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Proceedings of the 55th
Annual Meeting of the
New England
Psychological Association
October 10, 2015
Fitchburg State University
Fitchburg, Massachusetts
www.NEPsychological.org

The New England Psychological Association would like to thank
Fitchburg State University for hosting the 2015 Annual Meeting,
and recognize the following organizations, grants, and individuals:
• Richard S. Lapidus, Ph.D., President, Fitchburg State University
• Paul Weizer, Ph.D., Interim V.P. for Academic Affairs, Fitchburg State
University
• Sara Pollak Levine, Ph.D., Chair, Department of Psychological Science,
Fitchburg State University
• Peter J. Hogan, Ph.D., Department of Psychological Science, Fitchburg
State University
• Brenda Coleman, Department of Psychological Science, Fitchburg
State University
• Fitchburg State University Department of Psychological Science
• Fitchburg State University Psychological Science Club
• Northeast Conference For Teachers of Psychology Steering
Committee
• American Psychological Association Education Directorate
• APA Board of Educational Affairs (BEA)
• Society for the Teaching of Psychology
• Psi Chi, The International Honor Society in Psychology
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Thompson Hall
Thompson Hall is the primary building for the presentation of papers and
symposia—Rooms 102, 111, and 113.
Hammond Hall
Posters and exhibits are presented in the Main Lounge (First Floor). Entering at the
rear of Hammond Hall permits immediate access to the Main Lounge, which is just
across from Thompson Hall. Psi Chi events (Room G01) and Featured Speakers
(Ellis White Lecture Hall) are located on the Ground Floor.

Friday 6:45 PM - 8:00 PM
Distinguished Presenter (1)
6:45 PM - 7:45 PM
Hammond Hall, Ellis White Lecture Hall (Ground Floor)
Loreto R. Prieto, Ph.D.
(Iowa State University)
Right Next Door But Worlds Apart:
Demographic Diversity And The
University Campus
Introduced by Peter Hogan, Ph.D.
(Fitchburg State University)
The university campus and academia has historically been populated by middle class students, with parents who are
themselves college graduates. Over the past 50 years though the demography of students has changed significantly.
However, the environment and educational process have not changed as rapidly. This means students of color,
working class students, and first generation students often face particular difficulties and challenges that mainstream
traditional students do not. In this talk, I will present ways in which the culture of academia and culturally diverse
students can try to meet halfway in terms of understanding each others needs so that both groups can achieve
successes.
Loreto R. Prieto is a Professor of Psychology and past Director of US Latino/a Studies at Iowa State
University. He earned his undergraduate and doctoral degrees at The University of Iowa. He is also a Fellow
of the American Psychological Association (APA) in both Divisions 2 (Teaching) and 17 (Counseling).
Loreto has over 150 scholarly publications and presentations to his credit, including two books, with his
work centering largely on the interface of psychology pedagogy and issues of cultural diversity. He has
taught multicultural/diversity courses in undergraduate and graduate psychology for over 25 years and is a
sought after speaker and consultant on these topics.
Dr. Prieto’s presentation was supported by the generosity of Fitchburg
State University and concludes the Friday programming of the New
England Psychological Association. 

Saturday 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Room 102, Thompson Hall, First Floor
Graduate Education Symposium
Facing The Challenge of Graduate School:
Insights And Perspectives For Maximizing Success (2)
Tony D. Crespi, Ph.D. (The University of Hartford)
& Dr. Natasha K. Segool, Ph.D. (The University of Hartford)
Making application for Ph.D. and Psy.D. programs is challenging! It’s frightening! It’s expensive! What can maximize
the likelihood of success? What does employment resemble following graduation? How does funding happen? Is a
terminal M.A. advantageous en route to a doctorate? What are the differences between clinical psychology,
counseling psychology, and school psychology programs? Should you consider a program in family therapy? This
program, with ample opportunity for questions and discussions, examines all of these issues. Data on admissions
will be shared and discussed.
Room 111, Thompson Hall, Ground Floor
Paper Session:
Emotions, Movement & Perception
Vivian Ciaramitaro, Ph.D. (University of Massachusetts at Boston), Session Chair
9:00 AM - 9:15 AM (3)
Effects Of Two Commercially Available Taste Modifiers On Taste Intensity And Taste
Sensitivity
Evan Rushton (Saint Anselm College) & Adam Wenzel, Ph.D. (Saint Anselm College)
The contributions of the four taste-cell types was explored using phenomenological evaluation of
four tastants (bitter, salty, sour and sweet) and taste threshold defined by electrogustometry before
and after 29 participants consumed water, freeze-dried synsepalum dulcificum (i.e., Miracle Berry),
and tea containing gymnema sylvestre. Not suprisngly, the water treatment did not affect the
perceived intensity of the tastants or taste threshold. Taste intensity of the sweet soltuion decreased
after consuming the Miracle Berry, but no changes were observed in taste threshold. In contrast, the
tea significantly decreased taste intensity, about 50%, and taste threshold, about 20%.
9:15 AM - 9:30 AM (4)
What Is In A Face? Investigating Mechanisms For Processing Gender And Emotion In A
Face
Daniel Harris & Vivian Ciaramitaro, Ph.D. (University of Massachusetts at Boston)
The present paper investigated interdependent processing of facial features. Previous models of face
processing suggest face features (e.g., gender, ethnicity, emotion) are processed independently (Bruce
& Young, 1986); however, recent research has found evidence for interdependent processing

(Bestelmeyer, DeBruine, Little, & Welling, 2011). To elucidate whether certain features are processed
jointly, we adapted 32 participants (18 female) to angry female and happy male faces. Responses to
male probe images became perceptually biased towards angry and female probe images biased
towards happy. These results lend insight into joint perceptual and possible neuronal mechanisms
specific to both gender and emotion.
9:30 AM - 9:45 AM (5)
Emotion And Long-Term Memory
Annelise Klettner, M.A. (Southern Connecticut State University)
The purpose of the study was to determine the effect of emotional priming on long-term memory,
using emotional information to manipulate mood. Main findings revealed that emotional priming
significantly affected peoples’ mood. In addition, those who felt more positive as a result of priming
also felt more negative. Despite findings, emotional priming did not influence the amount of
emotional information remembered later on. It is concluded that emotions are capable of being
manipulated. Although priming methods were effective on mood, stronger methods may need to be
implemented in order to impact memory.
9:45 AM - 10:00 AM (6)
Perception Of Movement Differences In Autism Spectrum Disorder
Katherine Schmidt, B.A. (Assumption College), Paula Fitzpatrick, Ph.D. (Assumption College),
Veronica Romero, M.A. (University of Cincinnati), Joseph Amaral, Ph.D. (University of Cincinnati),
Michael J. Richardson, Ph.D. (University of Cincinnati) & R.C. Schmidt, Ph.D. (College of the Holy
Cross)
We examined whether neurotypical participants watching videos of interactions of children with and
without autism could detect differences in synchronization and whether these differences are
perceived as characteristic of autism. The findings indicate that individuals can detect autism based
on brief presentations of biological motion during a social interaction and the perceptions of the
likelihood of a diagnosis would depend on synchronization ability and diagnosis; moreover,
movement matching was suggested as a perceptual source of information underlying perception of
synchronization. This raises the possibility that differences in social motor coordination could serve
as a more objective bio-behavioral marker of autism.
Symposium
Why Community Programs Sometimes Miss the Mark,
and How We’re Trying to Improve Their Aim (7)
Katherine Evarts, M.S. (Center for Research on Psychological Practice), John Erdmann, B.A. (Center for Research
on Psychological Practice), Mackenzie Soniak, B.A. (Center for Research on Psychological Practice), Sarah Pearson,
B.A. (Center for Research on Psychological Practice), George Tremblay, Ph.D. (Center for Research on
Psychological Practice) & James Fauth, Ph.D. (Center for Research on Psychological Practice)

High quality evaluation can increase effectiveness by sensitizing program staff to current needs and strengths of
their target population, to the most potent ingredients of their intervention (program fidelity), and to the unfolding
impacts of their efforts. In the proposed presentation, we will provide examples of evaluation delivering each of
these benefits. We will describe the use of Colorado State University's Community Readiness Model to help
program staff efficiently target their efforts in the development of a program for youth with serious emotional
disturbance and their families, by assessing the perception of need, capacity, and willingness to act within the
community. Secondly, we will describe our use of quantitative and qualitative data about the program's team
meetings to gauge fidelity for the same program. Combined with thematic analysis of audio-recorded interviews
with staff running the program, these data comprised the feedback we provided in order to help the program
remain faithful to its desired goals and methods. Lastly, we will present numerous feedback delivery systems that
provide program stakeholders with visual aids to depict program strengths and weaknesses. These evaluation
feedback systems empower stakeholders to improve program implementation by showing them where change is
needed; for example, by showing progress towards goals, providing data capture rates, and presenting the
demographics of target populations. Evaluating different facets of program implementation with these tools assists
program stakeholders in creating meaningful improvement in their programs.
Hammond Hall, Ellis White Lecture Hall, Ground Floor
Featured Speaker (8)
R. Eric Landrum, Ph.D.
(Boise State University)
Using Storytelling as an Evidence-Based
Instructional Practice
Introduced by Bethany Fleck Dillon, MST
(Society for the Teaching of Psychology)
Storytelling as a means of information transmission is as old as the
first humans communicating with one another. If one of our goals as
educators is to foster the memorability of content with our students, cognitive scientists inform us
about the powerful benefits of storytelling. Whether the audience is introductory psychology
students or eventual psychology major graduates, there are strategies for telling personal and non
personal stories that can be leveraged. Numerous examples and resources are provided in hopes of
enhancing storytelling effectiveness.
Dr. Landrum’s presentation was supported by the Society for the
Teaching of Psychology (Division 2 of the American Psychological Association).

Hammond Hall, Main Lounge, First Floor
General Poster Session I
Poster 1 (9)
Bystander Behaviors And Attitudes In College Students Before And After Green Dot
Bystander Intervention Training
Julia H. Cristofano, B.A. (Connecticut College), Joan C. Chrisler, Ph.D. (Connecticut College) &
Jennifer Gorman, M.A. (Connecticut College)
Poster 2 (10)
The Environmental Context Of Communication And Its Effects On Learning Agility
Arlouwe Sumer, B.S. (Carlos Albizu University) & Toni DiDona, Ph.D. (Carlos Albizu University)
Poster 3 (11)
Scientific Inquiry And Critical Thinking In The Psychology Major: Assessing Students’
Perceptions
Sean DeMartino, M.S. (Springfield College), Dylan Chasse, B.S. (Springfield College) & Marjorie
Marcotte, Ed.D. (Springfield College)
Poster 4 (12)
Non-Medical Stimulant Use And Executive Dysfunction Among College Students
Jessica Fulcher (Southern Connecticut State University), Megan Rabuffo (Southern Connecticut State
University), James Ferraro (Southern Connecticut State University), Victoria Sheridan (Southern
Connecticut State University), Elizabeth Santulli (Southern Connecticut State University), Haley
Gustavson (Southern Connecticut State University), Sarah Lessne (Southern Connecticut State
University) & Kenneth S. Walters, Ph.D. (Southern Connecticut State University)
Poster 5 (13)
Psychometric Analysis Of A Measure Of College Functional Academic Problems
Sarah Lessne (Southern Connecticut State University), Allen Michot (Southern Connecticut State
University), Jessica Fulcher (Southern Connecticut State University), Megan Rabuffo (Southern
Connecticut State University), James Ferraro (Southern Connecticut State University), Victoria
Sheridan (Southern Connecticut State University), Elizabeth Santulli (Southern Connecticut State
University), Haley Gustavson (Southern Connecticut State University) & Kenneth S. Walters, Ph.D.
(Southern Connecticut State University)

Poster 6 (14)
Psychosocial Predictors Of Academic Impairment Among Traditional College Students
Allen P. Michot III (Southern Connecticut State University) & Kenneth S. Walters, Ph.D. (Southern
Connecticut State University)
Poster 7 (15)
Heavy Drinking And Executive Dysfunction Among College Students
Haley Gustavson (Southern Connecticut State University), Sarah Lessne (Southern Connecticut State
University), Jessica Fulcher (Southern Connecticut State University), Megan Rabuffo (Southern
Connecticut State University), James Ferraro (Southern Connecticut State University), Victoria
Sheridan (Southern Connecticut State University), Elizabeth Santulli (Southern Connecticut State
Poster 8 (16)
Non-Medical Stimulant Use And Interpersonal Problems Among College Students
Megan Rabuffo (Southern Connecticut State University), James Ferraro (Southern Connecticut State
University), Victoria Sheridan (Southern Connecticut State University), Elizabeth Santulli (Southern
Connecticut State University), Haley Gustavson (Southern Connecticut State University), Sarah
Lessne (Southern Connecticut State University), Jessica Fulcher (Southern Connecticut State
Poster 9 (17)
Regular Cannabis Usage And Social Impairment Among College Students
Victoria Sheridan (Southern Connecticut State University), Elizabeth Santulli (Southern Connecticut
State University), Haley Gustavson (Southern Connecticut State University), Sarah Lessne (Southern
Connecticut State University), Jessica Fulcher (Southern Connecticut State University), Megan
Rabuffo (Southern Connecticut State University), James Ferraro (Southern Connecticut State
Poster 10 (18)
High Risk Drinking And Deficits In Executive Functioning Among College Students
Elizabeth Santulli (Southern Connecticut State University), Haley Gustavson (Southern Connecticut
State University), Sarah Lessne (Southern Connecticut State University), Jessica Fulcher (Southern
Connecticut State University), Megan Rabuffo (Southern Connecticut State University), James
Ferraro (Southern Connecticut State University), Victoria Sheridan (Southern Connecticut State

Poster 11 (19)
Effects Of Regular Cannabis Use On College Student Executive Functions
James Ferraro (Southern Connecticut State University), Victoria Sheridan (Southern Connecticut
State University), Elizabeth Santulli (Southern Connecticut State University), Haley Gustavson
(Southern Connecticut State University), Sarah Lessne (Southern Connecticut State University),
Jessica Fulcher (Southern Connecticut State University), Megan Rabuffo (Southern Connecticut State
Poster 12 (20)
Suggested Improvements To Increase Help-Seeking Among Victims Of Sexual Assault,
Dating Violence, And Stalking
Meghan Reilly (Clark University)
Poster 13 (21)
Paper Or Computer, Black Or Blue? The Effects Of Note-Taking And Color On Memory
Marina Goding (Stonehill College) & Christine Zambernardi (Stonehill College)
Poster 14 (22)
Minimizing The Consequences Of Self-Objectification In College Women Through Yoga
Taylor T. Allard, M.S. (Rivier University) & Elizabeth Harwood, Ph.D. (Rivier University)
Poster 15 (23)
The Effects Of Manipulated Objective-State Self-Esteem On Performance On A Simple
Task
Alex Presciutti (Stonehill College) & Adam Colella, B.A. (Stonehill College)
Poster 16 (24)
Bad Laughter, Good Laughter, And Interpersonal Traits: Relationships Of Gelotophobes
And Gelotophiles
Bernard C. Beins, Ph.D. (Ithaca College), Shannon Rebholz (Ithaca College) & Maris Krauss (Ithaca
College)
Poster 17 (25)
Is Positive Body Satisfaction Associated With Increased Social Engagement And Lower
Levels Of Depression?
Corey Silvia (University of Rhode Island) & Natalie Sabik (University of Rhode Island)

Poster 18 (26)
The Effects Of Extracurricular Involvement On Self-Efficacy In College Students
Scott T. Zagorski (University of New Haven) & Amanda R. Bozack, Ph.D. (University of New
Haven)
Poster 19 (27)
Fear Of Missing Out: The Impact On Health Outcomes Among College Students
Alyssa Francis, M.S. (University of Rhode Island), Sue K. Adams, Ph.D. (University of Rhode Island)
& Rachel Feragne, B.S. (University of Rhode Island)
Poster 20 (28)
Interpersonal Trust And Social Support In Emerging Adults
Eleanor Fisk (Middlebury College) & Robert W. Moeller, Ph.D. (Middlebury College)
Poster 21 (29)
Professor-Student Rapport And Student Outcomes: A Partial Replication Of Wilson & Ryan
(2013)
Anne E. Stuart, Ph.D. (American International College) & Sandra A. Sego, Ph.D. (American
International College)
Poster 22 (30)
Moving Beyond The Mean In Studies Of Stimulus-Driven Control
Maayan Eldar (Bard College), Molly Bremner (Bard College) & Thomas Hutcheon, Ph.D. (Bard
College)
Poster 23 (31)
The Specious Present: A Phenomenological And Neurocognitive Integration
Robert M. Anderson, Jr., Ph.D. (Hawaii School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University/
Hawaii), Kellen T. Imada, B.A. (Hawaii School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University/
Hawaii) & Blake K. M. Anderson (University of Massachusetts at Amherst)
Poster 24 (32)
An Examination Of Self Regulated Learning Strategies Among Asian English-Language
Learners
Anna Shuqom (Wheelock College)

Poster 25 (33)
College Students With Disabilities: Factors That Influence Help-Seeking Behaviors
Thomas Donlan, B.A. (State University of New York at New Paltz), Nancy Badi, M.S. (State
University of New York at New Paltz) & Michael Gayle, Ph.D. (State University of New York at
New Paltz)
Poster 26 (34)
Predictors Of Postpartum Depression Among Pregnant Women On Public Assistance
Sarah Hill, B.A. (Women and Infants Hospital) & Caron Zlotnick, Ph.D. (Women and Infants
Hospital, Warren Alpert Medical School at Brown University)
Poster 27 (35)
Perinatal Women’s Interest In A Brief Computer-Based Intervention For Intimate Partner
Violence
Sarah Hill, B.A. (Women and Infants Hospital), Yael Chatav Schonbrun, Ph.D. (Butler Hospital,
Brown University) & Caron Zlotnick, Ph.D. (Women and Infants Hospital, Warren Alpert Medical
School at Brown University)
Poster 28 (36)
Similarities That Help And Hinder Spatial Science Learning
Travis Dumais, B.A. (Rhode Island College), Nicklaus Collette, B.A. (Rhode Island College), Jessica
Wright (Rhode Island College), Nicole Cesaroni (Rhode Island College) & Benjamin D. Jee, Ph.D.
(Worcester State University)
Poster 29 (37)
Lending Her A Hand: An Observational Study Of Social Density And Helping Behavior
Alex Belval (Bryant University), Dinnea DiGrigoli (Bryant University), Camille Dings, B.S. (Bryant
University) & Nanci Weinberger, Ph.D. (Bryant University)
Poster 30 (38)
The Depiction Of College Life On YouTube: Healthy Or Not?
Lillian Dugan (Endicott College) & Beverly Dolinsky, Ph.D. (Endicott College) 
Poster Session I concludes the 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM session.
The next session begins at 10:10 AM.

Graduate Education Symposium (39)
Career Aspirations Toward Life As a Professor:
Inside The Ivory Tower
Tony D. Crespi, Ph.D. (The University of Hartford)
& Dr. Natasha K. Segool, Ph.D. (The University of Hartford)
For many undergraduates and graduate students life as a college professor seems appealing. Still, many do not know
what is specifically required to become a professor. Many are unaware of differing contracts different schools.
Indeed, in addition to teaching universities employ professionals in many related positions including student affairs,
career services and college counseling centers. This presentation explores opportunities within the university.
Paper Session: Discrimination & Personal Control
Karen Meteyer, Ph.D. (Rivier University), Session Chair
10:10 AM - 10:25 AM (40)
Asian, Black And White Women’s Experiences Under Identity Threat Within Leadership
Roles
Samantha H. Snyder, M.A. (Tufts University) & Jessica D. Remedios, Ph.D. (Tufts University)
Little is known about how gender-by-race intersectional groups are perceived to fit within leadership
roles and what their experiences are like in these roles. In Study 1, we found that White men were
perceived as a better fit for leadership roles than all other groups. White women, Black men, and
Asian men were then perceived as fitting better with leadership roles than Black and Asian women.
In Study 2, we found that White, Black, and Asian women negotiated less funding for their student
organization than White men when told their leadership ability was being assessed.
10:25 AM - 10:40 AM (41)
Racial And Gender Ambiguous Person Perceptions May Function To Restore The Basic
Need For Control
Alexandra K. Margevich, M.A. (Rutgers University) & Luis M. Rivera, Ph.D. (Rutgers University)
Ambiguous people challenge the world as orderly and structured because they undermine well-
defined social categories. People with higher personal control needs may be more likely to rely on
social cognitive heuristics when processing ambiguous people because they wish to impose order on
their social world. Consistent with these ideas and our main prediction, individuals with greater need

for control exhibited relatively fast heuristic face processing of Black-White (Study 1) and Male-
Female (Study 2) ambiguous faces. These data suggest that heuristic ambiguous face processing may
serve as a compensatory source of control.
10:40 AM - 10:55 AM (42)
Perceptions Of Veteran And Nonveteran Students In Post-Secondary Education
Jessica Price, M.S. (Rivier University) & Karen Meteyer, Ph.D. (Rivier University)
The current study explored beliefs about veteran students and their educational experiences. Veteran
and nonveteran participants (N=33) were surveyed to assess perceptions of their institutions’
support and knowledge of veteran students. Results suggested that veteran and non-veteran students
overall had similar views of the level of support provided to veteran students by their institutions.
Some concerns identified by participants were the institutions’ lack of education regarding military
culture, awareness of veteran students on campus and their institutions’ “Military Friendly®” status.
10:55 AM - 11:10 AM (43)
Chronic Stress Of Social Discrimination: Assessment Using Hair Cortisol: Moderation By
Social Status/Social Identity
Kymberlee M. O'Brien, Ph.D. (University of Massachusetts at Boston and Worcester Polytechnic
Institute), Jerrold S. Meyer, Ph.D. (Amherst, Massachusetts), Edward Tronick, Ph.D. (University of
Massachusetts at Boston) & Celia L. Moore, Ph.D. (University of Massachusetts at Boston)
We report the first direct evidence that perceived discrimination is a chronic stressor associated with
chronic elevations of cortisol sufficient to serve as a risk factor for chronic disease. The
discrimination-cortisol relationship was found across objective and subjective status, suggesting that
discrimination can remain as a powerful disease risk factor despite upward mobility in the social
group. Obtained in young urban adults with diverse backgrounds, hair cortisol (as chronic stress)
and survey questions about lifetime and daily discrimination. Findings indicate that discrimination
needs to be considered as mechanistic for interventions designed to reduce health disparities in
racial/ethnic minorities.
Paper Session: Supervision & Clinical
Lorraine Mangione, Ph.D. (Antioch University New England), Session Chair
10:10 AM - 10:25 AM (44)
New Classification Of Behaviors In Dementia/Neurocognitive Disorder Based On
Specification Of The Theoretical Construct
Atul Sunny Luthra, M.D., MSc, FRCPC (Master University, University of Waterloo, Homewood
Health Centre and Hamilton Health Science)
Literature was reviewed to identify Specification of the Theoretical Construct (STC) to justify
aggregation of similar dementia behaviors into distinct, clinically-meaningful categories. STC

identified were theories on: information processing; emotion regulation; compliance/aggression;
motivation/needs-based. Two categories emanating from information processing theories were
Disorganized and Misidentification Behaviors. Four categories from motivation/needs-based
theories were Apathy, Motor, Importuning and Goal-Directed Behaviors. Two categories from
emotion regulation theories were Emotional and Fretful/Trepidated Behaviors. Two categories from
compliance/aggression theories were Oppositional and Physically-Aggressive Behaviors. A
heterogeneous group encompassing all four STCs had Vocal and Sexual Behaviors. This novel
classification approach allows better understanding of the meaning of behaviors.
10:25 AM - 10:40 AM (45)
Inmate-Facilitated End-Of-Life Care: Unique Perspectives On Confronting Death And
Living A Meaningful Life In Prison
Rachel M. Depner, M.S. (Center For Hospice and Palliative Care, Cheektoawaga, New York), Pei C.
Grant, Ph.D. (Center For Hospice and Palliative Care, Cheektoawaga, New York), Jennifer M. Breier,
MS.Ed. (Center For Hospice and Palliative Care, Cheektoawaga, New York), David Byrwa, B.S.
(Center For Hospice and Palliative Care, Cheektoawaga, New York), Jennifer Lodi-Smith, Ph.D.
(Canisius College) & Christopher W. Kerr, M.D., Ph.D. (Center For Hospice and Palliative Care,
Cheektoawaga, New York)
This study explores an inmate-facilitated hospice care program (IFHP) from the perspective of
inmate caregivers. Semi-structured interviews with 22 inmate-caregivers were conducted and
analyzed using Consensual Qualitative Research methodology. Interview questions explored inmate
caregiver attitudes, perspectives, and motivation for participation in IFHP with regard to meaning
and purpose in life, attitudes on death and dying, and perceived program impact. Results suggest
participating in an IFHP may provide more than an innovative solution to end-of-life care for
inmates but also potential for rehabilitative impact on the inmate caregivers.
10:40 AM - 10:55 AM (46)
Role Of Trust In Discussions Of CAMS Between Physician And Patient During Breast
Cancer Treatment
Sherry Pietrzykoski, Ph.D. (Argosy University, Penn Foster College)
The journey many women begin after learning of their cancer diagnosis often leads them to begin a
process of self-education about their illness and possible alternatives called complementary
alternative medications (CAMs). The decision making process that a woman undertakes to use
CAMs is complex and varied. The alarming figures, the cost of prescription medication, the
unpleasant side effects of traditional treatments, advice and input from family and friends, the
amount of information released by the medical community, as well as the idea of quality of life
versus quantity of life, may all be factors that complicate the decision making process.
10:55 AM - 11:10 AM (47)
Supervision From The Supervisee Perspective: Relationship, Boundaries, Best, Worst, And
Mixed
Lorraine Mangione, Ph.D. (Antioch University New England), Vincent Pignatiello, Psy.D. (Antioch
University New England), Kate Evarts, B.A. (Antioch University New England), Kevin O’Leary, B.S.
(Antioch University New England) & Lauren Gillis, M.S. (Antioch University New England)

Supervision is critical for clinical training in psychology, with much research addressing it. This
qualitative, exploratory study addresses best and worst supervision from the supervisees’ perspective.
Archival data, derived from a classroom-based, fishbowl exercise about best and worst supervision,
from15 years of a doctoral-level supervision course, were analyzed. Responses were coded utilizing
inductive content analysis. Themes emerging included strong relational foundations and inquiry
based pedagogy in best supervision; poor relationships, disorganization, and lack of collaboration in
worst; and “mixed supervision” with positive and negative experiences within one supervisory
relationship. Limitations and implications for research, pedagogy and practice are provided.
Hammond Hall, Room G 01, Ground Floor
Psi Chi Symposium (48)
The Relationship of Psi Chi Management and Leadership:
Pace University Psi Chi
Mercedes McCormick, Ph.D. (Pace University), Co-Chairs
Jennifer Trujillo-Armijo (Pace University), Nicholas Mediate (Pace University), Lindsay Hartman
(Pace University) & Laura Rodriguez (Pace University), Presenters
Deborah Harris-O'Brien, Ph.D. (Psi Chi Eastern Regional Vice-President), Discussant
Managing a Psi Chi Chapter can be challenging. For example, at the start of the academic year new
E-board members/leaders need to learn their roles and to work as an effective team member. In this
presentation, we will emphasize E-board officers' key roles and their significant influence in
managing and leading a Psi Chi Chapter. How new E-board members can develop leadership skills
essential to running Psi Chi meetings and organizing psychology oriented events will also be
addressed. The role of social media in developing relationships with other Psi Chi Chapters and
other departments within the university will be discussed. Questions and answers will be encouraged
among audience participants—Psi Chi E-board, faculty and students.

Hammond Hall
Ellis White Lecture Hall, Ground Floor
Distinguished APA Speaker (49)
Kathy Hirsh-Pasek, Ph.D.
(Temple University)
Language for Literacy: Preparing Children
for 3rd Grade Reading
Introduced by Peter Frost, Ph.D. (Southern New Hampshire University)
Over a dozen state governments have already passed laws mandating that all children must read at grade level in
third grade if they are to progress through formal school. Spurred by the Grade Level Reading Campaign, the call
is to renewed emphasis on early reading achievement as a gateway for further learning and success. In this talk, I
argue that the best way to ensure strong reading skills is not merely with a laser focus on reading, but also by turning
our attention to building strong language skills in early childhood. We have learned much in the past 30 years about
how children learn and process language. Distilling from the language literature, I present 6 principles of language
learning that can help build a strong foundation for language learning and for later reading success. Throughout, I
review the literature on language development and add newer research generated in our labs to bridge the gap
between the what we know from our science of learning and what we do in our homes and classrooms.
Kathryn Hirsh-Pasek is the Stanley and Debra Lefkowitz Distinguished Faculty Fellow in the Department of
Psychology at Temple University, where she serves as Director of the Temple Infant and Child Laboratory. Kathy
received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Pittsburgh and her Ph.D. at University of Pennsylvania. Her
research in the areas of early language development, literacy and infant cognition has been funded by the National
Science Foundation and the National Institutes of Health and Human Development and the Department of
Education (IES) resulting in 11 books and over 150 publications. With her long time collaborator, Roberta
Golinkoff, she is a recipient of The APA Bronfenbrenner Award for lifetime contribution to the science of
developmental psychology in the service of science and society and the APA Award for Distinguished Service to
Psychological Science. She also received Temple University’s Great Teacher Award and Paul Eberman Research
Award. She is a Fellow of the American Psychological Association and the American Psychological Society, served
as the Associate Editor of Child Development and treasurer of the International Association for Infant Studies. She
serves on the editorial board of Infancy. Her book, Einstein Never used Flashcards: How children really learn and
why they need to play more and memorize less, (Rodale Books) won the prestigious Books for Better Life Award as
the best psychology book in 2003. Kathy is deeply invested in bridging the gap between research and practice. To
that end, she was a researcher on the NICHD Study of Early Child Care and Youth Development, co-developed
the language and literacy preschool curricula for the State of California, was the co-founder of the Ultimate Block
Party (www.ultimateblockparty.com) and Learn (www. LearnNow.org), The Learning Resource Network. She serves
on the advisory boards of Disney Junior, Fred Rogers Center, Jumpstart, The New York Hall of Science and the
Dupage Children’s Museum and is a regular columnist for the Huffington Post and Psychology Today. 

General Poster Session II
Poster 1 (50)
Why So Angry? Investigating Gender Biases In The Judgment Of Emotion
Daniel Harris (University Of Massachusetts At Boston), Shan Lou, B.S. (University Of Massachusetts
At Boston) & Vivian M. Ciaramitaro, Ph.D. (University Of Massachusetts At Boston)
Poster 2 (51)
Sound-Shape Correspondence Across The Visual, Auditory And Somatosensory Modalities
Sandy Eid (University Of Massachusetts At Boston), Hiu Mei Chow, M.Phil. (University Of
Massachusetts At Boston), Daniel Harris (University Of Massachusetts At Boston) & Vivian M.
Ciaramitaro, PhD.
Poster 3 (52)
Looking For Defensiveness In Sentence Completions
Stephen P. Joy, Ph.D. (Albertus Magnus College) & Stephanie Strosahl, B.A. (Albertus Magnus
College)
Poster 4 (53)
High School Reading And Long-Term College Success
Stephen P. Joy, Ph.D. (Albertus Magnus College)
Poster 5 (54)
Promotion Of Well-Being: Effects Of Serenity And Emotion Regulation
Thach Nguyen (Assumption College), Michael Visconti (Assumption College), Maria Parmley, Ph.D
(Assumption College) & Fang Zhang, Ph.D. (Assumption College)
Poster 6 (55)
Global Versus Local Processing: A Shift In Cognitive Processing Associated With Yoga
Anna doCurral (Assumption College), Maria Parmley, Ph.D. (Assumption College), Fang Zhang,
Ph.D. (Assumption College) & Brenden Knight (Assumption College)

Poster 7 (56)
Implementing Focus Groups To Understand Students’ First-Year Experience Program
Perspectives: A Qualitative Study
Colleen J. Sullivan, Ph.D. (Worcester State University), Lauren Coscia, B.A. (Worcester State
University) & Kelsey McCarthy, B.A. (Worcester State University)
Poster 8 (57)
Promoting Interest And Knowledge In College Students: The Interaction Between Learning
Strategies And Task Application
Jennifer Jackson, B.S. (Worcester State University) & Colleen Sullivan, Ph.D. (Worcester State
University)
Poster 9 (58)
Undergraduate’s Perceived Readiness For Career Choice
Troy Gomes (Fisher College) & Tunde Turi-Markovic, Ph.D. (Fisher College)
Poster 10 (59)
An Assessment Of Student's Perceptions Of Sexual Assaults
Alicia Alex, B.A. (Fisher College) & Tunde Turi-Markovic, Ph.D. (Fisher College)
Poster 11 (60)
The Role Of Belief Systems On Attitudes Toward Disability
Heather Casey, B.A. (Worcester State University), Nicole M. Rosa, Ph.D. (Worcester State University)
& Kathleen Bogart, Ph.D. (Oregon State University)
Poster 12 (61)
Being Primed For Truthfulness And Its Effects On Conformity Within Speed-Dating
Hannah Reimel (Gordon College), Elizabeth Berube (Gordon College), Kara Dry (Gordon College)
& Sydney VanRhee (Gordon College)
Poster 13 (62)
Revenge Porn: Women’s Bodies As Retaliation
Angela Barney, B.A. (Connecticut College) & Joan Chrisler, Ph.D. (Connecticut College)

Poster 14 (63)
Recognition Of And Attitudes Toward Autism Spectrum Disorder In College Students
Katherine Dunham, Ph.D. (SUNY at Plattsburgh), Taylor McMahon (SUNY at Plattsburgh), Morgan
O’Connell (SUNY at Plattsburgh) & Laci Charette, Psy.D. (SUNY at Plattsburgh)
Poster 15 (64)
Worrying Together: Examination of the Factor Structure of the Co-Worry Questionnaire
Kathleen A. Herzig, Ph.D. (Plymouth State University), Caitlin V. Dombrowski, M.A. (University of
Connecticut) & Kimberli R.H. Treadwell, Ph.D. (University of Connecticut)
Poster 16 (65)
Post-Failure Attributional Feedback From An In-Group Expert Improves Sport Performance
N.C. Higgins, Ph.D. (St. Thomas University, Canada), Maxime Charrier, Ph.D. (University of Rennes,
France), Olivier Rascle, Ph.D. (University of Rennes, France), Pete Coffee, Ph.D. (University of
Stirling, Scotland), Tim Rees, Ph.D. (University of Exeter, UK) & David Le Foll, Ph.D. (University of
Rennes, France)
Poster 17 (66)
Testing An Interactive Effect Of Sleep And Cortisol On Memory Consolidation Using A Nap
Design
Emily L. Czeisler (Boston College), Kelly A. Bennion (Boston College), Jessica D. Payne (The
University Of Notre Dame) & Elizabeth A. Kensinger (Boston College)
Poster 18 (67)
Mindset And Coping: Avoiding Avoidance
Michael A. Grampetro Jr. (Quinsigamond Community College), Aaron R. Dean (Quinsigamond
Community College), Eric W. Mania (Quinisgamond Community College) & Valarie Clemente
(Quinsigamond Community College)
Poster 19 (68)
Purposeful = Prosocial? Empathy And Purpose As Predictors Of Prosocial Behavior
Eliana Hadjiandreou, B.A. (Clark University) & Seana Moran, Ed.D. (Clark University)
Poster 20 (69)
The Effect Of Social Desirability And Self-Esteem On Academic Cheating Behaviors
Amanda Lapite (American International College) & Sandra A. Sego, Ph.D. (American International
College)

Poster 21 (70)
"See, I'm Not Racist!": Aversive Racism, Peer Pressure, And Blaming Adolescents
Samantha Scott (University Of Puget Sound), Maya Richman (University Of Puget Sound), Leah
Kelly (University Of Puget Sound), Lauren Park (University Of Puget Sound) & Chloe Miller
(University Of Puget Sound)
Poster 22 (71)
The Common Experience Of Awe Across U.S. Religious And Political Divides
Alex Saunders (Middlebury College), Irene Andrade (Middlebury College) & Allison DiBianca Fasoli
(Middlebury College)
Poster 23 (72)
Practical Benefits Of Looking At Sugar And Obesity On The Addiction Model
Cornelia Channing (Wesleyan University)
Poster 24 (73)
Approaches To Laughter And The Dark Triad
Alison Cipriano, B.A. (Ithaca College), Shannon Rebholz (Ithaca College), Maris Krauss (Ithaca
College) & Bernard C. Beins (Ithaca College)
Poster 25 (74)
Factors Predicting History Of Arrest In Adult Marijuana Users
Briana Todhunter, B.S. (Teachers College, Columbia University), Shannon Duncan, B.A. (Teachers
College, Columbia University) & Jingyi Gu, M.A. (Teachers College, Columbia University)
Poster 26 (75)
The Covert Trauma Of Adoption
David Drustrup, MHP (Northwestern University)
Poster 27 (76)
The Effects Of A Self-Control Intervention On Health Goal Attainment
Arianna M. Ulloa (Positive Psychology Center, University Of Pennsylvania) & Angela L. Duckworth
Positive Psychology Center, University Of Pennsylvania)

Poster 28 (77)
Sleep Quality: Impacts On Fear Of Missing Out And Social Networking Use In College
Students
Rachel Feragne (University of Rhode Island), Alyssa Francis (University of Rhode Island) & Sue K.
Adams, Ph.D. (University of Rhode Island)
Poster 29 (78)
Identity Development And Well-Being In Emerging Adults
Kaitlyn Burnell, B.A. (Western Connecticut State University) & Tara Kuther, Ph.D. (Western
Connecticut State University)
Poster 30 (79)
The Story Of Advancing A Theory
Donnah Canavan (Boston College) & Sandy Lee (Boston College)
Poster Session II concludes the 10:10 AM - 11:10 AM session.
The next session begins at 11:20 AM.

Saturday 11:20 AM - 12:30 PM
Hammond Hall, Ellis White Lecture Hall, Ground Floor
Distinguished Contribution Award (80)
Duncan White, Ph.D. (Rhode Island College)
NEPA Business Meeting (81)
NEPA Presidential Address (82)
Michael Amico, Ph.D.
(Housatonic Community College)
Social Creatures: The Connection Between Personal
Relationships and Their Impact on Functioning
Introduced by:
Jeanine Skorinko, Ph.D. (Worcester Polytechnic Institute)
What is the meaning of life? Why are we here? How do I impact those around me? These are some
of the questions that scientists and psychologists have asked for centuries. These questions get at
the core of what it means to be a social animal, wired to connect to others in abstract ways that are
not always obvious. Over the years research has examined the ways our relationships with others
influences everything from risk-taking behaviors to mate selection. As decades have passed, the
media and society have often emphasized certain variables as being more important to long-term
survival and thus more thus more relevant to human interconnections than others. The factors that
have fluctuated by generation in terms of the influence others have our relationships have included
weight, religion, politics, as well as fatherlessness. This talk will examine some of the research I
have done on these topics and their overall implication in our relationship with others. The research
has been conducted with various research partners over the years and based on questions that have
arisen and been seen by my colleagues and myself. The questions and subjects that have arisen have
been researched because of the freedom I enjoy of not being in a research focused academic
position pushed to churn out copious amounts of publications. As a result, I can and do study
those items that connect to me personally and thus will discuss these variables as well as existing
themes that emerge out of these studies.  
These are the only events scheduled during the 11:20 AM -
12:30 PM time period. Food service is available at cost in
Holmes Dining Commons, 11 AM - 1 PM.

Saturday 12:40 PM - 1:40 PM
2015 NEPA Honorary Undergraduate Awards (83)
Donnah Canavan, Ph.D. (Boston College)
& Bryan Auday, Ph.D. (Gordon College), Co-Chairs
HUS is a designation we give to outstanding undergraduates who meet high standards of
performance in course grades, research productivity, and various extracurricular and service
activities. All of these students have achieved a very high GPA, have done research and have, in
addition, done service work in the community, attended psychological conferences, done
creative writing, and have as volunteers contributed to their undergraduate schools in many
ways, in admissions, tutoring, and even fund raising. In addition to all of this, these students
have all demonstrated a clear and serious interest in psychology. They are headed to filling the
ranks of our next generation of teachers, researchers, theoreticians, clinicians and
administrators in the field of psychology, and we congratulate them for their excellence.
2015 Recipients
Alexis Avery Adams-Clark (Connecticut College)
Melody Altschuler (Bates College)
Candace Crocker (Stonehill College)
Daniel Harris (University of Massachusetts at Boston)
Benjamin Katz (University of New England)
Michael Murgo (Connecticut College)
Alexis Smith (Housatonic Community College)
Jordan Thomas (Connecticut College)

Disordered Eating and Dementia
Dov Kugelmass, Ph.D. (Three Rivers Community College), Session Chair
12:40 PM - 12:55 PM (84)
How Appearance-Related Comments From Peers Are Related To Muscle Dysmorphia
Symptoms In College Men
Linda Lin, Ph.D. (Emmanuel College) & Jonathan Gold (Emmanuel College)
Our study examined the relationship between symptoms of muscle dysmorphia in college men and
positive and negative comments from three peer groups (male peers, female peers, and significant
others). The results of this study suggest a link between muscle dysmorphia and positive comments
from male peers and significant others. However, positive comments from female peers did not
appear to be related to muscle dysmorphia, nor did negative comments from any peer group.
12:55 PM - 1:10 PM (85)
Physical Appearance Comparison Patterns And Eating Disordered Attitudes In College-
Aged Women
Meghann Soby (Emmanuel College), Delaney O’Connor (Emmanuel College), Courtney Burns
(Emmanuel College) & Linda Lin, Ph.D. (Emmanuel College)
Our study examined how patterns of appearance comparisons are related to eating disordered
attitudes in college-aged women. We found that women who engage in upward comparisons,
regardless of whether they also engage in downward comparison, are at more risk than women who
engage in downward comparisons exclusively and no comparison.
1:10 PM - 1:25 PM (86)
Non-Binary Patients And Eating Disorder Treatment: A Thematic Analysis
Mary E. Duffy, B.A. (University of Saint Joseph) & Kristin E. Henkel, Ph.D. (University of Saint
Joseph)
This study examined the treatment experiences of transgender/non-binary individuals with eating
disorders [EDs]. Despite the elevated risk for EDs in this population, ED clinicians may be ill-
equipped to treat such patients. Eighty-four transgender/non-binary individuals with eating
disorders were recruited through social media. Participants completed an open-ended online
questionnaire addressing their ED treatment experiences. Inductive thematic analysis produced two
themes: negative experiences with clinicians and recommendations for providers. Results revealed
serious deficits in the ability of clinicians to work with these individuals. Further attention to the
needs of this high-risk population is crucial.

Symposium (87)
Does Skin Color Impact Mental Health Risks among Females?
The Complex Dynamics and Cultural Perspectives
Sukanya Ray, Ph.D. (Suffolk University), Sabra D. Al-Harthy, B.S. (Suffolk University)
& Quan Diep, B.S. (Suffolk University)
This presentation will provide brief historical and cultural perspectives on skin color issues across
cultures. Presenters will highlight meaning making process of various skin tone and status quo
experience. We will provide preliminary research data on the role of skin color dissatisfaction,
specific psychological/peer factors as correlates of mental health risks among adult women across
ethnic groups. The second part will include preliminary findings on perception of skin color and
beauty standard among males and females of different nationalities. Authors will discuss challenges
in addressing these sensitive issues across settings and highlight implications across clinical,
educational and interpersonal relationship domains.
Hammond Hall, Room G 01, Ground Floor
What Can Psi Chi Do For You?
Money And Research Opportunities For Students
Vincent Prohaska, Ph.D. (Lehman College of CUNY), Nadia Floyd (Lehman College), Sara
Mazo (Lehman College), Bianca Prasad (Lehman College), Pamela Sanchez (Lehman
College) & Deborah Harris-O'Brien, Ph.D. (Psi Chi Eastern Regional Vice-President)
Why should a student join Psi Chi? The officers of Lehman College's chapter will present the
benefits of Psi Chi membership for both graduate and undergraduate students, including research
awards and grants, scholarships, fellowships, summer internships and grants to present research at
regional and national conferences. Already a member? Learn about research opportunities including
recruiting subjects via Psi Chi and participating in the Collaborative Research and Education Project.
Psi Chi is international; find out how can your chapter work with a non-U.S. chapter.

Hammond Hall
Ellis White Lecture Hall, Ground Floor
Distinguished Contribution Speaker (89)
Bernard C. Beins, Ph.D.
(Ithaca College)
I Think, Therefore I Am A
Psychology Major: Psychology
and Critical Thinking
Introduced by Ted Bosack, Ph.D. (Providence College)
Critical thinking and scientific literacy are presumptive goals of higher education. What role can
psychology play in fostering such thinking? We should not be surprised that our discipline can play
a significant role in helping students determine how knowledge develops and what constitutes
adequate evidence for our beliefs, both of which are goals of scientific literacy. Students of
psychology need to know not only the facts of our discipline but also what those facts tell us. In
this presentation, I will show how psychology is useful to students for understanding the world as
we use data to create facts, then recognize what facts really are (and aren't), how we assemble facts
into theories, and why we should be cautious at every step along the way. In addition, I will
describe how scientific literacy permits us to use principles of psychology in helping us make good
decisions about our behavior and beliefs in everyday life. Psychologists understand the nature of
how mistaken beliefs arise, how culture affects the way we think, how psychological literacy can
lead to a better life, and how psychological thought is relevant to everyday behavior. Finally, our
students learn that our knowledge is always provisional and that statistics means never having to
say you are certain, but you may well be right. So borrowing from Descartes, our students might
recognize that a better title for this talk would be “I Think I Think, Therefore I Think I Am—But
That May Change.”

General Poster Session III
Poster 1 (90)
Evaluating The Role Of Social And Motor Engagement For Reducing Restrictive/Repetitive
Behaviors In Autism
Andrew Lampi (Assumption College), Paula Fitzpatrick, Ph.D. (Assumption College), Veronica
Romero, M.A. (University Of Cincinnati), Joseph Amaral, Ph.D. (University Of Cincinnati), Michael
J. Richardson, Ph.D. (University Of Cincinnati) & R.C. Schmidt, Ph.D. (College Of The Holy Cross)
Poster 2 (91)
Age Related Changes In Sensory Processing And Attachment To Comfort Objects
Anna doCurral (Assumption College), Maria Kalpidou, Ph.D. (Assumption College) & Regina
Kuersten-Hogan, Ph.D. (Assumption College)
Poster 3 (92)
Gaining Perspective And Promoting Awareness On Moral Injury
Beatrice Frempong (Widener University), Olivia Gartland (Widener University), Talia Liu (Rice
University), Emily Lipner, B.A. (Widener University), Jill Borin, M.A., M.L.I.S. (Widener University)
& Kathryn Healey, Ph.D. (Widener University)
Poster 4 (93)
Mindfulness for Irritability: A Cross-Demographic Study
Joshua Dredze, M.S.W., M.A. (University Of Hartford) & Michael Toohey, Ph.D. (Eastern
Washington University)
Poster 5 (94)
Coping With College: The Relations Between Stress, Coping, And Rumination In College
Students
Clorinda E. Vélez (Quinnipiac University), Katie E. White (Quinnipiac University), Priscilla A. Rigos
(Quinnipiac University) & Clara I. Mesevage (Quinnipiac University)
Poster 6 (95)
Dangerous? Websites Promoting Anorexia: A Look Into The Hidden World Of Anorexia
Nervosa
Victoria Broems (Marist College ) & William Van Ornum (Marist College)

Poster 7 (96)
Mindset And Delay Of Gratification: An Investigation Of Maternal And Child Variables
Kaitlyn L. Wilbur, M.A. (University Of Hartford) & Anne E. Pidano, Ph.D. (University Of Hartford)
Poster 8 (97)
Health Anxiety And The Rational-Experiential Self
Cory Rusin, M.A. (Adelphi University) & Michael J. Brown, Ph.D. (SUNY At Oneonta)
Poster 9 (98)
Stereotypes Of Women Of Different Sexual Orientations
Simone Liano (Wellesley College), Jean Sohn (Wellesley College) & Linda L. Carli, Ph.D. (Wellesley
College)
Poster 10 (99)
Sexual Orientation And Substance Use Among Incarcerated And Detained Girls
Michael H. Bernstein, M.A. (University Of Rhode Island ) & L.A.R. Stein, Ph.D. (University Of
Rhode Island)
Poster 11 (100)
The Effects Of Secondary Trauma And The Benefits Of Self-Care Practices
Michele O. Ramirez, Ph.D. (Pine Manor College), Melanie Rosario (Pine Manor College), Ruth
Rosado (Pine Manor College), Nikea Simpson (Pine Manor College) & Rachel Sanchez (Pine Manor
College)
Poster 12 (101)
The Effectiveness Of Mentoring Young Men Who Have Experienced Domestic Violence
Michele O. Ramirez, Ph.D. (Pine Manor College), Justina Desauguste (Pine Manor College), Valerie
Austin (Pine Manor College), Roxana Chavez (Pine Manor College), Yoseily Henriquez (Pine Manor
College) & Adrienne Mojica (Pine Manor College)

Poster 13 (102)
Youth Empowerment
Michele O. Ramirez, Ph.D. (Pine Manor College), Vanessa Soto (Pine Manor College), Ashlee Steed
(Pine Manor College), Jakenda Williams (Pine Manor College) & Ashley Tavares (Pine Manor
College)
Poster 14 (103)
The Effectiveness Of An After School Program
Michele O. Ramirez, Ph.D. (Pine Manor College), Liz Wanyana (Pine Manor College), Jose Paulino
(Pine Manor College), Candice Fitzpatrick, B.A. (Pine Manor College) & Ashley Nichols (Pine Manor
College)
Poster 15 (104)
Do People Think You're Attractive? It Depends On Your Name
Ashley Eng (Stonehill College)
Poster 16 (105)
Evaluating The Use Of Coping Skill Efficacy To Tailor Automated Treatment Among
Methadone Maintained Patients
Daniel P. Lloyd, M.A.(Apt Foundation), Destiny M. B. Printz, B.A. (Apt Foundation), Frank D.
Buono, Ph.D. (Yale University School Of Medicine & Apt Foundation) & Brent A. Moore, Ph.D.
(Yale University School Of Medicine & Apt Foundation)
Poster 17 (106)
The Effect Of Self-Reference On Long-Term Retention
Elizabeth K. Whitmore, B.S. (University Of New England) & Jennifer J. Stiegler-Balfour, Ph.D.
(University Of New England)
Poster 18 (107)
Nutritional Components And Stress-Induced Salivary Immunoglobulin A Reactivity
Kelcey E. Briggs, B.A. (Saint Michael’s College) & Melissa Vanderkaay Tomasulo, Ph.D. (Saint
Michael’s College)
Poster 19 (108)
Gender Differences In Outcomes Of Stress Response Profiles In Adolescence
Emily Cook, Ph.D. (Rhode Island College) & Orianna Duncan, A.A. (Rhode Island College)

Poster 20 (109)
The Mediating Effects Of Depression On The Relationship Between Perceived Stress And
Emotional Reactivity
Donald Pimental (Rhode Island College) & Emily Cook, Ph.D. (University Of North Carolina At
Greensboro)
Poster 21 (110)
Negative Influence Of Games On Health Willingness And The Potential Remedy
Christopher N. Burrows, Ph.D. (University Of Connecticut), Jennifer Birchwale, (University Of
Connecticut), Mallory Kloss, (University Of Connecticut) & Hart Blanton, Ph.D. (University Of
Connecticut)
Poster 22 (111)
Effects Of Disrupted Sleep On Daytime Sleepiness Among Young Children With ADHD
Helen Root (University Of Massachusetts—Amherst), Amanda Cremone, B.S. (University Of
Massachusetts—Amherst) & Rebecca M.C. Spencer, Ph.D. (University Of Massachusetts—Amherst)
Poster 23 (112)
Perceptions Of Racial Discrimination Among Ethnic Majority And Minority Groups In College
Leslie Key (Gordon College), Colin Ponzani (Gordon College) & Alexandria Satcher (Gordon
College)
Poster 24 (113)
The Influence Of Partner Cooperation And Defection On Social Decision-Making In
Depression
Kristen M. Sorgi, B.S. (Brown University, Alpert Medical School Of Brown University) & Mascha
Van ’t Wout, Ph.D. (Brown University, Alpert Medical School Of Brown University)
Poster 25 (114)
Hookup Behavior And Interpersonal Violence-Related Attitudes In College Men
Benjamin W. Katz (University Of New England) & Patricia J. Long, Ph.D. (University Of New
England)

Poster 26 (115)
Divided Attention And Performance On A Vigilance Task
Bruce D. Steinberg, Ph.D. (Curry College) & Philip A. Sloan, B.A. (Curry College)
Poster 27 (116)
Early Verb Comprehension
Stephanie Chauvin, B.A. (Rhode Island College), Alyson Cohen (Rhode Island College), Esther
Quiroz (Rhode Island College) & Beverly Goldfield, Ed.D. (Rhode Island College)
Poster 28 (117)
Adults' Remembrances Of Parental Acceptance-Rejection In Childhood Predict Current
Loneliness: A Pilot Study
Alex Molaver, M.A. (University Of Connecticut), Ronald Rohner, Ph.D. (University Of Connecticut)
& Kari Adamsons, Ph.D. (University Of Connecticut)
 
Poster Session III concludes the 12:40 PM - 1:40 PM session.
The next session begins at 1:50 PM.

Symposia (118)
University-School Partnerships to Improve Student Mental Health
Jennifer Green (Boston University), James LaBillois (Norwell Public Schools), Javier Guzman
(Boston University), Kathryn Adams (Boston University), Claire Brown (Boston University), Shannon Gribben
(Boston University), Noah Segal (Boston University), Rebecca Levine (Boston College)
& Suzanne Vinnes (Milton Public Schools and Boston University)
This symposium will present results from a year-long university-school district partnership. The goal of this
partnership was to provide recommendations for a multi-tiered system of mental health supports that would
emphasize universal prevention, and early intervention. Presentations will (a) describe the university-school district
partnership and discuss strengths and challenges encountered, (b) present results of the assessment of student
mental health needs, (c) report findings from a survey of teacher perceptions of student mental health needs and
classroom-based supports, (d) provide a review of teacher pre-service training in addressing student social-
emotional development and overview of programs designed for this purpose.
Paper Session
Substance Abuse and Addiction
Jacqueline Alfonso Barry, Ph.D. (Emmanuel College), Session Chair
1:50 PM - 2:05 PM (119)
Conduct Problems Associated With Regular Cannabis Usage Among College Students
Kenneth S. Walters, Ph.D. (Southern Connecticut State University), James Ferraro (Southern
Connecticut State University), Victoria Sheridan (Southern Connecticut State University), Elizabeth
Santulli (Southern Connecticut State University), Jessica Fulcher (Southern Connecticut State
University), Megan Rabuffo (Southern Connecticut State University), Haley Gustavson (Southern
Connecticut State University) & Sarah Lessne (Southern Connecticut State University)
A sample of 1540 college students reported their typical cannabis usage and history of 12 conduct
problems relevant to the college setting. Students were categorized into two cannabis usage groups;
never used versus regular usage (“consistently, at least weekly”). The groups were compared on rates
of conduct problems since entering college. Students regularly using cannabis reported higher rates
of stealing, fighting, speeding tickets, driving while intoxicated, selling and giving away illegal drugs,
selling and giving away their prescription medications, academic cheating, plagiarism, and receiving
college disciplinary action. The groups did not differ on rates of reckless driving infractions.

2:05 PM - 2:20 PM (120)
PTSD, Depression, Anger, And Substance Abuse Among Latino Men In A Residential
Treatment Program
Heather McGregor, B.A. (Assumption College), Mary Johnston, B.A. (Assumption College) &
Leonard A. Doerfler, Ph.D. (Assumption College)
This study examines the relationship between post-traumatic stress disorder, substance use, anger,
and depression in a sample of 50 Latino men receiving treatment in a residential substance abuse
treatment program. Approximately 4-6 weeks after admission, participants completed the Anger
Disorders Scale, Beck Depression Inventory-II, Life Events Checklist–5, and the PTSD Checklist-5.
The results indicated that approximately 50% of participants met diagnostic criteria for PTSD.
Individuals who met DSM-5 criteria for PTSD had significantly higher levels of depression.
Moreover, ADS scores correlated highly with total PCL Scores.
2:20 PM - 2:35 PM (121)
A Systematic Review Of Apps For Smoking Cessation
Brianna Haskins, M.S. (University of Massachusetts Medical School), Donna Lesperance, M.A
(University of Massachusetts Medical School), Patric Gibbons, M.S. (University of Massachusetts
Medical School) & Edwin D. Boudreaux, Ph.D. (University of Massachusetts Medical School)
This systematic review of mobile health (mhealth) applications (apps) for smoking cessation
examined the app market to find smoking cessation apps with scientific support. Adhering to the
Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines, apps
were reviewed in four phases: (1) identified apps from the scientific literature, (2) searched app
stores for apps identified in the literature, (3) identified top apps available, (4) determined which top
apps available in stores had scientific support. 50% of the apps from the literature remain available.
Only 14% of the top apps available in the stores are supported by scientific evidence.
2:35 PM - 2:50 PM (122)
Substance Abuse And Anger Problems Among Latino Men In Residential Substance Abuse
Treatment Program
Jillian Zingarelli, B.A. (Assumption College), Gil Poplinger, B.A. (Assumption College) & Leonard
A. Doerfler, Ph.D. (Assumption College)
This study examined the relationship between post-traumatic stress disorder and substance abuse in
a residential substance abuse treatment population of 50 Latino men in Worcester, MA. The
Addiction Severity Index-Lite and Anger Disorder Scale were administered shortly after admission
to the program. This paper will present findings about duration of drug use, and severity of health,
legal, and employment problems, along with severity of self-reported anger. Participants reported
high levels of anger co-occurring with significant substance-abuse, legal problems, and employment
challenges with rates exceeding those in most mental health settings.

2:50 PM - 3:05 PM (123)
Academic Difficulties Among College Students With Frequent Cannabis Usage
Kenneth S. Walters, Ph.D. (Southern Connecticut State University), Elizabeth Santulli (Southern
Connecticut State University), Victoria Sheridan (Southern Connecticut State University), James
Ferraro (Southern Connecticut State University), Sarah Lessne (Southern Connecticut State
University), Haley Gustavson (Southern Connecticut State University), Megan Rabuffo, (Southern
Connecticut State University) & Jessica Fulcher (Southern Connecticut State University)
Typical cannabis usage, current GPA, and six indicators of functional academic impairment were
reported by 1540 undergraduate students. Students were classified into two groups; those having
never used cannabis versus regular cannabis users (i.e., consistently, at least weekly). The groups were
compared on self-reported GPA, as well as six indicators of functional academic impairment.
Results indicated that college students who regularly use cannabis had significantly lower GPAs,
compared to peers. They also reported significantly higher rates of: academic probation, failing
courses, repeating courses, and dropping courses. The groups did not differ regarding use of student
disability services or tutoring services.
3:05 PM - 3:20 PM (124)
Reducing Harm: Are Protective Behavioral Strategies Effective For Binge Drinkers?
Justin Shepherd, M.S. (Rivier University) & Karen Meteyer, Ph.D. (Rivier University)
College alcohol use is a widespread public health concern. The negative consequences that college
student drinkers encounter have directed research to explore the efficacy of protective behavioral
strategies (PBS). Research has suggested PBS reduce both alcohol use and negative consequences.
This study examined the moderating effect of PBS on the relationship between binge drinking and
negative consequences. Participants (N=2,644) completed the New Hampshire Higher Education
Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drug Survey. Results indicated that students who report higher PBS
use are less likely to report a relationship between binge drinking and negative consequences.
Implications of the findings are discussed.
Room G 01, Hammond Hall, Ground Floor
Racial Identity Matters: Understanding Interactions
Between Police and People of Color
Carlton E. Green, Ph.D. (University of Maryland)
Michael Brown, Eric Garner, Yvette Smith, John Crawford III, Tanisha Anderson, Tamir Rice, Eric Harris, Walter
Scott, Freddie Gray, Sandra Bland. The deaths of unarmed black people involved in encounters with law
enforcement officers has triggered a national outcry and sparked resistance movements across the U.S. in big cities
and small towns. How can psychological theory be applied to understand and (potentially ease) tensions and work
towards racial justice? In this presentation, psychological knowledge about race, racial identity, and social power will
be used to understand the race-related interactions and resulting quandaries occurring in 21st century America. Psi
Chi thanks GEICO for support in bringing this speaker to NEPA.

Ellis White Lecture Hall, Hammond Hall, Ground Floor
Science & Society Symposium (126)
Introduced by Leonard Doerfler, Ph.D. (Assumption College)
In this symposium, two researchers will present their empirical work that addresses some of the current issues in
the area of neuroimaging, including biology underlying some key clinical disorders. In particular, the researchers will
present results from their studies that utilized various neuroimaging techniques such as structural and functional
imaging to study emotional and behavioral issues such as Conduct Disorder and Schizophrenia. The biological and
cognitive aspects of this disorders will also be discussed.
fMRI Study of Adolescents with Callous-Unemotional Conduct
Disorder and Stimulant Abuse
Gina Vincent, Ph.D.
(Department of Psychiatry, University of Massachusetts Medical School)
in collaboration with
Wei Huang, Ph.D. (Department of Psychiatry, University of Massachusetts Medical School), Lora Cope, Ph.D.
(Mind Research Network, Albuquerque, NM), Prashanth Nyalakanti (Mind Research Network, Albuquerque, NM),
Jean King, Ph.D. (Department of Psychiatry, University of Massachusetts Medical School) & Kent A. Kiehl, Ph.D.
(Mind Research Network, Albuquerque, NM)
Callous-unemotional conduct disordered youth (CU-CD) have more severe and earlier onset drug use than other
drug abusers. They may have a reward system that is non-selectively activated to drugs. This study used fMRI
methods to examine brain activation in response to drug craving cues among stimulant-addicted youth in a juvenile
correctional facility (N = 40), 30% of which had CU-CD. Regression analyses indicated CU-CD traits were
negatively related to hemodynamic activity in areas related to emotional processing (i.e., amygdala) and positively
related to areas associated with cognitive control (i.e., anterior cingulate). Implications for substance abuse treatment
of stimulant addicted youth with CU-CD traits will be discussed.
Unawareness of Illness in Schizophrenia: A Neuroimaging Perspective
Laura A. Flashman, Ph.D., ABPP (Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth)
This presentation will discuss clinical and cognitive symptoms associated with unawareness of illness, and propose a
neural basis for the unawareness of symptoms and illness so frequently associated with unawareness of illness in
schizophrenia. Work using structural and functional imaging to evaluate individuals with and without unawareness
issues will be highlighted in support of this model. Treatment implications will be briefly discussed.

General Poster Session IV
Poster 1 (127)
The Influence Of Confirmation Bias On Memory And Source Monitoring
Peter Frost, Ph.D. (Southern New Hampshire University), Bridgette Casey (Southern New
Hampshire University), Kaydee Griffin (Southern New Hampshire University), Luis Raymundo, B.A
(Southern New Hampshire University), Christopher Farrell, B.A. (Southern New Hampshire
University) & Ryan Carrigan, B.A. (Southern New Hampshire University)
Poster 2 (128)
Grit: A Study Of The Relationship Between Levels Of Grit And Student GPA
Alexis M. Smith, A.A.
Poster 3 (129)
Visual-Spatial Abilities And Signed Language
Victoria Mousley (College Of The Holy Cross), Michael Andre (College Of The Holy Cross), Jessica
Tran (College Of The Holy Cross) & Byron Udegbe (College Of The Holy Cross)
Poster 4 (130)
Levels Of Satisfaction With Academic Advising By Academic Major At A Liberal Arts
College
Robert Michaud, B.A., B.S. (Saint Joseph's College Of Maine) & Nina B. Eduljee, Ph.D. (Saint
Joseph's College Of Maine)
Poster 5 (131)
Prenatal Depressed Mood And Coparenting Expectations In Pregnant Couples
Jacqueline LaFOrce (Assumption College) & Regina Kuersten-Hogan, Ph.D. (Assumption College)
Poster 6 (132)
Project SWISS: Simultaneous Weight Intervention To Stop Smoking
Jayson J. Spas, Ph.D. (Rhode Island College), Nicklaus D. Collette, B.A. (Rhode Island College) &
Joseph S. Rossi, Ph.D. (University Of Rhode Island)
Poster 7 (133)
Change The Station! Music’s Ability To Evoke Mood Changes
Emily L. Roche (Stonehill College) & Ashley N. Kleeberg (Stonehill College)

Poster 8 (134)
EEG, Executive Function And ADHD—An Exploratory Study
Bruce D. Steinberg, Ph.D. (Curry College), Elizabeth Carey, Ph.D. (Curry College), Raymond D.
Nicks, B.A. (Curry College), Cassandra McGrath (Curry College) & Melissa Reed (Curry College)
Poster 9 (135)
“I Want You To Want Me”: Mate-Value Threat Predicts Self-Esteem, Sex, And Cosmetic
Surgery
Janelle Sherman (University Of New England), Jill Casazza (University Of New England) & Julie
Longua Peterson, Ph.D. (University Of New England)
Poster 10 (136)
The Effects Of Semantically-Related And -Unrelated Text Distractors On Comprehension
Zoe S. Roberts (University Of New England), Abby S. LaChance (University Of New England) &
Jennifer J. Stiegler-Balfour, Ph.D. (University Of New England)
Poster 11 (137)
The Role Of Relational Status On Self-Reported Sleep Problems: Evidence From The
Maine-Syracuse Longitudinal Study
Peter Dearborn, M.A. (University Of Maine), Michael Robbins, Ph.D. (University Of Maine) &
Merrill Elias, Ph.D. (University Of Maine)
Poster 12 (138)
Expected Consequences Of Cyber Abuse In Romantic Relationships
Hannah Grigorian (Quinnipiac University) & Penny A. Leisring, Ph.D. (Quinnipiac University)
Poster 13 (139)
Sleep Deprivation Increases Positive Bias In Perception Of Others’ Emotions
Gina Marie Mathew (Hunter College—CUNY), Forrest Armstrong (City College,—CUNY), Rose
Deng (York College—CUNY) & Mindy Engle-Friedman (Baruch College—CUNY)
Poster 14 (140)
Enhancing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy With Technology
Adam M. Volungis, Ph.D. (Assumption College), Colleen Popores, B.A. (Assumption College),
Almaas Raziuddin, B.A. (Assumption College) & Paul Avolese, B.A. (Assumption College)

Poster 15 (141)
An Exploration Of The Impact Of Injunctive Norms On Regularity Of Marijuana Use In
Undergraduates
Meghan E. Reilly (Clark University), Victoria Ameral, M.A. (Clark University), Kathleen M. Palm
Reed, Ph.D. (Clark University) & Denise A. Hines, Ph.D. (Clark University)
Poster 16 (142)
Factors Affecting Psychiatric Inpatient Experiences: The Role Of Family Involvement
Jia Min Gao (Clark University), Kristen Keefe, M.A. (Clark University) & Esteban Cardemil, Ph.D.
(Clark University)
Poster 17 (143)
Influence Of Contextual, Gender Variance On Attractiveness
Chase H. Keener (Gordon College), Alena J. Casey (Gordon College) & Lauren N. Park (Gordon
College)
Poster 18 (144)
LGBTQI Individuals On The Autism Spectrum: A Literature Review
Nicholas Gallop (University Of Massachusetts—Lowell) & Ashleigh Hillier, Ph.D. (University Of
Massachusetts—Lowell)
Poster 19 (145)
Breastfeeding Attitudes And Conservative Sexuality: A Cross-Cultural Examination
Marcus Patterson Ph.D. (University Of Massachusetts—Boston) & Michael Milburn, Ph.D.
(University Of Massachusetts—Boston)
Poster 20 (146)
APS Hart And Albarracín (2011) Registered Replication Report: Verb Aspect And
Attributions Of Criminal Intent
Candace Crocker (Stonehill College), Christopher R. Poirier, Ph.D. (Stonehill College) & Nicole M.
Capezza, Ph.D. (Stonehill College)
Poster 21 (147)
Work Relationships And Their Impact On Motivation And Mental Health
Michele Mastropieri, M.A. (Boston College)

Poster 22 (148)
Uniqueness In Consumer Choice
Davis Dodge, B.A. (Plymouth State University) & John Kulig, Ph.D. (Plymouth State University)
Poster 23 (149)
Types Of Early Life Adversity And Its Relationship To Academic Functioning
Gerrit Deyoung, B.A. (Boston University) & Stacey Doan, Ph.D. (Claremont Mckenna College)
Poster 24 (150)
Social Loafing Is Moderated By Instructions And Training Tenure
Vincenzo Aiello (Rider University) & Gary M. Brosvic (Rider University)
Poster 25 (151)
Incidence Of And Recovery From Sport Injuries
Jude Bischoff, B.A. (Rider University) & Gary M. Brosvic, Ph.D. (Rider University)
Poster 26 (152)
Positive Outcomes From Struggling With A Long-Term Medical Condition
Carmen Gonzalez, B.A. (Rider University) & Gary M. Brosvic, Ph.D. (Rider University)
Poster 27 (153)
Emotional Regulation And Difficulties Experienced In College
Stephanie Roldan, B.A. (Rider University) & Gary M. Brosvic, Ph.D. (Rider University)
Poster 28 (154)
Exercise: Addiction Or Commitment?
Andrew Pozo, B.A. (Rider University), Gina McCool, B.A. (Rider University), Jude Bischoff, B.A.
(Rider University), Perry Asare, B.A. (Rider University) & Gary M. Brosvic, Ph.D. (Rider University)
Poster 29 (155)
Dimensions Of Burnout
Courtney Crawford, B.A. (Rider University) & Gary M. Brosvic, Ph.D. (Rider University) 
Poster Session IV concludes the 1:50 PM - 2:50 PM session.
The next session begins at 3:00 PM.

Paper Session
Developmental Psychology
Melissa-Sue John, Ph.D. (Worcester Polytechnic Institute), Session Chair
3:00 PM - 3:15 PM (156)
Influences On Identity Development Of College Students: First Year Through Senior Year
Elise N. Pepin, Ph.D. (Southern New Hampshire University)
This is a longitudinal investigation of psychosocial development of college students, through four
years. College students are shaping identity, finding intimacy. Development is investigated in relation
to social support, stress, and psychological well-being; n=1211 first-year students. Results show that
participants with higher social support and psychological well-being, and lower stress have higher
psychosocial development status; psychological sense of community and college adjustment are
significantly related as well. Regression analyses indicate that support availability and psychological
well-being predict psychosocial development most strongly, stress is sometimes predictive. This
research has important implications for support being made available and visible to college students.
3:15 PM - 3:30 PM (157)
The Impact Of Parenting Factors On Adult Psychological Adjustment And Anxiety
Megan Shevenell, M.S. (Rivier University) & Karen Meteyer, Ph.D. (Rivier University)
The present study examined the impact of parenting on clinical anxiety and psychological
adjustment in college students. Prior research suggests that the amount of parental care,
overprotection, and acceptance can have detrimental effects on adult mental health. Data was
collected via questionnaires from 106 undergraduates at Rivier University. Regression analysis
revealed that parental acceptance significantly predicted adjustment; more acceptance from parents
was associated with better psychological adjustment. Parental overprotection significantly predicted
anxiety; more overprotection displayed from parents was associated with higher anxiety. These
findings provide insight into appropriate treatment modalities for anxiety and adjustment problems.
3:30 PM - 3:45 PM (158)
Young Adults And Compliant Sex Engagement
Elizabeth-Ann R. Viscione, B.A. (Rhode Island Hospital); Patricia Morokoff, Ph.D. (University Of
Rhode Island) & April Trotman, M.A. (University Of Rhode Island)
Compliant sex occurs when an individual agrees to participate in unwanted sexual activity without
partner cohesion. College students (N=381) were given an online questionnaire where they reported
on their compliant sex experiences and completed 15 measures. Twenty-four percent (n=65) of the

participants reported that they had complied with unwanted sex, with no statistically significant
differences in female and male reports of compliant sex. Sexually compliant men tended to endorse
approach motives at a statistically higher level than sexually compliant women. A logistic regression
revealed that only sexual assertiveness refusal and sexual assertiveness information communication
were significantly related to compliant sex.
3:45 PM - 4:00 PM (159)
Understanding Children’s Evaluations Of Attacks Against Animals As Compared To
Humans
Karen M. Hussar, Ed.D. (Pine Manor College)
The current study examines how children—both vegetarian and non-vegetarian—judge human
attacks against animals as compared to human attacks against humans. I have completed interviews
with two different groups of vegetarian children (N = 40) and will interview one group of non-
vegetarian, meat-eating children (N = 20) of a similar average age. The findings indicate that
vegetarian children judge physical attacks against all classifications of animals as more severe than
identical acts against humans. They likely consider animals—unlike humans—as indefensible against
such attacks. Unprompted participant comments support this theory.
Symposium
Implicit Social Cognitive Processes Underlying Criminal And Victim
Identities: Evidence With Community And Student Samples (160)
Nicole M. Sachs, M.A. (Rutgers University), Luis M. Rivera, Ph.D. (Rutgers University),
Bonita M. Veysey, Ph.D. (SUNY at Albany) & Marina Henein, B.A. (Rutgers University)
Researchers have relied heavily on criminology to understand the phenomena of offending and
revictimization, but this research has two major limitations – it relies on offenders’ and victims’ ability to
introspect and to be aware of the influence of criminal behavior on their identity. The research projects in
this symposium adopt an implicit social cognitive approach to examine criminal and victim implicit
identities and their related cognitive processes and behavioral outcomes. Such research can inform the
mechanisms by which offenders persist in crime, and by which victims are vulnerable to revictimization.

Ellis White Lecture Hall, Hammond Hall, Ground Floor
Psi Chi Keynote Address (161)
Dr. Marissa Harrison, Ph.D.
(Pennsylvania State University at Harrisburg)
The Means, Motives,
and Makings of
Female Serial Killers
Introduced by Deborah Harris-O’Brien, Ph.D.
(Trinity Washington University)
Research on serial homicide focuses heavily on male serial killers (MSKs), with
scarce attention paid to female serial killers (FSKs). (Can you name a FSK besides
Aileen Wuornos?) Although a few studies have provided keen insight into the
behaviors and crimes of female serial killers (FSKs), arguably not enough is known
about FSK backgrounds. Our research team examined the means, motives, and
mental health of FSKs who committed their crimes in the US since 1821. Using
mass media reports, we compiled data on 64 FSKs. In this talk I will share our
results, provide interpretation of the “typical” FSK, offer evolutionary
psychological and clinical interpretations of FSK crimes, and discuss future
directions for research.

General Poster Session V
Poster 1 (162)
Evaluation Of An Integrated Alcohol And Sexual Assault Intervention: Exit Interviews From
An Open Pilot-Trial
Daniel W. Oesterle, B.S. (Rhode Island Hospital), George Andoscia, B.S. (Rhode Island Hospital) &
Lindsay Orchowski, Ph.D. (Alpert Medical School—Brown University)
Poster 2 (163)
Social Norms Approach For Primary Prevention Of Violence: A Critical Review Of The
Literature
George Andoscia, B.S. (Rhode Island Hospital), Daniel Oesterle, B.S. (Rhode Island Hospital) &
Lindsay M. Orchowski, Ph.D. (Rhode Island Hospital, Department of Psychiatry and Human
Behavior: Alpert Medical School of Brown University)
Poster 3 (164)
Effects Of Misgendering: A Mixed Methods Approach
Kristin Nicole Dukes, Ph.D. (Simmons College), Olivia Anderson (Simmons College) & Shane
Giraldo (Simmons College)
Poster 4 (165)
Cannabis Injunctive Norms And Outcome Expectancies Among Young Adults
Kristin N. Dukes, Ph.D. (Simmons College), Dawn W. Foster, Ph.D. (Yale School of Medicine) &
Carolyn E. Sartor, Ph.D. (Connecticut Mental Health Center)
Poster 5 (166)
Decline In Working Memory Performance Is Tied To Electrical Slowing In Older Adults
Kelsey Topham (Stockton University) & Jessica Fleck, Ph.D. (Stockton University)
Poster 6 (167)
The Impact Of Bilateral Eye Movements On Positive And Negative Mood
Michael Tumminia (Stockton University), Alexis Lawless (Stockton University) & Jessica Fleck, P.hD.
(Stockton University)

Poster 7 (168)
Do Music Preferences Change During College? Preliminary Findings From A Small-Scale
Longitudinal Study
Lincoln G. Craton, Ph.D. (Stonehill College), Samuel J. Brammer (Stonehill College), Brittany A.
Burkins (Stonehill College), Brianna M. Busby (Stonehill College), Ashley N. Kleeberg (Stonehill
College), Peter M. Krahe (Stonehill College), Chanel M. Mazzone (Stonehill College), Gina Micucci
(Stonehill College) & Emily L. Roche (Stonehill College)
Poster 8 (169)
Does DNA Evidence Counteract The Extralegal Influence Of Defendant Gender?
Peter M. Krahe (Stonehill College) & Bonnie A. Klentz, Ph.D. (Stonehill College)
Poster 9 (170)
Helping Others Increases Perceptions Of Partner Responsiveness And Willingness To Be
Vulnerable
Alyssa Mazzariello (University of New England), Allison Symonds (University of New England),
Lacey Durkee (University of New England), Janelle Sherman (University of New England) & Julie
Longua Peterson, Ph.D (University of New England)
Poster 10 (171)
The Effect Of Mate-Value Threat On Narcissists Intentions To Engage In Healthy Eating
Jill Casazza (University of New England), Janelle Sherman (University of New England) & Julie
Longua Peterson, Ph.D. (University of New England)
Poster 11 (172)
Moral Credentials From The Observer’s Perspective
Jeanine L.M. Skorinko (Worcester Polytechnic Institute), Jill C. Bradley-Geist (University of
Colorado, Colorado Springs) & Emily Spring (California State University, Fresno)
Poster 12 (173)
FRAISER: Designing A Robot For Those With Age-Related Disabilities
Jeanine L. M. Skorinko (Worcester Polytechnic Institute), Loan Chau (Worcester Polytechnic
Institute) & Taskin Padir (Northeastern University)

Poster 13 (174)
Use Of Reminder Messages To Improve Utilization Of An Automated Telephone-Based
Treatment For Methadone Patients
Destiny Printz, B.A. (Yale School of Medicine and APT Foundation), Daniel Lloyd, M.A. (APT
Foundation), Frank D. Buono, Ph.D. (Yale School of Medicine and APT Foundation) & Brent A.
Moore, Ph.D. (Yale School of Medicine and APT Foundation)
Poster 14 (175)
Morality And Modernity: A Values Analysis Of The Protestant Ethic Among Brazilian-
American And Chinese-American Immigrants
Si-Hua Chang (Gordon College), Isabelle Skillen (Gordon College), Adila de Souza (Gordon
College), Taylor-Marie Funchion (Gordon College), Megan Willeman (Gordon College) & Kaye
Cook, Ph.D. (Gordon College)
Poster 15 (176)
Draw Your Relationship: Development And Validation Of An Art Therapy Assessment Tool
H. Speicher, Ph.D. Albertus Magnus College) & L. Iannuccilli, A.A. (Albertus Magnus College)
Poster 16 (177)
Exploring The Outcome Expectancies Of Users And Never-Users Of "Molly" In A College
Student Sample
Jenna M. Wilson (Emmanuel College), Shana C. Solomon (Emmanuel College) & Jacqueline Alfonso
Barry, Ph.D. (Emmanuel College)
Poster 17 (178)
Race, Choice, And Living Arrangements: Differences Among Older Adults In A Nursing
Facility Transition Program
Chanee D. Fabius, M.A. (University of Connecticut) & Julie Robison, Ph.D. (University of
Connecticut Health Center)
Poster 18 (179)
The Influence Of Adverse Childhood Experiences On Adult Acute Stress Response
Hannah E. Lapp (University of Massachusetts—Boston), Kathryn Sutherland (University of
Massachusetts—Boston), Nayara Karoline Ferreira (University of Massachusetts—Boston), Richard
G. Hunter (University of Massachusetts—Boston) & Celia L. Moore (University of Massachusetts—
Boston)

Poster 19 (180)
Who Is Responsible For Climate Change Mitigation?
Jonathan Campbell (Baruch College), Darren Lin, B.A. (Baruch College), Jannah Eichenbaum
(Baruch College), and Mindy Engle-Friedman, Ph.D. (Baruch College)
Poster 20 (181)
Phantom Cell Phone Vibrations: Predictors, Perceptions, And Attitudes Of Cell Phone Use
Andrew Cochran, M.S. (University of Connecticut), Justin Shepherd, M.S. (Rivier University) &
Jerome Rekart, Ph.D. (Southern New Hampshire University)
Poster 21 (182)
Teacher Efficacy And Its Impact On PBIS Implementation
Janet Nichols (University of Maine), Megan Stetler (University of Maine), Courteny Pacholski
(University of Maine), Sid Mitchell, Ph.D. (University of Maine) & Jim Artesani, Ph.D. (University of
Maine)
Poster 22 (183)
Impact Of Mating Primes On Moral Decision Making
Benjamin E. Hutchins (Fairleigh Dickinson University) & Steven G. Young (Baruch College—
CUNY)
Poster 23 (184)
Frm1 Knockout Mice Demonstrate Social But Not Intellectual Deficits
Gary M. Brosvic, Ph.D. (Rider University)
Poster 24 (185)
More To AA’S First Three Steps Than Expected
Hannah Ruskan, B.S. (Messiah College), Joshua M. Brosvic, B.A. (Messiah College) & Eric Giles, B.S. (Messiah
College)
Poster 25 (186)
Simple Exercise Routines Can Help Children With Developmental Coordination Disorder
Tara Ballay (Rider University) & Gary M. Brosvic, Ph.D. (Rider University)

Poster 26 (187)
“SMART” Goals And Exercise: Better Gains, No Losses
Andrew Pozo, B.A. (Rider University) & Joshua M. Brosvic, B.A. (Messiah College)
Poster 27 (188)
Stages Of Change In Recovering From Alcoholism
Jaime Benedetti, B.A. (Rider University) & Gary M. Brosvic, Ph.D. (Rider University)
Poster 28 (189)
An Integrated Scale For Burnout
Courtney Crawford, B.A. (Rider University) & Gary M. Brosvic, Ph.D. (Rider University)
Poster 29 (189a)
The Influence Idiosyncrasies Have On Perceived Attractiveness
Mariah Lansdown (Gordon College), Brent Buckley (Gordon College) & J.P. Gerber, Ph.D. (Gordon
College)
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Main Lounge, Room G 01, Ground Floor
Psi Chi and New England Psychological Association
Closing Reception and Awards Ceremony (190)
Psi Chi student members presenting at the 2105 NEPA Annual Meeting will
receive a certificate from Psi Chi, the International Honor Society of
Psychology. All Psi Chi members and their advisors are invited. 
Poster Session V concludes the 2015 NEPA Annual
Meeting. We look forward to see you at the 2016 meeting
at Assumption College, Worcester, Massachusetts.

56th New England Psychological Association Meeting
Saturday, October 15, 2016
Call for Submissions
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NEPA Priority Submission Deadline: February 1 through June 11, 2016 for symposia,
papers, and posters representing all areas of the psychological sciences. NEPA will continue
to receive and review posters through September 21, 2016.
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procedures, data analyses, and implications of the results is encouraged. Theoretical and literature review
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sufficient description of data sources/evidence, evaluation procedures, and substantiated conclusions is
provided. NEPA also seeks the submissionof symposia that include authors from different institutions
presenting substantive issues from different perspectives. Data collection and analysis must be concluded
prior to submission. The NEPA program committee reserves the right to request that papers for
which thematic sessions are not available be presented as posters.
In order to be reviewed paper and poster submissions must include the following content:
• A title and list of authors and affiliations.
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methods, and the main findings for papers. The short abstract is not required for posters.
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• Methodology.
• Results or findings with statistical tests (e.g., means and standard deviations)
embedded within explanations, where appropriate.
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• A title and list of authors and affiliations.
• A short abstract of up to 250 words summarizing the themes and goals of the session
and the audience for which the symposium is intended.
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presenters.
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