good work in coming to understand their identity through community connection, culture, education and practice. A plethora of research has guided young Indigenous interracial adoptees on their journey, yet there are few stories focused on the experiences of interracial Maya adoptees reconnecting to their culture in KKKanada. Currently there is limited research documenting Maya adoptees experiences of displacement and cultural reclamation in KKKanadian adoption studies. Research must make more space for these stories and the stories of local Indigenous communities supporting them. In this story (thesis), through engagement with current literature and ten research questions, I explored what it meant to live as an interracial adoptee in West Coast Indigenous communities. An Indigenous Youth Storywork methodology was applied to bring meaning to relationships I have with diverse Indigenous Old Ones, mentors and Knowledge Keepers and their influence on my journey as a Maya adoptee returning to my culture. My personal story was developed and analyzed using an Indigenous decolonial framework and Indigenous Arts-based methods. This storying journey sheds light on the intricate intersections of interracial adoption, specifically for Maya Indigenous Youth who currently live in KKKanada. The intention of this Youth Storywork research work is to create space for Indigenous, Interracial, Transracial and Maya adoptees in Child and Youth Care, Social Work and Counselling Psychology education, policy and practice. / Graduate / 2021-11-18