Marissa Rakus

University of Windsor · Department of Psychology

Civic engagement during emerging adulthood plays a pivotal role in fostering a sense of community responsibility, providing a sense of societal purpose, and contributes to improved psychological adjustment. In this mixed-method longitudinal study, we further explored how civic engagement and psychological adjustment codevelop across emerging adulth...

Many women experiencing homelessness and intimate partner violence (IPV) often do not use formal support services due to barriers such as finances, inaccessibility, controlling partners, and stigma. The current literature lacks studies that examine the formal service experiences of women who have undergone both homelessness and IPV. Therefore, the...

Academic integrity is a fundamental principle that underpins the educational process, fostering a culture of trust, fairness, and ethical behavior in academic settings. It is crucial for universities to address these factors that influence cheating and create an environment that promotes academic integrity. This study explored an active approach to...

Gaps in health-care services for women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) are not isolated incidents. They are systemic and disadvantage women. In this study, we explored the juxtaposition of power and agency in diagnosis narratives collected from 72 Canadian women diagnosed with PCOS. Using Braun and Clarke’s inductive codebook thematic analysi...