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School-Based Mental Health; As It Supports Pbis, Jenny Wilhoite

Georgia Association for Positive Behavior Support Conference

This presentation will provide insight and guidance on how to create a thriving, sustainable school-based mental health program and provide support for the existing PBIS program within the school, but will also introduce successful strategies to promote family involvement, community outreach, parent education, and positive behavioral strategies to be used at both home and school, promoting integrated care on all levels. This school-based program, also offers and delivers in home consultations, family training, and bridges the communication barriers between home and school.

Never Raise Your Voice Again, Amie W. Cumming, Phalanda Perriman

Georgia Association for Positive Behavior Support Conference

Never Raise Your Voice Again by Amie Cumming and Phalanda Perriman

Never Raise Your Voice Again will feature ideas and strategies used at RISE Academy. If these strategies work with our most challenging students, imagine what they can do for your classroom. Our hope is to share strategies with classroom teachers on the power of positive redirection. Participants will learn how easily positive reinforcement creates a welcoming climate for students and parents. In addition to learning to use these strategies with students, we will teach you how your parents can become your greatest supporters and loudest cheerleaders. With these proven …

Connect With Coaches, Amy Henley, Maria Sherrod, Priscilla Ray, Hoofnagle Kelly

Georgia Association for Positive Behavior Support Conference

Feeling overwhelmed? Don’t know where to begin on the road to PBIS implementation? Don’t let roadblocks and speed bumps slow down your journey. Connect with PBIS Coaches as we work together to merge the school, home and community connection. Join our team as we share practical steps to help you prepare for a successful journey on the road to implementation.

Fba/Bip/Rti….You Now Want Me To Do What?, Charlotte S. Flores Mrs., Stacye Smith, Angelique Woodyard

Georgia Association for Positive Behavior Support Conference

How do you have teachers, parents, and students "buy in" to the Response to Intervention process? Participants will learn best practices for using the RTI process for behavior. They will learn specific ways to organize, implement with fidelity, and utilize creative strategies in order to have increased positive outcomes. We will look at how to use the Functional Behavior Assessment and Behavior Intervention Plan to provide more effective interventions. We will also look at how to best collaborate with teachers, families and community resources to aid in this process. As always, this will come from a positive and research based …

Using Pbis Framework In Secure Facilities: Agency’S Journey Through Implementation), Janette A. Nihles, Lester R. Allen

Georgia Association for Positive Behavior Support Conference

This presentation will provide insight into the use of PBIS in a secure juvenile facilities and how to utilize interventions to deal effectively with those youth who present as the most behaviorally challenged. Presenters will share experiences from multiple perspectives within DJJ facilities with different missions, age groups, and barriers.

Sources Of Strength: A Peer Lead Suicide Prevention Program., Amanda Schutz

Georgia Association for Positive Behavior Support Conference

Sources of Strength is a peer lead upstream prevention program developed by Mark LoMurray in 1998. In 2009 it was listed on the National Best Practices Registry by the Suicide Prevention Resource Center and The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. In 2011, Sources of Strength was listed on SAMHSA's National Registry of Evidence-based Programs and Practices (NREPP). The overall mission of the program is to empower peer leaders and caring adults to impact their school climate through the power of promoting youth-adult connectedness and spreading messages of hope, help, and strength throughout their school. This is done through a deliberate …

Pbis In The Classroom: Teaching Expectations And Procedures, Tony Feldmann, Ben Moore

Georgia Association for Positive Behavior Support Conference

Parents can utilize the information to set clear expectations at home or better understand how students are taught at schools that implement PBIS.

5 Tools You Can Use Tomorrow To Transform Your Classroom, Chris A. Paul, Alex T. Robson

Georgia Association for Positive Behavior Support Conference

Alex and Chris will present five tools that lay the foundation of their classrooms. The presentation will include information on five key topics : deescalation, active teaching, relationship building, procedures and protocols, and consistency. With these five tools, Alex and Chris will explain in concrete terms hoe they have success with students at alternative schools. Watch Alex and Chris demonstrate how they teach students that break rules to become the future leaders and innovators of America.

Building Teacher Efficacy In A School-Wide Pbis Program, Melanie D. James, Nora Fowler

Georgia Association for Positive Behavior Support Conference

In order for a school's PBIS program to be effective, teachers and staff members must be equipped with the tools to engage positively with their students. Many PBIS programs fail because teacher buy-in and preparation have not occurred. At Winterville Elementary School, we feel that our PBIS program is successful because teachers receive regular training and updates on topics such as establishing effective classroom management procedures, building positive relationships with students, working with students with difficult behaviors, and knowing functions of behavior. We conduct PBIS walkthroughs, our UGA behavior analyst records positive vs. negative comments from teachers, administrators conduct classroom …

How Soil Salinity Affects The Stomatal Conductance Of Baccharis Salicifolia (Mulefat/Seepwillow), Andrew Kim, Caroline Wilkerson, Mahala Bayless, Peter Du

Featured Research

This is a poster presentation demonstrating the project our group has been working on. We hypothesize that the stomatal conductance of mulefat will decrease as soil salinity increases in both pre-rain and post-rain conditions because the plant tries to absorb salt water. However, the salt water cannot pass through plant tissue and draws water out of the plant. Since plant requires water for photosynthesis, water being drawn out means less water is available for the plant to do photosynthesis. We have tested our hypothesis by collecting soil samples in Legacy park, and recorded stomatal conductance by using a leaf porometer

A Comparison Of Different Methods Of Dehydration On Baccharis Salicifolia, Michael Nicholas, Sinjun Hong

Featured Research

Baccharis salicifolia is a native riparian plant living in many places near to the Santa Monica Mountains. One of these locations is Legacy park, which has had many events effect it that has led to some very unfortunate changes. The park’s soil was tested earlier this year by a group of undergraduate students lead by Dr. Stephen Davis and was found to have a very high salinity level. The plants in the park appeared to be struggling to survive and had signs of dehydration and wilting. This led to us questioning the types of dehydration of the plants. Areas of …

A Comparison Of Photosynthetic Rate, Stomatal Conductance, And 
Electron Transport Rate Between Malosma Laurina And Encelia Californica, Yujin Choi, Isabella Armstrong, Catherina Haas, Micah Kim

Featured Research

In the Santa Monica Mountains, there are two main vegetation types: chaparral, which makes up __% of plants in these mountains, and coastal sagebrush, which makes up __%. Despite California’s acute environmental stress, both of these plants manage to survive, and even thrive in some cases. We were interested in seeing if in spite of these vast anatomical and physiological differences, these plants were able to survive at similar health rates, measured in photosynthetic rate, stomatal conductance, and electron transport rate (ETR). We have decided to choose 2 plants from 2 different leaf types of different vegetation types: Malosma laurina …

How Soil Salinity Affects The Stomatal Conductance Of Baccharis Salicifolia (Mulefat/Seepwillow), Andrew Kim, Caroline Wilkerson, Mahala Bayless, Peter Du

Featured Research

This is a poster presentation demonstrating the project our group has been working on. We hypothesize that the stomatal conductance of mulefat will decrease as soil salinity increases in both pre-rain and post-rain conditions because the plant tries to absorb salt water. However, the salt water cannot pass through plant tissue and draws water out of the plant. Since plant requires water for photosynthesis, water being drawn out means less water is available for the plant to do photosynthesis. We have tested our hypothesis by collecting soil samples in Legacy park, and recorded stomatal conductance by using a leaf porometer

Comparison Of Photosynthesis, Stomatal Conductance, And Water Potential Between Native Rhus Integrifolia And Invasive Nicotiana Glauca, Tiffany J. Egbo, Emma J. Navarro, Malaun A. Phillips, Cameron I. Zohary

Featured Research

Invasive species, such as Nicotiana glauca, are a prominent part of the Santa Monica Mountains, and could be responsible for displacing native species such as Rhus integrifolia. It was observed in the field that Nicotiana glauca was doing better than Rhus integrifolia, so our group decided to indirectly test this. Because of the invasiveness of its species, it is essential to measure the health of a native species to see if the invasive species is posing as a massive threat. Water potential, stomatal conductance, fluorescence, photosynthetic rates and electron transport rates were compared among the two plants …

Loss Of Intellectual Functioning In Cerebrovascular Vs Alzeheimer's Disease, Christina Bhawanidin, Eliza Gonzalez, Illhom Bakiyev

Publications and Research

Aim

To compare loss of intellectual functioning in cerebrovascular (CVA) vs. Alzheimer’s disease (AD).

Method

Subjects had Psychiatric disorders (n=26), CVA (n=37), or AD (n=27). Expected premorbid intellectual functioning was computed using educational attainment. Intellectual ability was separated into deviation quotients for Verbal-Conceptual, Attention-Concentration, or Perceptual-Constructional ability, and Psychomotor Speed. The difference between obtained and expected intellectual functioning in each cognitive domain was analyzed using a repeated measures ANOVA with age as a covariate.

The Rise Of Women, #Metoo And Why It Matters, Meredith Conroy, Tiffany Jones, Kathy Nadeau

Anthropology Faculty Publications

In light of current political events here in the United States and around the world, such as the #MeToo movement, discussions about toxic masculinity, the tumultuous appointment of Justice Kavanaugh to the U.S. Supreme Court, and a worldwide surge of participation of women in politics, it is obvious that we are living in an important historical period where ideas about gender and power are being debated, reinforced, and challenged. While some political leaders blatantly dismiss gender discrimination and gender-based violence, the global community has recently acknowledged the significance of this issue by awarding the 2018 Nobel Peace Prize to two …

Effects Of Naltrexone On Alcohol And Nicotine Use In Female P Rats, Usman Z. Hamid, Michael T. Bardo Ph.D.

Posters-at-the-Capitol

Title: Effects of Naltrexone on Alcohol and Nicotine Use in Female P Rats

Author: Usman Z. Hamid, Department of Psychology, University of Kentucky

Faculty Mentor: Michael T. Bardo, Ph.D., Department of Psychology, University of Kentucky

Alcohol is the most commonly abused substance worldwide. It is often co-abused with nicotine, which increases the difficulty of cessation of both alcohol and nicotine. Despite having similar mechanisms of action, there is no single medication to treat the co-abuse. The objective of the current study is to analyze the effects of the opiate antagonist naltrexone on alcohol consumption and the co-use of alcohol and …

Using Tableau With The Digital Humanities, Rachael Juskuv

Library Staff Publications, Presentations & Journal Articles

No abstract provided.

Automated Control System For Photo-Bioreactor, Madankrishna Acharya

Posters-at-the-Capitol

At the University of Kentucky Center for Applied Energy Research, recent efforts have been made to optimize and reduce the cost of a unit designed to control an automated photobioreactor system in which microalgae is grown to reduce CO2 emissions. In contrast with a previously used system based on a compactRIO controller and NI LabVIEW software, a new optimized version utilizes an inexpensive Beagle Bone panel as a microcontroller that can be programmed through the use of Python software. Notably, the cost of the new control system was 1/10th of the price of the previous unit.

Prenylation In The Moss Physcomitrella Patens, Noela Botaka, Susana Perez-Martinez, Liang Bao, Parul Singh, Mark Running

Posters-at-the-Capitol

Protein prenylation is a post-translational modification that involves the addition of lipid groups to the end of a target protein and is necessary for protein activity. Prenylation has important roles in the cell: targeting and localizing proteins to subcellular compartments and promoting protein-protein interactions. Recently, we have found Protein Prenyltransferase Alpha Subunit-like (PPAL), which shares structural similarities to known prenylation enzymes. However, the biochemical function of PPAL is still unknown. PPAL is present in a single copy in other plants examined to date but is present in two copies in moss. Knockouts in our lab of either PpPAL1 or PpPAL2 …

A Crispr Platform For Rapid And Inducible Genome Editing In Human Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Cells, Lloyd Bartley

Posters-at-the-Capitol

Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) accounts for about 85% of lung cancer, which is the leading cause of cancer death in the world. High mortality rate associated with NSCLC is partially attributed to the limited understanding of NSCLC as well as ineffective therapeutic treatments. The initiation and progression of NSCLC involves genetic changes leading to alterations in the control of tissue development and homeostatic maintenance. Better knowledge about these genetic abnormalities is imperative for developing new chemotherapeutic drugs for NSCLC. Recent research demonstrates that the expression of paraoxonase 2 (PON2), a lactonase/arylesterase with anti-oxidant properties, are markedly enhanced in cancer …

Roger Ebert Vs. John Doe: An Examination Of The Difference In Media Reviews, Meredith Mullins

Posters-at-the-Capitol

The purpose of this research is to examine the variation in critic and audience reviews of films and determine the cause of this variation. When reviewing a film, the ratings of critics and audience members often differ, regardless of whether they are positive or negative. This difference may arise from the unique role critics possess in this market as agents and the incentives they face. As agents of the film industry, critics have expert knowledge concerning films that audience members do not possess and therefore, they review films with a different evaluative framework than audience members. Critics may look at …

Complementary And Alternative Therapies For Military Veterans In The Management Of Chronic Pain And Ptsd: An Integrative Literature Review, Gintare Cepukaite, Amanda Munday

Grace Peterson Nursing Research Colloquium

Abstract

Background: A large percentage of veterans and military personal are living with the reality of chronic pain from war-related injuries both mental (PTSD) and physical (neuropathic pain or amputations). Research is being performed to evaluate integrative and alternative medicine to be a part of the interdisciplinary care in the management of chronic pain and PTSD.

Objectives: The objective of this integrative literature will be to analyze research regarding whether complementary and alternative therapies is an effective management for chronic pain and PTSD.

Methods: This integrative literature review will use a matrix method to evaluate the data and compare the …

The Effect Of Workplace Violence On Inpatient Psychiatric Nursing: An Integrative Literature Review, Elizabeth Lubinski, Jessica Kolber

Grace Peterson Nursing Research Colloquium

Abstract

Background: Psychiatric nurses are at an increased risk for experiencing violence while working in an inpatient psychiatric unit, which may result in emotional distress and mental trauma for the nurse, potentially leading to impaired functioning and compromised patient care.

Objectives: The purpose of this integrative literature review is to explore the effect of violence on inpatient psychiatric nursing and the psychiatric nurse’s response to experiencing violence. The impact of violence on the nurse’s ability to take care of the psychiatric patient will also be addressed.

Method: An integrated literature review using the updated Whittemore and Knafl (2005) methodology was …

Populations At Risk For Cervical Cancer, Danielle Dodd, Chantal Boyd

Grace Peterson Nursing Research Colloquium

Abstract

This integrative literature review discusses the possible negative effects of the current cervical cancer screening guidelines enforced by the U.S. Preventative Task Force. Potential negative effects of guidelines are examined to determine the need for a more personalized approach in future cervical cancer screening guidelines. The purpose of this integrated literature review is to identify women at greater risk for developing breast cancer and their need to have more frequent screenings. The U.S. Preventative Task Force currently only requires frequent cervical cancer screenings in women who are immunocompromised, due to diseases such as HIV, or women who are diagnosed …

Preventing Postpartum Depression In Women Living In The United States: An Integrative Literature Review, Melanie Rein, Natalie Allen

Grace Peterson Nursing Research Colloquium

Abstract

Background: Postpartum depression (PPD) is common among women living in the United States (U.S.). Unfortunately, despite its prevalence, PPD is underdiagnosed and undertreated. This can have serious consequences for both mother and baby. Research suggests that there is a need for further understanding of interventions to prevent PPD.

Objectives: The purpose of this integrative literature review is to examine strategies that can be used as prevention interventions for PPD.

Methods: An integrative literature review was conducted to identify research supporting PPD prevention. Research was collected by accessing databases through DePaul University Library and was organized according …

Complementary And Alternative Medicine In Chronic Conditions In Pediatrics, Kelly Colletti, Sierra Williams

Grace Peterson Nursing Research Colloquium

Abstract

Background: The number of people being diagnosed with a chronic disease is on the rise. Living with a chronic disease impacts a person’s physical, mental, emotional, financial, and social aspects of the person’s life as well. A child diagnosed with a chronic disease is even more affected by the disease due to the lack of understanding of the disease. Alternative therapies to medication and procedures are explored as a way to help children cope with the symptoms and side effects of their disease.

Objectives: The purpose of this integrated literature review is to determine the effectiveness of Complementary and …

Effects Of A Gluten Free Diet On Cardiovascular Health, Alexandra Williamson, Nicole Baty

Grace Peterson Nursing Research Colloquium

Abstract

Background: Implementing fad diets without the knowledge about actual health costs or benefits of the diet has become common practice. One diet being utilized that needs more research done is the gluten free diet (GFD). Individuals with celiac disease (CD) need to implement a GFD. However, individuals without celiac disease may not benefit from a gluten free diet at all.

Objective: The purpose of the integrative literature review is to investigate what research has been conducted regarding the effects of a gluten free diet on individuals without celiac disease, especially in relation to cardiovascular health.

Methods: Multiple databases were …

The Effects Of Family Support Within The Long-Term Care Facility: An Integrative Literature Review, Mia Delesdernier

Grace Peterson Nursing Research Colloquium

Background: As people age they might require more care, and this care can become more difficult; the family can only take on this burden for so long. It is common for a family to move their loved one into a long-term care facility. Many of these facilities are moving towards a family-centered model for patient care.

Objective: The purpose of this literature review was to determine the effects of a family-centered model within long-term care facilities, to determine if these effects were positive or negative, and to discover changes that can be made to this model in order to generate …

The Effects Of Exercise On Brain Function In Alzheimer’S Patients, Jasmine Perez

Grace Peterson Nursing Research Colloquium

The Effects of Exercise on Brain Function in Alzheimer’s Patients

An Integrative Literature Review

Jasmine Perez, MS

Faculty Sponsor: Dr. Elizabeth Hartman, PhD, RN

Abstract

Background: Alzheimer’s disease affects nearly 26 million people and is the fourth leading cause of death in people over the age of seventy worldwide. There have been enormous amounts of funding and resources invested in the study of Alzheimer’s disease and pharmacological treatment. However, there is currently no disease-modifying or preventative management for Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers suggest that if exercise is integrated into the treatment regimen it may have the ability to mitigate or slow …