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Lived Experiences Of Emerging Adults’ Transitioning Back To College Campus After Covid-19., Aleesha Hayes Jan 2025

Lived Experiences Of Emerging Adults’ Transitioning Back To College Campus After Covid-19., Aleesha Hayes

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

The COVID-19 pandemic led to a worldwide shutdown as there were many uncertainties on how to prevent exposure. Emerging adults who were full time students were impacted in a variety of ways, both negatively and positively. There is substantial research on the impact that college students had when transitioning off college campuses. However, there is a lack of literature on the experiences that emerging adults had when transitioning back to college campus after COVID-19. This gap is important because multiple transitions have significant implications for development and well-being. To better understand this, a phenomenological qualitative study was conducted to explore …


Elementary Teachers’ Experiences Supporting The Academic Growth And Development Of Students On The Autism Spectrum In Inclusion Classrooms, Erica Williams Harryman Jan 2025

Elementary Teachers’ Experiences Supporting The Academic Growth And Development Of Students On The Autism Spectrum In Inclusion Classrooms, Erica Williams Harryman

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

The problem addressed in this study is that elementary inclusion teachers in urban school districts in a northeastern state in the United States struggle to support the academic growth and development of their students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The purpose of this study was to explore the experiences of these teachers and identify the institutional conditions they perceive as necessary to foster positive academic outcomes for students with ASD, informing the study's two research questions. Framed by Bandura’s social cognitive theory, particularly its principle of triadic reciprocality, the study employed a basic qualitative design. Twelve elementary inclusion teachers participated …


Relationship Between Racial Trauma, Microaggression, Cultural Coping Behaviors, And Resilience Among Black Counseling Students, Chrismathe Lindsay Jan 2025

Relationship Between Racial Trauma, Microaggression, Cultural Coping Behaviors, And Resilience Among Black Counseling Students, Chrismathe Lindsay

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Black students in counseling programs face many challenges stemming from racial trauma and microaggression; for instance, they are at greater risk for mental health problems and degree incompletion. Grounded in critical race theory, the purpose of this quantitative correlation study was to examine whether racial trauma, the experience of microaggression, and cultural coping behaviors were significant predictors of resilience and whether cultural coping behaviors mediated the relationship between racial trauma, microaggression, and resilience among Black counseling students. A convenience sample was used to anonymously survey 80 Black counseling students. The results of the multiple regression mediation analysis showed a statistically …


Clinical Practice Guideline For Lifestyle Management Of Clients On Second Generation Antipsychotic Medications, Althea G. Andrade Jan 2025

Clinical Practice Guideline For Lifestyle Management Of Clients On Second Generation Antipsychotic Medications, Althea G. Andrade

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Second-generation antipsychotics (SGAs) are a category of medications principally employed for the treatment of certain mental illnesses. One major downside of the medications is their tendency to induce weight gain, which can result in negative metabolic consequences and raise the likelihood of cardiovascular disease. The clinic setting was focused on the mental health component for the patients on SGAs, and there was little time and ability to address physical health needs, such as weight gain, nutrition, and exercise, which led to comorbidities and possible exacerbation of the mental health issues. Therefore, the purpose of this doctor of nursing practice (DNP) …


Lived Experiences Of Emerging Adults’ Transitioning Back To College Campus After Covid-19., Aleesha Hayes Jan 2025

Lived Experiences Of Emerging Adults’ Transitioning Back To College Campus After Covid-19., Aleesha Hayes

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

The COVID-19 pandemic led to a worldwide shutdown as there were many uncertainties on how to prevent exposure. Emerging adults who were full time students were impacted in a variety of ways, both negatively and positively. There is substantial research on the impact that college students had when transitioning off college campuses. However, there is a lack of literature on the experiences that emerging adults had when transitioning back to college campus after COVID-19. This gap is important because multiple transitions have significant implications for development and well-being. To better understand this, a phenomenological qualitative study was conducted to explore …


Relationship Between Racial Trauma, Microaggression, Cultural Coping Behaviors, And Resilience Among Black Counseling Students, Chrismathe Lindsay Jan 2025

Relationship Between Racial Trauma, Microaggression, Cultural Coping Behaviors, And Resilience Among Black Counseling Students, Chrismathe Lindsay

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Black students in counseling programs face many challenges stemming from racial trauma and microaggression; for instance, they are at greater risk for mental health problems and degree incompletion. Grounded in critical race theory, the purpose of this quantitative correlation study was to examine whether racial trauma, the experience of microaggression, and cultural coping behaviors were significant predictors of resilience and whether cultural coping behaviors mediated the relationship between racial trauma, microaggression, and resilience among Black counseling students. A convenience sample was used to anonymously survey 80 Black counseling students. The results of the multiple regression mediation analysis showed a statistically …


Geospatial Analysis Of Social Variables Of The Health Opportunity Index And Stroke Prevalence In Health And Human Services Region 3, Wanderimam R. Tuktur Jan 2025

Geospatial Analysis Of Social Variables Of The Health Opportunity Index And Stroke Prevalence In Health And Human Services Region 3, Wanderimam R. Tuktur

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Disparities exist in stroke prevalence and outcome. There is sparsity of ecological studies at the census tract level that elucidate neighborhood predictors of stroke prevalence in states across U.S. Health and Human Services Region 3 (HHS Region 3: Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, and the District of Columbia). This study was conducted to explore the geospatial relationship between the 13 indicators of the Health Opportunity Index (HOI) and stroke prevalence at the census tract level in HHS Region 3 using four HOI indicator profiles: (a) neighborhood and built environment profile, (b) social and community context profile, (c) resource profile, …


Clinical Practice Guideline For Lifestyle Management Of Clients On Second Generation Antipsychotic Medications, Althea G. Andrade Jan 2025

Clinical Practice Guideline For Lifestyle Management Of Clients On Second Generation Antipsychotic Medications, Althea G. Andrade

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Second-generation antipsychotics (SGAs) are a category of medications principally employed for the treatment of certain mental illnesses. One major downside of the medications is their tendency to induce weight gain, which can result in negative metabolic consequences and raise the likelihood of cardiovascular disease. The clinic setting was focused on the mental health component for the patients on SGAs, and there was little time and ability to address physical health needs, such as weight gain, nutrition, and exercise, which led to comorbidities and possible exacerbation of the mental health issues. Therefore, the purpose of this doctor of nursing practice (DNP) …


Familial Income Status, Food Insecurity, And Oral Health In Adolescents In The Prepandemic Era, Gersom I. Jimeenz Jan 2025

Familial Income Status, Food Insecurity, And Oral Health In Adolescents In The Prepandemic Era, Gersom I. Jimeenz

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Oral health and hygiene present a significant public health problem that can cause short- and long-term effects among families with adolescents. This quantitative, correlational research design study aimed to investigate associations between food security (FS) levels and familial income status to oral health and hygiene among adolescents aged 13-19 throughout the United States. This study used the health belief model to determine if the perceived susceptibilities, severities, benefits, and barriers can lead to self-efficacy and cues to action among adolescents who experience varying familial income levels. Controlled variables included age, sex, and race. Data were derived from the National Health …


Executive Summary: Clinical Practice Guideline Medication Reconciliation As A Catalyst For Patient Safety And Outcome, Monica Arevalo Jan 2025

Executive Summary: Clinical Practice Guideline Medication Reconciliation As A Catalyst For Patient Safety And Outcome, Monica Arevalo

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

This doctoral project centered on the development and implementation of a Clinical Practice Guideline (CPG) aimed at improving the accuracy of medication reconciliation for patients with complex medication regimens. Medication discrepancies and associated adverse drug events are significant concerns in healthcare, particularly during care transitions. The project addressed the practice-focused question: Will an interprofessional team reach consensus on a plan to standardize and automate the medication reconciliation process? This question highlights the importance of interprofessional collaboration in ensuring patient safety and improving healthcare outcomes. The project’s purpose was to standardize and automate the reconciliation process to reduce discrepancies, improve medication …


Familial Income Status, Food Insecurity, And Oral Health In Adolescents In The Prepandemic Era, Gersom I. Jimeenz Jan 2025

Familial Income Status, Food Insecurity, And Oral Health In Adolescents In The Prepandemic Era, Gersom I. Jimeenz

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Oral health and hygiene present a significant public health problem that can cause short- and long-term effects among families with adolescents. This quantitative, correlational research design study aimed to investigate associations between food security (FS) levels and familial income status to oral health and hygiene among adolescents aged 13-19 throughout the United States. This study used the health belief model to determine if the perceived susceptibilities, severities, benefits, and barriers can lead to self-efficacy and cues to action among adolescents who experience varying familial income levels. Controlled variables included age, sex, and race. Data were derived from the National Health …


Factors Associated With Parental Substance Use And Child Welfare In Nevada 2019-2021, Lisa Christine Lee Jan 2025

Factors Associated With Parental Substance Use And Child Welfare In Nevada 2019-2021, Lisa Christine Lee

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Substance use is a growing public health concern that is adversely impacting reproductive-aged individuals and families (Bruzelius & Martins, 2022). Parental substance use is increasingly driving family separation through the child welfare system. Substance use and family separation intersect with trauma and adverse childhood experiences in a variety of ways. Risk factors and race/ethnicity may contribute to family surveillance, bias, and disproportionality in child welfare and impact reunification and cause further trauma. This study explored associations between household characteristics and risk factors and services provided to families with reunification goals for families with child welfare involvement due to substance use …


Human Resource Managers’ Perceptions Of Vocational Readiness Among Post-Secondary School Students In Antigua, Renee J. Smith Jan 2025

Human Resource Managers’ Perceptions Of Vocational Readiness Among Post-Secondary School Students In Antigua, Renee J. Smith

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Vocational readiness for the global workforce requires the development of both academic and nonacademic skills. Antiguan education has focused primarily on the teaching of academic skills. Grounded in Holland’s theory of career choice and Wigfield and Eccles’s interpretation of expectancy-value theory, the purpose of this generic qualitative study was to explore perceptions of Human Resource Managers (HRMs) in Antigua on the vocational readiness of post-secondary school graduates. Research questions asked about the perceptions of HRMs in Antigua regarding the vocational readiness of post-secondary school graduates, offerings of tertiary institutions to address the vocational readiness of their students, and the type/quality …


Staff Education Project Assessing Pediatric Sepsis, Michelle Louise James Jan 2025

Staff Education Project Assessing Pediatric Sepsis, Michelle Louise James

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Pediatric sepsis is a leading cause of death globally, affecting over 25 million children annually. In the United States, it results in over 75,000 inpatient admissions and approximately 3.4 million deaths each year. Evidence from multiple studies supported the existing recommendations for early recognition and management of pediatric sepsis, emphasizing that comprehensive vital sign assessments, clinical practice guidelines, standardized protocols, and continuous monitoring align to improve patient outcomes. Three clinical experts reviewed the evidence-based educational program developed for this project. Nineteen participants completed a pre- and post-education program survey assessing their knowledge and perceived competence in early recognition and assessment …


Influence Of Psychological Evaluators’ Demographics, Perceptions Of Bias, And Juvenile Defendants’ Race On Competency Decisions, Elizabeth Zaito Jan 2025

Influence Of Psychological Evaluators’ Demographics, Perceptions Of Bias, And Juvenile Defendants’ Race On Competency Decisions, Elizabeth Zaito

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Recent large-scale studies and reviews have revealed inconsistent findings regarding the role of evaluator characteristics, bias, and characteristics of juveniles in judging competency to stand trial as adults in juvenile cases using Dusky standards. The purpose of this study was to examine the influence of psychological evaluators’ education and experience, cognitive bias, and race of juveniles on decisions involving competency to stand trial. The attribution theory was used as the theoretical framework to explain how internal years of education and experience as well as beliefs about bias can influence decision-making. Data were collected from 84 forensic and clinical professionals and …


Factors Associated With Parental Substance Use And Child Welfare In Nevada 2019-2021, Lisa Christine Lee Jan 2025

Factors Associated With Parental Substance Use And Child Welfare In Nevada 2019-2021, Lisa Christine Lee

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Substance use is a growing public health concern that is adversely impacting reproductive-aged individuals and families (Bruzelius & Martins, 2022). Parental substance use is increasingly driving family separation through the child welfare system. Substance use and family separation intersect with trauma and adverse childhood experiences in a variety of ways. Risk factors and race/ethnicity may contribute to family surveillance, bias, and disproportionality in child welfare and impact reunification and cause further trauma. This study explored associations between household characteristics and risk factors and services provided to families with reunification goals for families with child welfare involvement due to substance use …


Influence Of Psychological Evaluators’ Demographics, Perceptions Of Bias, And Juvenile Defendants’ Race On Competency Decisions, Elizabeth Zaito Jan 2025

Influence Of Psychological Evaluators’ Demographics, Perceptions Of Bias, And Juvenile Defendants’ Race On Competency Decisions, Elizabeth Zaito

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Recent large-scale studies and reviews have revealed inconsistent findings regarding the role of evaluator characteristics, bias, and characteristics of juveniles in judging competency to stand trial as adults in juvenile cases using Dusky standards. The purpose of this study was to examine the influence of psychological evaluators’ education and experience, cognitive bias, and race of juveniles on decisions involving competency to stand trial. The attribution theory was used as the theoretical framework to explain how internal years of education and experience as well as beliefs about bias can influence decision-making. Data were collected from 84 forensic and clinical professionals and …


Staff Education Project Assessing Pediatric Sepsis, Michelle Louise James Jan 2025

Staff Education Project Assessing Pediatric Sepsis, Michelle Louise James

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Pediatric sepsis is a leading cause of death globally, affecting over 25 million children annually. In the United States, it results in over 75,000 inpatient admissions and approximately 3.4 million deaths each year. Evidence from multiple studies supported the existing recommendations for early recognition and management of pediatric sepsis, emphasizing that comprehensive vital sign assessments, clinical practice guidelines, standardized protocols, and continuous monitoring align to improve patient outcomes. Three clinical experts reviewed the evidence-based educational program developed for this project. Nineteen participants completed a pre- and post-education program survey assessing their knowledge and perceived competence in early recognition and assessment …


Human Resource Managers’ Perceptions Of Vocational Readiness Among Post-Secondary School Students In Antigua, Renee J. Smith Jan 2025

Human Resource Managers’ Perceptions Of Vocational Readiness Among Post-Secondary School Students In Antigua, Renee J. Smith

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Vocational readiness for the global workforce requires the development of both academic and nonacademic skills. Antiguan education has focused primarily on the teaching of academic skills. Grounded in Holland’s theory of career choice and Wigfield and Eccles’s interpretation of expectancy-value theory, the purpose of this generic qualitative study was to explore perceptions of Human Resource Managers (HRMs) in Antigua on the vocational readiness of post-secondary school graduates. Research questions asked about the perceptions of HRMs in Antigua regarding the vocational readiness of post-secondary school graduates, offerings of tertiary institutions to address the vocational readiness of their students, and the type/quality …


Effect Of Mental Distress And Functional Impairment On Mental Health Service Use By Filipino Americans In California, Marieann R. Brill Jan 2025

Effect Of Mental Distress And Functional Impairment On Mental Health Service Use By Filipino Americans In California, Marieann R. Brill

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Mental health conditions are a significant global public health issue. Research shows that while Filipino Americans frequently experience mental distress and functional impairment, they are hesitant to use mental health services. In this quantitative study, the association between mental distress and functional impairment on mental health service utilization of prescription medication use, visits to primary care providers, and visits to mental health professionals was explored in adult Filipino Americans residing in California. Control variables included age, gender, marital status, education, employment, and income. This study was based on Andersen's behavioral model of healthcare use. Secondary data from the 2021-2022 California …


Improving Staff Knowledge Regarding Culturally Competent Care And Implicit Bias, Angela Woodfaulk-Trent Jan 2025

Improving Staff Knowledge Regarding Culturally Competent Care And Implicit Bias, Angela Woodfaulk-Trent

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Mental health staff in the project site outpatient office lacked knowledge of cultural competence and the risk for implicit biases. This staff education project was implemented to improve their knowledge related to cultural competence and implicit bias in an outpatient mental health setting. Nursing theories and frameworks are imperative for bettering the health outcomes of diverse patient populations, and the nursing theory that informed this project was Leininger’s transcultural nursing framework. This Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) project addressed staff knowledge regarding cultural competence specifically implicit bias towards diverse mental health populations in an outpatient setting. The project was designed …


Staff Education To Improve Knowledge Regarding Fall Prevention In Long-Term Care, Molly Salmonsen Jan 2025

Staff Education To Improve Knowledge Regarding Fall Prevention In Long-Term Care, Molly Salmonsen

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Falls in residents at long-term care facilities result in increased hospitalizations and healthcare-associated costs, as well as increased morbidity and mortality, which can significantly decrease quality of life. To help prevent falls for long-term care residents, nurses must be knowledgeable regarding fall risk precautions and fall safety as these are the first-line defenses in fall prevention. This doctoral staff education project focused on improving fall-risk reduction and prevention education in nurses of a 125-bed long-term care facility and aimed to answer the practice-focused question: Does implementation of a standardized education program related to fall-risk reduction in the elderly increase nurse’s …


Teachers' Perspectives Of Mandated Health Education Curriculum Goals In Grades K-3, Ashley Baker Jan 2025

Teachers' Perspectives Of Mandated Health Education Curriculum Goals In Grades K-3, Ashley Baker

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

This study addressed the challenges faced by many Grades K–3 teachers in north central Georgia in consistently implementing mandated health education curriculum goals (Villegas et al., 2021). The purpose of this basic qualitative study was to explore teachers’ perspectives on the barriers to consistent health education delivery in elementary schools. The study was guided by the concerns-based adoption model, which provided a framework for understanding how teachers navigate changes in curriculum and instruction. The key research questions focused on identifying the specific challenges teachers encounter in implementing health education and their perceived needs for support. Semi structured interviews were conducted …


Staff Education To Improve Knowledge Regarding Fall Prevention In Long-Term Care, Molly Salmonsen Jan 2025

Staff Education To Improve Knowledge Regarding Fall Prevention In Long-Term Care, Molly Salmonsen

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Falls in residents at long-term care facilities result in increased hospitalizations and healthcare-associated costs, as well as increased morbidity and mortality, which can significantly decrease quality of life. To help prevent falls for long-term care residents, nurses must be knowledgeable regarding fall risk precautions and fall safety as these are the first-line defenses in fall prevention. This doctoral staff education project focused on improving fall-risk reduction and prevention education in nurses of a 125-bed long-term care facility and aimed to answer the practice-focused question: Does implementation of a standardized education program related to fall-risk reduction in the elderly increase nurse’s …


Leadership Implications Of Exploring Educator Perceptions About The Use Of Pbis And Cultural Responsiveness To Promote Equitable Discipline Practices For Black Students, Onika L. Stjames Jan 2025

Leadership Implications Of Exploring Educator Perceptions About The Use Of Pbis And Cultural Responsiveness To Promote Equitable Discipline Practices For Black Students, Onika L. Stjames

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

School leaders and educators face challenges administering discipline equitably in school environments comprised of diverse student populations due to teachers’ potential inherent biases and lack of understanding and training about cultural responsiveness. To increase equity and reduce the disproportionality of discipline referrals issued to Black students, principals and assistant principals, district leaders, and other stakeholders need to acquire more knowledge about culturally responsive practices. The purpose of this basic qualitative study was to explore educator perceptions about the use of positive behavior interventions and supports (PBIS) and cultural responsiveness to reduce the disproportionality of discipline referrals issued to Black students …


Successful Strategies To Operate Profitably In Bottom Of The Pyramid Markets, Oluwasoromidayo George Jan 2025

Successful Strategies To Operate Profitably In Bottom Of The Pyramid Markets, Oluwasoromidayo George

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

In 2022, 133 million Nigerians were at the bottom of the pyramid (BOP), representing a large yet challenging market segment. Business leaders in the Nigerian fast moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry must develop strategies to operate profitably in this low income market to sustain their businesses and capture significant growth opportunities. Grounded in Prahalad’s BOP conceptual framework, the purpose of this qualitative multiple case study was to explore how four Nigerian FMCG leaders developed and implemented successful strategies to operate profitably in BOP countries. Data were collected through semistructured interviews and from company website documents. Using data triangulation and thematic …


Successful Strategies To Operate Profitably In Bottom Of The Pyramid Markets, Oluwasoromidayo George Jan 2025

Successful Strategies To Operate Profitably In Bottom Of The Pyramid Markets, Oluwasoromidayo George

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

In 2022, 133 million Nigerians were at the bottom of the pyramid (BOP), representing a large yet challenging market segment. Business leaders in the Nigerian fast moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry must develop strategies to operate profitably in this low income market to sustain their businesses and capture significant growth opportunities. Grounded in Prahalad’s BOP conceptual framework, the purpose of this qualitative multiple case study was to explore how four Nigerian FMCG leaders developed and implemented successful strategies to operate profitably in BOP countries. Data were collected through semistructured interviews and from company website documents. Using data triangulation and thematic …


Navigating The Burnout Crisis: Its Influence On Clinical Relationships And Treatment Efficacy, Jeremiah James Cleland Jan 2025

Navigating The Burnout Crisis: Its Influence On Clinical Relationships And Treatment Efficacy, Jeremiah James Cleland

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

A nonprofit behavioral health organization (XYZ) has experienced challenges related to staff burnout and high turnover rates. To evaluate and address these challenges, this research study explored the complex relationship between XYZ organizational leadership, workforce engagement, and employee retention. The study focuses on understanding how effective leadership, supportive supervision, and career development strategies can mitigate burnout, thus reducing turnover rates. Using the Baldrige Performance Framework, the study critically evaluated the role of leadership in fostering an environment that promotes staff well-being and operational excellence. Data were collected through interviews with employees and behavioral health leaders, offering insights into real-world challenges …


Leadership Implications Of Exploring Educator Perceptions About The Use Of Pbis And Cultural Responsiveness To Promote Equitable Discipline Practices For Black Students, Onika L. Stjames Jan 2025

Leadership Implications Of Exploring Educator Perceptions About The Use Of Pbis And Cultural Responsiveness To Promote Equitable Discipline Practices For Black Students, Onika L. Stjames

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

School leaders and educators face challenges administering discipline equitably in school environments comprised of diverse student populations due to teachers’ potential inherent biases and lack of understanding and training about cultural responsiveness. To increase equity and reduce the disproportionality of discipline referrals issued to Black students, principals and assistant principals, district leaders, and other stakeholders need to acquire more knowledge about culturally responsive practices. The purpose of this basic qualitative study was to explore educator perceptions about the use of positive behavior interventions and supports (PBIS) and cultural responsiveness to reduce the disproportionality of discipline referrals issued to Black students …


Effect Of Mental Distress And Functional Impairment On Mental Health Service Use By Filipino Americans In California, Marieann R. Brill Jan 2025

Effect Of Mental Distress And Functional Impairment On Mental Health Service Use By Filipino Americans In California, Marieann R. Brill

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Mental health conditions are a significant global public health issue. Research shows that while Filipino Americans frequently experience mental distress and functional impairment, they are hesitant to use mental health services. In this quantitative study, the association between mental distress and functional impairment on mental health service utilization of prescription medication use, visits to primary care providers, and visits to mental health professionals was explored in adult Filipino Americans residing in California. Control variables included age, gender, marital status, education, employment, and income. This study was based on Andersen's behavioral model of healthcare use. Secondary data from the 2021-2022 California …