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A Qualitative Exploration Of Well-Being In Cancer Survivorship: Implications For Counselors, Hallie M. Sylvestro, Lindsey K. Umstead, Heather Delgado, Christopher Lawrence, Keith Mobley, Kelly L. Wester, Andrew Wood

Adultspan Journal

Adult cancer survivors represent an important–and growing–population that could benefit from counseling services. This study employed consensual qualitative research to examine the well-being experiences of eight cancer survivors. Findings suggest a broad range of changes to individual well-being following cancer diagnosis and treatment, and indicate counseling can provide an ideal setting for processing such changes. Recommendations for counseling practice and future research are provided.

Marshall University Newsletter, May 28, 2024, Office Of Marshall University Communications

Marshall University Newsletter 2023-Current

No abstract provided.

Marshall University Newsletter, May 21, 2024, Office Of Marshall University Communications

Marshall University Newsletter 2023-Current

No abstract provided.

A New Case Of Pedipalp Regeneration In Scorpio Kruglovi Birula, 1910 (Scorpiones: Scorpionidae), Ersen A. Yağmur, Mehmet S. Kılıç, Eyüp Güneş

Euscorpius

A new case of pedipalp regeneration is described and illustrated in a subadult female of Scorpio kruglovi Birula, 1910. A small, regenerated part of chela is observed on the anterior aspect of a normally developed right patella. This is the second published case of pedipalp regeneration.

Participant 007: Reiki Master With 1.5 Years Of Experience (Navajo, Spanish, And White; Female; Arizona, Usa), Lindsey M. Harper

0885: Reiki and Well-Being Interviews

This is an interview about Reiki and its connection with overall well-being with a Reiki Master holding 1.5 years of experience (Navajo, Spanish, and White; Female; Arizona, USA). She was interviewed on May 16, 2024. The participant agreed to the terms outlined in the verbal informed consent form before this interview. Some of the broad conversations during this interview were about her early experiences with multiple religions; her motivations for pursuing a Reiki practice; how Reiki helps her stay calm, balanced, and intentional throughout her day; and Reiki as a constant state of being. Lindsey Harper was the interviewer and …

Participant 006: Reiki Master With Eight Years Of Experience (White, Asian, And Latina; Female; California, Usa), Lindsey M. Harper

0885: Reiki and Well-Being Interviews

This is an interview about Reiki and its connection with overall well-being with a Reiki Master holding eight years of experience (White, Asian, and Latina; Female; California). She was interviewed on May 14, 2024. The participant agreed to the terms outlined in the verbal informed consent form before this interview. Some of the broad conversations during this interview were about her experiences receiving healing as an adolescent, how Reiki and other modalities have improved her relationships with the Self and with others, and the message that one has the ability to continually live in the Reiki field (rather than Reiki …

Participant 005: Reiki Master With Four Years Of Experience (Indian; Female; India), Lindsey M. Harper

0885: Reiki and Well-Being Interviews

This is an interview about Reiki and its connection with overall well-being with a Reiki Master holding four years of experience (Indian; Female; India). She was interviewed on May 14, 2024. The participant agreed to the terms outlined in the verbal informed consent form before this interview. Some of the broad conversations during this interview were about her experiences growing up in a family that practices Hinduism, her transformative experiences when she was introduced to Reiki, and how it's okay to have a career that pays the bills while offering Reiki to others as completely separate parts of herself. Lindsey …

Marshall University Newsletter, May 14, 2024, Office Of Marshall University Communications

Marshall University Newsletter 2023-Current

No abstract provided.

Emotion Regulation Strategies And Perceived Emotional Intelligence: The Effect Of Age., Iwanna Sepiadou

Adultspan Journal

The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between perceived emotional intelligence and the reported use of cognitive reappraisal and expressive suppression. We also investigated the possible effects of age on the aforementioned variables. The total sample consisted of 379 people (158 men, 220 women, 1 unreported). Across participants, 273 were young (20-39 years old) and 106 were middle-aged (40-65 years old). We found statistically significant positive correlations between the dimensions of perceived emotional intelligence and the reported use of cognitive reappraisal and negative primarily correlations between the dimensions of perceived emotional intelligence and the reported use of …

Participant 004: Reiki Master With Three Years Of Experience (Java And Indonesian; Female; Dubai, United Arab Emirates), Lindsey M. Harper

0885: Reiki and Well-Being Interviews

This is an interview about Reiki and its connection with overall well-being with a Reiki Master holding three years of experience (Java and Indonesian; Female; Dubai, United Arab Emirates). She was interviewed on May 8, 2024. The participant agreed to the terms outlined in the verbal informed consent form before this interview. Some of the broad conversations during this interview were about her early experiences growing up in a Muslim family, her transformative experiences encountering Reiki energy, her daily self-Reiki practice, and how Reiki has helped minimize stress in her life. Lindsey Harper was the interviewer and the primary investigator …

Marshall University Newsletter, May 7, 2024, Office Of Marshall University Communications

Marshall University Newsletter 2023-Current

No abstract provided.

Participant 003: Reiki Master With 15 Years Of Experience (White; Female; Florida, Usa), Lindsey M. Harper

0885: Reiki and Well-Being Interviews

This is an interview about Reiki and its connection with overall well-being with a Reiki Master holding 15 years of experience (White/Female/Florida, USA). She was interviewed on May 6, 2024. The participant agreed to the terms outlined in the verbal informed consent form before this interview. Some of the broad conversations during this interview were about her childhood experiences in a religious environment, Reiki as a tool to help her find calm and balance in her busy day-to-day, and withholding knowledge about her Reiki practice from those who may not be accepting of her practice. Lindsey Harper was the interviewer …

Participant 002: Reiki Master With Five Years Of Experience (White; Female; Indiana, Usa), Lindsey M. Harper

0885: Reiki and Well-Being Interviews

This is an interview about Reiki and its connection with overall well-being with a Reiki Master holding five years of experience (White/Female/Indiana, USA). She was interviewed on May 6, 2024. The participant agreed to the terms outlined in the verbal informed consent form before this interview. Some of the broad conversations during this interview were about her early experience with energy before she knew about Reiki, familial experiences, and Reiki as a tool for being a more balanced person. Lindsey Harper was the interviewer and the primary investigator for this project. Please download this document to read the full de-identified …

New Records Of Mesobuthus Rakhshanii Barahoei, 2022 In Iran (Scorpiones: Buthidae), Ersen A. Yağmur, Zhale Baghernavesi, Zahra Taherkhani, Parsa Akbari, Mohammad Moradi

Euscorpius

Mesobuthus rakhshanii Barahoei, 2022 (Scorpiones: Buthidae) was so far known only from the type locality in Sistan and Baluchestan Province, Iran. We give a list of numerous new records of this species from the same province. A map and detailed illustrations are provided.

Participant 001: Reiki Master With Two Years Of Experience (White; Female; Massachusetts, Usa), Lindsey M. Harper

0885: Reiki and Well-Being Interviews

This is an interview about Reiki and its connection with overall well-being with a Reiki Master holding two years of experience (White/Female/Massachusetts, USA). She was interviewed on May 2, 2024. The participant agreed to the terms outlined in the verbal informed consent form before this interview. Some of the broad conversations during this interview were about Reiki as a tool for opening up psychic abilities and Reiki as a transformative practice. Lindsey Harper was the interviewer and the primary investigator for this project. Please download this document to read the full de-identified interview.

2023 West Virginia Rural Health Conference Abstracts, Rich Sutphin

Marshall Journal of Medicine

The mission of the West Virginia Rural Health Association (WVRHA) is to unite people, communities, and organizations to strengthen rural health in West Virginia. The WVRHA annual conference brought together healthcare professionals, community leaders, and researchers, showcasing their efforts to improve the quality of life and access to excellent healthcare in rural areas. The abstracts covered a wide range of topics, including innovative healthcare delivery models, community health interventions, policy analysis, and the impacts of social determinants on health. These contributions reflect the dynamic work being done and the future directions in rural health, underscoring the WVRHA’s commitment to advancing …

Observational Analysis For Predicting Initial Spikes In Testing Volume Of Cohorts Inside And Outside Of A Regional Covid-19 Screening Program, Adam M. Franks, Seth Bergeron, Tammy Bannister, Justin Spradling, Tamara Lowe, Paris Johnson, Rajan Lamichhane, Stephen M. Petrany

Marshall Journal of Medicine

BACKGROUND Containing the highly contagious SARs-CoV-2 pathogen requires a safe and effective screening program. The aim of this observational cohort study is to analyze a regional testing center and identify factors predicting testing rates that direct supply and staffing needs.

METHODS A drive-through SAR-CoV-2 regional testing facility was created. Number of tests and positive results were collected for eighteen months. Data for testing demand was compared to positive results, percent positive rates (PPR), known external factors, and county PPR. Dissimilarities were contrasted with dynamic time warp and a detailed agreement analysis. The Grainger’s test was utilized to assess the degree …

The Case For Using Composition Tomography To Evaluate Perirectal Necrotizing Fasciitis: Is It Really Necessary?, Tyler Bayliss, David Denning

Marshall Journal of Medicine

Clinical reviews of Fournier’s Gangrene state that diagnostic protocol includes interpreting CT, MRI, or Ultrasound imaging along with clinical symptoms and lab findings. We think that the use of imaging techniques as a diagnostic tool is no longer needed as Fournier’s Gangrene is specific enough of a disease that clinicians can diagnose using labs and physical examination alone.

Cases of perirectal necrotizing soft tissue infection recorded at St. Marys Medical Center were reviewed. Results of physical exams and imaging were compared along with measurements of severity upon admittance and length of stay. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we investigated if …

Ocular Metastases In Breast Cancer: A Multidisciplinary Approach To Diagnosis And Management, Bridgette King, Mary Legenza, Diane Krutzler

Marshall Journal of Medicine

Introduction:

Breast cancer is a globally prevalent malignancy with diverse clinical presentations.

Understanding metastatic sites like ocular tissues is vital due to their impact on prognosis and treatment strategies. Ocular metastases from breast cancer, though rare, can contribute significantly to metastatic cases. They can even serve as the first sign of advanced disease, highlighting the need for vigilance.

Methods:

This study utilized a comprehensive literature review to analyze ocular metastases in breast cancer. Cases were examined for time intervals between initial diagnosis and ocular metastasis. The review also assessed manifestations during systemic progression. Methods included patient data analysis, …

Quetiapine Induced Agitation In A Hospice Veteran: A Case Report, Colton Kinderknecht, Kevin Mathews, Elizabeth Kane

Marshall Journal of Medicine

Quetiapine is an atypical antipsychotic that is used in many clinical scenarios; it has been approved and has shown to be effective in the treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar symptoms. Additionally, it has several off-label uses including the treatment of insomnia. In this case report, an elderly veteran was given quetiapine as a sleep aid. After the first dose, he demonstrated severe agitation. To the best of our knowledge, there have been limited reports of this reaction. Although there are limitations to this case report, it serves as a cautionary lesson when prescribing a medication like quetiapine and to consider …

Importance Of Mind-Body Medicine And Human Flourishing In The Training Of Physicians, Aviad Haramati

Marshall Journal of Medicine

No abstract provided.

Marshall University Newsletter, April 30, 2024, Office Of Marshall University Communications

Marshall University Newsletter 2023-Current

No abstract provided.

The Minutes Of The Marshall University Graduate Council Meeting, April 29, 2024, Marshall University Graduate Council

Graduate Council Minutes

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New Records Of Mesobuthus Mesopotamicus (Penther, 1912) In Iraq And Mesobuthus Faiki Sp. Nov. From Turkey (Scorpiones: Buthidae), Ersen A. Yağmur, František Kovařík, Victor Fet, Ridvan Kurt, Fenik S. Hussen, Azhar M. Al-Khazali, Hamid S. Kachel, Ali A. Al-Fanharawi

Euscorpius

New locality records for Mesobuthus mesopotamicus (Penther, 1912) are given from Iraq. The populations from southeastern Turkey, earlier identified as M. mesopotamicus by Kovařík et al. (2022), are examined and compared with the specimens from the area close to the type locality of M. mesopotamicus. These populations are described as a new species, Mesobuthus faiki sp. nov. Detailed illustrations of both species and a map are given.

Scorpions Of The Horn Of Africa (Arachnida: Scorpiones). Part Xxxii. Barbaracurus Hofereki Sp. N. From Djibouti, František Kovařík

Euscorpius

Barbaracurus hofereki sp. n. from Djibouti is described and compared with other species of the genus. B. hofereki sp. n. is the only species of the genus with pedipalp movable finger with 8 rows of granules and pectinal tooth count 27–28 in female. Also, its pedipalp chela with very narrow manus (chela length/width ratio 6.07 in female), narrower than in all other African species of the genus. A map of the distribution of the genus in the Horn of Africa and the Arabian Peninsula is provided.

Marshall University Newsletter, April 23, 2024, Office Of Marshall University Communications

Marshall University Newsletter 2023-Current

No abstract provided.

Scorpions Of The Horn Of Africa (Arachnida: Scorpiones) Part Xxxi. Two New Genera From Somaliland: Sanaag Gen. N. And Sahil Gen. N. (Buthidae), František Kovařík

Euscorpius

Two new monotypic buthid genera are described: Sanaag gen. n. and Sahil gen. n. from Somaliland, both belonging to the ‘Buthus’ group. Sanaag gen. n. (type species Gint maidensis Kovařík et al., 2018) differs from Gint Kovařík et al., 2013 in the structure of its hemispermatophore, which has a large, tall, subtriangular hook-like basal lobe, and in the shape of its telson which is rather bulbous. Sahil gen. n. (type species Sahil elmii sp. n.) differs from all morphologically similar small-sized genera of the Horn of Africa in having the ventral aspect of cheliceral fixed finger with two denticles, …

"I Have A Right To Exist Here": An Interview With Photographer Justin Murphy, Nicole Lawrence

Remembrance: A Journal of Queer Culture, Information, and Preservation

An interview with Justin Murphy, founder of Out of the Attic Photography. Born, raised, and still residing in Huntington, WV, Murphy volunteers and freelances for the ACLU of WV. Murphy’s photography and counselor work with AQYS was featured by Nico Lang in Xtra Magazine.

"'What The Suffering Was Like': Digital Affect In The Act Up Oral History Project, Margaret Sullivan

Remembrance: A Journal of Queer Culture, Information, and Preservation

This article considers The ACT UP Oral History Project as an affective site that renders visible the impact of loss and suffering. Focusing on the archive’s filmic and computer-mediated interviews, and placing both in conversation with memory and queer identity studies, I demonstrate that the Oral History Project, as a discursive space, invites its audience into a felt physical contact with grief, loss, anger, and rage.

Marshall University Newsletter, April 16, 2024, Office Of Marshall University Communications

Marshall University Newsletter 2023-Current

No abstract provided.