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Spring Commencement: May 16, 2020, University Of North Dakota

UND Commencement Programs

UND Spring Commencement program from May 16, 2020.

Telehealth And Diabetes, Katie Stumpf

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Doctor Of Medicine Commencement: May 16, 2020, University Of North Dakota

UND Commencement Programs

UND Doctor of Medicine Commencement program from May 16, 2020.

The Role Of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation In The Treatment Of Treatment Resistant Depression, Eugenie Loeffler

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Medication Assisted Treatment For Opioid Use Disorder, Michael Ray Anderson

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The Benefits Of Treating Bipolar Disorder With Lithium, Kate Moenga

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The Future Of (Es)Ketamine For Use In Treatment-Resistant Depression, Sarah Mcisaac

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Law Enforcement Mental Health Ptsd, Lisa Knudtson

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Eye Movement Desensitization And Reprocessing To Treat Ptsd In Adolescents, Anders L. Peterson

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Stigma Of Mental Health Patients In The Emergency Room, Sonja Theobald

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Effects Of Ketamine On Treatment-Resistant Depression, Aaron J. Stanley

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Bipolar Disorder And Differential Diagnosis In Adolescents: Arriving At A Correct Diagnosis, Samir Golos

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Treatment Of Bipolar Disorder With Lithium, Emily Ongaga

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N-Acetylcysteine Use In Treatment Of Excoriation, Elizabeth Boots

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Postpartum Thyroiditis – Should Postpartum Mothers Be Routinely Screened For Thyroid Dysfunction Without Prior Indication Of A Thyroid Condition?, Jessie M. Kier

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Mental Healthcare For Youth With Type 1 Diabetes: A Call For Integrated Screening, Prevention And Intervention, Kirsten Nelson

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Adverse mental health outcomes comprise the leading complication of type 1 diabetes(TID)in children and adolescents(Cameron & Northam, 2012). Comorbid mental health conditions lead to decreased adherence, worsening glycemic control, increased family conflict, poor self-image, and decreased quality of life(QOL). Evidence shows20-50% of youth with TID sought mental healthcare over a five year period yet less than 4% received any form of care during that time(Cameron & Northam, 2012; Jaser, 2010). This literature review was based on review of a case involvinga10 year old male “Benji” whose mother brought him to clinic requesting a second opinion after seeking mental healthcare for …

Schizophrenia In Adolescents, Natasha Isaman

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Excoriation Disorder, Karalynn Johnson

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Using Rexulti As An Adjunct Treatment Option For Major Depressive Disorder, Linda Mongare

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Analysis Of A Modification To The Sexual Experiences Survey To Assess Intimate Partner Sexual Violence, Raeann E. Anderson, Samantha C. Holmes, Nicole L. Johnson, Dawn M. Johnson

Psychology Faculty Publications

Greater accuracy is needed in the assessment of sexual victimization that occurs in intimate relationships. Existing assessment strategies in the literature often represent two distinct approaches—intimate partner violence specific strategies vs. sexual violence specific strategies. The current study compared multiple distinct strategies for assessing intimate partner sexual victimization (IPSV) and evaluated a modification that optimizes intimate partner and sexual violence specific strategies. Two samples of undergraduate women were recruited. Sample 1 (N = 236) completed the Severity of Violence Against Women Scales (SVAWS) and a modified version Sexual Experiences Survey–Short Form Victimization (SES-SFV) in which participants were cued to …

A Case Report: Factors Influencing The Care Of A Critically Ill Patient In The Icu Following Medical Management Of A Benign Parasagittal Meningioma, Lucas Keller

Physical Therapy Scholarly Projects

Background and Purpose. Primary brain tumors will affect 23,890 adults in the US in 2020. Many of these patients will require an intensive care unit (ICU) if resection is the chosen course of treatment. Early mobility has been shown to reduce negative effect of ICU stays in patient ability and long-term outcomes.

Case Description. This report describes the 4-week inpatient physical therapy management of a 69-year-old female who is 6 months post left cerebrovascular accident (CVA) and presented to the ICU with shortness of breath, severe continuous frontal headaches, and a reduction of regained strength from her CVA in …

Use Of Marijuana In Those With Anxiety And Depression, Heather Brooke Flaa

Physician Assistant Scholarly Project Papers

The purpose of this research and literature review is to compare the use of marijuana to Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) in reducing anxiety and depression symptoms. The safety of marijuana in those with psychiatric disorders such as, general anxiety disorder and major depressive disorder, was also analyzed. The literature review searched databases Cochrane, PubMed, Clinical Key, PsycINFO, and DynaMed Plus. A variety of key terms were used when searching. Studies excluded were due to narrowed sub topics on anxiety disorders or poor design. Due to limited research, the study time frame was extended to studies completed in the last …

The Safety And Efficacy Of Antidepressant Use In The Adolescent Population, Jason Marcello

Physician Assistant Scholarly Project Papers

This literature review was conducted to determine the safety and efficacy of antidepressants in the adolescent population based on the currently available research. Specifically, are antidepressants safe and efficacious in treating depression in adolescents and is their use associated with increased risk of suicide. Data was collected by searching medical databases including: Clinical Key, CINAHL Complete, PsycINFO, PubMed, DynaMed Plus, and Cochrane Review. The review of the literature included systematic reviews, meta-analysis, cross-sectional, longitudinal, randomized control trials, and survey methods. All literature works selected were published within the past 14 years. A focused search was performed to gather information on …

Comparison Of Buprenorphine-Naloxone And Buprenorphine Monotherapy In Opioid Dependent Pregnant Women, Ellie Gillund

Physician Assistant Scholarly Project Papers

Opioid use disorder during pregnancy has continued to rise, and more primary care providers are being encouraged to prescribe opioid agonist pharmacotherapy. Such medications include methadone, buprenorphine, and naloxone. Many studies have been done to compare these medications’ role in medication assisted treatment (MAT) in pregnant women with opioid use disorder. The purpose of this literature review is to compare the use e of buprenorphine, with and without naloxone, as MAT for opioid dependent pregnant women. Specific outcomes compared in this study include maternal and neonatal safety, neonatal abstinence syndrome, and peripartum pain management. This review included three electronic search …

Implementation Of Mental Health Resources To Decrease Depression And Suicide In Healthcare Professional Students, Matthew Knealing

Physician Assistant Scholarly Project Papers

The intent of this review of literature is to determine if implementing mental health resources in graduate healthcare programs decreases the rate of depression and suicidal ideations. In this review of literature, five databases were searched. Databases included: PubMed, PsycInfo, CINAHL Complete, Clinical Key, and the Cochrane Library from September 15 to January 3, 2020. Due to the topic being dynamic and receiving more acknowledgment in recent years, articles reviewed were restricted to the last six years within the United States. Works chosen were peer-reviewed, which included meta-analysis, cross-sectional, systemic reviews, longitudinal and, survey method studies. Sources excluded included opinion-based …

Treatment Option Decision Making For Low-Grade Prostate Cancer, Janene Caldwell Witherite

Physician Assistant Scholarly Project Papers

Prostate cancer (PCa) is the second most common cancer, behind skin cancer, among men, in the United States (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention [CDC], 2019.). PCa is defined as low-grade or low risk if the neoplasm grows slowly or not at all. According to the Institute for Quality and Efficiency in Health Care, (2020), to make the conclusion that a PCa is low-grade, several tests are performed including a prostate specific antigen (PSA) level, a Gleason score, and a TNM score, which refers to tumor size, lymph node involvement, and metastasis outside the prostate. Low-grade PCa is further defined …

Analysis Of Tech-Based And Telemental Health Approaches Within The Adolescent And Young Adult Populations Of Rural America, Audrey Smeenk

Physician Assistant Scholarly Project Papers

Background: The incidences of depression and anxiety among adolescent and young adult populations are intensifying, and resources remain limited for the management of these diseases within rural America. Objective: The purpose of this literature review is to evaluate evidence-based practices regarding telemedicine and tech-based mental health interventions. Evaluation of different interventions will demonstrate the ability of access, efficacy, and patient adherence with the hope of decreasing the incidence of disease and increase the availability of resources to rural areas. Methods: A comprehensive literature review was completed by assessing journal articles and scientific databases from the last fifteen years using a …

Methamphetamine: A Potential Risk Factor For Neurodegenerative Conditions, Katelyn Sarlette

Physician Assistant Scholarly Project Papers

Methamphetamine (METH) is a highly addictive substance that persists to be a major drug of abuse within the United States, particularly the Midwest regions. While some of the major health ramifications are well documented, its neurological impact is not fully understood. Neurodegenerative conditions like multiple sclerosis (MS), Parkinson’s disease (PD), and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) continue to increase in frequency, particularly in the Midwest, yet there is no identifiable cause. The purpose of the study was to determine if METH use can contribute to the development of neurological conditions such as MS, PD, and ALS. A literature review was conducted …

Hpv Vaccine In Adolescents: How To Increase Uptake, Natasha Richesin

Physician Assistant Scholarly Project Papers

The human papillomavirus (HPV) is a sexually transmitted virus that affects both males and females of all ages. An HPV vaccine was developed to help protect against harmful infections caused by the virus. This literature review focuses on the relationship between the HPV vaccine and its low uptake from untoward events, misinformation surrounding the vaccine, and different education methods. PubMed, Clinical Key, and Cochrane electronic databases are used for the literature review. A comprehensive literature review was conducted, and articles utilized were based on the age of the population being 11 to 29 years old, the HPV vaccine’s involvement in …

The Gut-Brain Axis: Treating Depression Through Microbiome Alterations, Alexandra Bachman-Williams

Physician Assistant Scholarly Project Papers

The purpose of this research and literature review is to explore the possible role that gut microbiome alterations have in the treatment of neurobehavioral diseases; specifically, anxiety and depression. This literature review searched PubMed, CINAHL, and Clinical Key. A variety of key terms were used during the search. Due to the field of research being relatively new and limited, studies from the last ten years and animal models were included in the study. Studies were excluded due to poor design or if the studies did not include anxiety or depression in the research. The research shows that there are the …