Browsing Masters Dissertations by Title

Samoan Leadership for New Zealand Born Samoan Through the Aganu'u Journey of Discovery - O Ie Isaraelu Moni E Tatala Ie Faamalama Ma Vaava'ai Atu I Iona Nu'u

Sauvao Vaauli, Ianualio (Auckland University of Technology, 2018)

Much of the literature paints NZ-born Samoans as a vulnerable group unsure of their identity as ‘real’ Samoans or the knowledge and practises of the Fa’asamoa. There is significant research based around the identity journeys ...

Seeking understanding of the young adult and their experience of psychodynamic psychotherapy: a Hermeneutic Literature Review

Petter, Jackie Jane (Auckland University of Technology, 2015)

The young adult is at a developmental juncture, metaphorically standing on a threshold. Having recently departed the structured environment of school and possibly simultaneously, home, they are stepping out into the world ...

Seeking Understanding on the Issue of Happiness: A Hermeneutic Literature Review

Petersen, Matthew (Auckland University of Technology, 2017)

The body of literature relating to human happiness is historically rich and is gaining increasing relevance in the current healthcare environment. Although the term happiness is commonly used in society this dissertation ...

Self-destruction: Clinical implications of the death instinct

Nyemecz, Monique (Monique Reina) (Auckland University of Technology, 2006)

This dissertation is a modified systematic literature review of Freud’s (1920) contentious concept of a biological death instinct turned inward, including commentaries and criticisms. It begins with a brief clinical vignette ...

Serious illness in the psychotherapist: Denial, disclosure and the therapeutic relationship: A review of the literature

Mitchell, Christopher D. (Auckland University of Technology, 2004)

The objective was to examine and discuss, by means of a systematic literature review, the experience of serious illness in the psychotherapist and its implications for the therapeutic relationship. Consistent with ...

Shadow of math: An exploration of the systematical process of my studio practice

Brown, Jonathan (Auckland University of Technology, 2005)

My project explores methods of diagrammatical mapping which result in large-scale abstract paintings that cross the boundaries between painting and digital media. These hybrid paintings document an interaction with systems ...

Shopping on daily deal websites: how numbers of previous purchases make a difference in product purchase intentions

Ali, Herow (Ashleigh) (Auckland University of Technology, 2013)

A recent phenomenon in retail marketing, ‘daily deal’ websites offer products for sale for a limited time and at heavily discounted rates. Given the relative newness of the daily deal websites, empirical studies are limited. ...

The Shoton Festival in Tibet: Local Perceptions of Impacts

Sangmu, Laji (Auckland University of Technology, 2016)

This study examines residents' perceptions of the economic, socio-cultural and environmental impacts of the annual Shoton Festival held in Lhasa city, Tibet. It reviews international literature on festival tourism and draws ...

Sibling transference and tele in the peer group: The road less travelled

Brinsden, Raywyn (Auckland University of Technology, 2005)

This dissertation explores sibling relationships, and relating in adult peer groups. It hypothesises that sibling relationships are important and influential to peer relationships. The sibling bond is usually the child’s ...

The significance of the physiotherapist-patient relationship from the perspective of the patient with chronic pain: A qualitative pilot study

Alexander, Sandra Margaret (Auckland University of Technology, 2004)

The aim of this qualitative pilot study was to investigate and gain a greater understanding of the patient-physiotherapist relationship from the perspective of the patient with chronic pain. Four adults with chronic pain ...

Silence in psychotherapy: Therapists' difficulties in using silence as a therapeutic technique

Warin, Tarsha (Auckland University of Technology, 2008)

The use of silence within psychotherapy for attentive listening, observation, self exploration and creating a holding environment is well documented. Silence facilitates in creating an interpersonal space where both therapist ...

Silence in psychotherapy: therapists' difficulties in using silence as a therapeutic technique

Warin, Tarsha (Auckland University of Technology, 2007)

The use of silence within psychotherapy for attentive listening, observation, self exploration and creating a holding environment is well documented. Silence facilitates in creating an interpersonal space where both ...

Single Mothers With Children Traveling: How Hard Can It Be?

Wei, Yunqi (Auckland University of Technology, 2019)

This dissertation considers single parents, especially single mothers’ perspectives of a holiday trip with their children. Currently the tourist industry is looking at this phenomenon. The traditional nuclear family with ...

SMS-based vocabulary learning for ESL students

Li, Chun (Auckland University of Technology, 2009)

The utilization of mobile technology among students has given birth to a new form of learning known as mobile learning (mLearning), where learning is supported by mobile devices, ubiquitous communications and intelligent ...

Social Media - potential, perception and usage as a marketing tool: the case of small and medium sized accommodation providers in Auckland

Jonscher, Christine (Auckland University of Technology, 2012)

Although Social Media are a relatively new phenomenon, they have, are and will increasingly influence consumers’ behaviours and their decision-making processes. In particular, information intensive service sectors – such ...