Browsing by Author "Sargisson, Rebecca J."
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The effect of reinforcement rate variations on hits and false alarms in remote explosive scent tracing with dogs
(Mine Action Information Center, 2010)Detection animals offer untapped potential in terms of locating landmines and explosive ordnance in the field and in the laboratory. In this study, the Geneva International Centre for Humanitarian Demining investigated the ... -
Efficacy of Dog Training With and Without Remote Electronic Collars vs. a Focus on Positive Reinforcement by China, L., Mills, D. S., and Cooper, J. J. [Book Review]
(Frontiers Media, 2021)In an experimental analysis of the effectiveness of e-collars, China et al. (1) concluded that “there is no evidence to indicate that E-collar training is necessary” (p. 1). The paper contributes to a wider body of research ... -
The efficacy of systematic desensitization for treating the separation-related problem behaviour of domestic dogs
(Elsevier, 2010)The evaluation of systematic desensitization to treat separation-related problem behaviours, such as destruction of property, excessive barking, or house-soiling, has tended to rely on single case-studies. Eight dogs ... -
Environmental determinants of landmine detection by dogs: Findings from a large-scale study in Afghanistan
(Center for International Stabilization and Recovery, James Madison University, 2012)This article’s purpose is to examine the strengths and weaknesses of mine-detection dogs in different environments. The experiments employed a total of 39 dogs in Afghanistan between October 2002 and July 2003. The results ... -
An Evaluation of the Aboistop Citronella-Spray Collar as a Treatment for Barking of Domestic Dogs
(Hindawi Publishing Corporation, 2011)The aim of our study was to investigate whether citronella-spray collars offer a humane alternative to electric-shock collars to reduce the barking of domestic dogs. The Aboistop collar was applied to seven dogs with ...
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Determinants of risky decision-making: What is peer influence?
(The University of Waikato, 2022)Impulsive and risky decision-making have been linked to dangerous driving, substance use, gambling, overspending, and general delinquency. The aim of the series of studies presented in this thesis was to gain an understanding ... -
Using self- and direct persuasion to reduce food waste: Consumer food waste and values
(The University of Waikato, 2022)With a growing population and an increase in food waste, research is needed to examine consumer behaviour and the effectiveness of marketing strategies to reduce household food waste. I examined the effectiveness of ... -
To drive, or not to drive: Mode choice in daily commute
(The University of Waikato, 2021)Mode choice for daily commute refers to the process whereby commuters choose a travel mode for their daily trips to work. Despite its ordinary nature, it often involves a series of decisions and consideration of various ... -
The effectiveness of a CBT app vs. an ACT app in changing negative self-thought
(The University of Waikato, 2019)Negative self-thought is associated with the deterioration of many mental health issues, such as depression, anxiety, self-esteem, and social isolation. Due to the impact negative thinking about oneself has on many ... -
Investigating the effects of an ACT-based mobile application on stress, anxiety, and burnout in the workplace
(The University of Waikato, 2018)Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a third-generation therapy that teaches individuals to accept their internal thoughts and feelings instead of modifying or challenging them. The main aim of ACT is to encourage ...
