Effect sizes, significance tests, and confidence intervals: Assessing the influence and impact of research reporting protocol and practice (original) (raw)

It is absolutely inconceivable that I could have hoped to achieve this goal without the support and focus of my parents, Judy and Dean Hess. Regardless of the situations I have found myself in, past and present, they have always encouraged me to pursue my goals, even when things looked bleak. I often thought of quitting, slowing, or delaying this dream due to full time work, financial concerns, classwork, etc., yet their encouragement, support and love provided me with the strength and will power to continue to pursue this goal, regardless of the 'obstacles' present, perceived or otherwise. I also wish to dedicate this to the memory of my grandfather, Howard Erslev. I have been fortunate to have family on all sides of my family tree who were, and are, good people with strong values. However, my grandfather Erslev has always had a special place in my heart and memory as an individual who knew the value of people as well as hard work. He treated all people well, regardless of race, gender or background during a time and place of great prejudice. The values he instilled and exhibited will never be forgotten and, I believe, were key in shaping my values, even before I knew what 'values'