Digital Commons Network^™

Journal Of Sociology & Social Welfare Vol. 43, No. 4 (December 2016)

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION TO THE SPECIAL ISSUE - Melinda McCormick and Yvonne A. Unrau

THE ENVIRONMENT-WITHIN-PERSON PERSPECTIVE: INTEGRATING A MINDFULNESS FRAMEWORK INTO SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE - Yvonne A. Unrau and Melinda McCormick

EVOLVING FROM AN ILLUSIONARY AND SELF DESTRUCTIVE QUEST FOR POWER TO A STATE OF EMPOWERMENT: THE CURATIVE POTENTIAL YOGA MAY HOLD AS A VEHICLE TO RECLAIMING BODILY EMPOWERMENT FOR WOMEN WITH ANOREXIA - Heather C. Pizzanello

BEING ON THE MAT: A PROCESS EVALUATION OF TRAUMA-INFORMED YOGA FOR WOMEN WITH SUBSTANCE USE DISORDERS - Amy B. Smoyer

A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW OF YOGA INTERVENTIONS IN THE INCARCERATED SETTING - …

Being On The Mat: A Process Evaluation Of Trauma-Informed Yoga For Women With Substance Use Disorders, Amy B. Smoyer

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

Yoga practice is associated with positive health outcomes, including benefits related to managing substance use disorders and trauma symptomology. However, low-income vulnerable communities have limited access to yoga. This process evaluation of a trauma-informed yoga program for women with substance use disorders demonstrates the feasibility and utility of using noncertified yoga instructors to offer a basic yoga in community-based agencies. Participants describe outcomes related to relaxation, mindfulness, and movement that are well-aligned with their recovery needs. Study findings suggest the utilization of instructors with minimal training has the potential to expand research about and access to yoga among marginalized communities.

Review Of Dreams And Nightmares: Immigration Policy, Youth, And Families. Marjorie S. Zatz And Nancy Rodriguez. Reviewed By Xiafei Wang., Xiafei Wang

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

Marjorie S. Zatz and Nancy Rodriguez, Dreams and Nightmares: Immigration Policy, Youth, and Families. University of California Press (2015), 202 pages, $85.00 (hardcover), $39.95 (paperback).

The Impact Of Writing Intensive Courses On Writing Apprehension And Academic Motivation, Jacqueline Suzanne Byrket

Graduate Theses/Dissertations

Current research in writing apprehension lacks evaluation of psychology course effectiveness in reducing this trepidation. The present study focused on three psychology courses and utilized Self-Determination Theory (SDT; Deci & Ryan, 1985, 2002) and student instructor rapport to assess changes in writing apprehension. Participants (N = 78) from three upperclass level courses completed the Basic Psychological Needs Scale (BPNS), Academic Motivation Scale (AMS), Daly-Miller Writing Apprehension Test-Revised (WAT-R), and Student Instructor Rapport Scale (SIRS-9) at the beginning and end of the semester. Even though pre-/post-test differences were non-significant for all three courses, the Experimental Psychology class exhibited the greatest decrease …

Ethics—Law And Social Work: Reconciling Conflicting Ethical Obligations Between Two Seemingly Opposing Disciplines To Create A Collaborative Law Practice, Premela Deck

Western New England Law Review

Today, mere knowledge of the law and judicial system is usually insufficient to zealously advocate for our clients. Legal disputes are rarely centered upon only legal concerns. An understanding of the importance of mental and emotional stability as well as interpersonal dynamics are frequently required in order to properly support our clients, advocate for them, and create future plans that will keep our clients out of the judicial system. As a result, many law schools offer joint degree programs embracing law and social work. In other cases, practicing attorneys and law firms enlist the help of trained professionals, many of …

Social Work In Cadereyta, Mexico: Building The Future, Kellyn Cuevas Tovar

A with Honors Projects

During spring break, 2016, the author, a student of Parkland College, Champaign, IL, traveled to her hometown, Cadereyta, Neuvo, Leon, Mexico, where she interviewed a school social worker to discuss the impact economic and cultural factors have on educational success. The visit, in addition to reflection on her personal struggles growing up disadvantaged in the United States, have reinforced her commitment to becoming a social worker and returning to Mexico.

A Team-Based Practicum Bringing Together Students Across Educational Institutions And Health Professions, Celia P. Macdonnell, George, Jayashree Nimmagadda, Samantha Brown, Kathleen Gremel

Pharmacy Practice and Clinical Research Faculty Publications

Objective. To assess student perceptions of teamwork during an interprofessional exercise and to evaluate if students could identify domestic violence through a standardized patient interview.

Design. Medical, pharmacy, nursing, physical therapy, and social work students were assigned to teams to interview and examine a patient with a “cut on the hand” later revealed a result of domestic violence. They also practiced suturing technique and developed a patient care plan. A postexercise survey was administered.

Assessment. From 70% to 94% of students surveyed agreed or strongly agreed, respectively, that their responsibilities were clear. All (100%) recognized the benefits of team-based care. …

Intensive Care In Oncology: Admission And Outcomes In Adult Patients With Cancer, Surya John

Honors Undergraduate Theses

Background: Historically, patients with cancer have been perceived as poor candidates for ICU admission. General ICU admission criteria lists cancer patients as low priority in ICU admission depriving them of the care they rightfully deserve. The purpose of this literary synthesis was to examine ICU admission criteria, risk factors, and outcomes of ICU admission in relation to hematological and solid tumor cancers and discuss ways that practitioners and nurses can educate patients with cancer and their families on appropriateness of ICU care.

Methods: A total of 768 articles were found in a literature search including all literature from 2005 to …

A Qualitative Assessment Of Preservice Teachers' Perceptions Of The At-Risk Student, Andrea M. Quintero

Honors Undergraduate Theses

The purpose of this study was to identify preservice teachers’ perceptions of the at-risk student and their perceptions toward their educational preparation to effectively teach the at-risk student. A ten-question survey was conducted to gain insight on 15 preservice teachers’ perceptions of the at-risk student. The results showed that 100% of the preservice teachers believe at-risk students could learn, but then were dissatisfied with the training that the teacher preparation program at the university has provided them. These findings suggest the importance of conducting further research on preservice teachers’ preparation programs. Preservice teachers’ ability to effectively teach the at-risk student …

Being The “First”: A Narrative Inquiry Into The Funds Of Knowledge Of First Generation College Students In Teacher Education, Jeong-Hee Kim, Amanda Morales, Rusty Earl, Sandra Avalos

Department of Teaching, Learning, and Teacher Education: Faculty Publications

This study documents the life stories of eight First Generation College (FGC) students and alumni in education. Using narrative inquiry as our methodology, we the researchers sought to better understand the lived experiences, struggles and triumphs shared through stories of three postgraduates and five current students in teacher education. With this approach, we aimed to explore what it means to be a FGC student in teacher education. FGC student narratives serve as windows of understanding into their lives—bringing to the surface evidence of their funds of knowledge and what makes them successful teacher candidates and in-service teachers. The compelling stories …

Principled Policing: Warrior Cops And Guardian Officers, Seth W. Stoughton

Faculty Publications

Policing in the United States is in crisis. Public confidence in policing is at the lowest point since the Rodney King beating. A bare majority of Americans still report confidence in the police, and an unprecedented number of people report no or very little confidence in policing. A long history of poor police/community relations in minority and low-income neighborhoods has been exacerbated by egregious acts of misconduct, some of which have been captured on video and shared on social media. Activists, politicians, and police officials themselves have called for better education and equipment, from de-escalation training to body-worn camera systems. …

The Daily Gamecock, Thursday, April 14, 2016, University Of South Carolina, Office Of Student Media

April

No abstract provided.

The Daily Gamecock, Monday, October 24, 2016, University Of South Carolina, Office Of Student Media

October

No abstract provided.

The Daily Gamecock, Thursday, September 15, 2016, University Of South Carolina, Office Of Student Media

September

No abstract provided.

The Daily Gamecock, Monday, September 12, 2016, University Of South Carolina, Office Of Student Media

September

No abstract provided.

The Daily Gamecock, Thursday, September 1, 2016, University Of South Carolina, Office Of Student Media

September

No abstract provided.

Improving Health Outcomes In Persons With Sickle Cell Disease, Lori L. Vick

MUSC Theses and Dissertations

Purpose: The purpose of this compendium is to identify strategies that influence health outcomes of persons with sickle cell disease (SCD) by investigating available pain instruments, current use of genetic testing to personalize therapies, and the associations of psychosocial characteristics with quality of life. Problem: Suboptimal care for patients with SCD is associated with non-comprehensive pain assessment instruments, limited use of available genetic tests to prescribe the potentially most effective pharmaceuticals in a personalized plan of care, and the absence of national evidence-based guidelines for the psychosocial care of this population. Approach: The research designs used were an integrative review …

What Does The Development Of An Interprofessional Education (Ipe) Program Encompass: Including Outcomes, When Implementing The Curriculum Into A Small Technical College?, Glenn M. Levicki

MUSC Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this case study was to determine what Interprofessional Education (IPE) encompasses, the outcomes of implementing IPE in college curricula, and how attainable it is to use IPE to enhance collaboration among healthcare professionals. The contemporary and correlated literature was reviewed to contribute to knowledge and solve the research dilemma that revolves around (IPE). The main areas investigated were what encompass IPE, the educational outcomes and erudition experiences of IPE students, development and implementation of IPE curriculum, and effects of IPE. The emphasis of the study was to establish what encompasses the development and implementation of IPE curriculum. …

Using Song Lyrics To Enhance Counselor Trainee Perceptions Of Their Reflective Listening Skills, Eric S. Davis, Jennifer Pereira

Educational and Psychological Studies Faculty Publications

This qualitative study explored counseling student perceptions of the use of song lyrics to practice reflective listening skills. Student perceptions included reactions to a creative technique, increased confidence in reflective skills, applicability of skills, and potential issues with this activity. Results, implications for counselor education, and future research are explored.

Composing An Aesthetics Of Performance Pedagogy, Brian Kelly, Aimee Wodda

Social Work: School of Social Work Faculty Publications and Other Works

We present a collaborative audio and video-based performance ethnography and companion essay that expands upon our experiences in a graduate-level performance ethnography seminar. Our performative text explores the potential for audio and video-based performance ethnography as an important pedagogical tool that prioritizes alternative ways of knowing that are deeply related to nondeliberative groupwork practice. Following a review of our process, we propose an aesthetics of performance pedagogy and discuss the importance of liminality in our work. Implications for practice include providing educators with critical opportunities to contribute to students’ awareness and understanding without demanding conformity to particular ways of knowing.

Group Work Camp, Brian L. Kelly, Jennie Fleming

Social Work: School of Social Work Faculty Publications and Other Works

The editorial to Vol. 26, No. 3 of Groupwork.

Being A Neurobiologically Informed Play Therapist, Rana Hong, Christie M. Mason

Social Work: School of Social Work Faculty Publications and Other Works

This article offers a foundation for becoming a neurobiologically informed play therapist. Following a discussion of the history of neurobiologically informed approaches to treatment an overview of key principles of neurobiology is provided, synthesized from publications by leaders in the field. Principles are then used to explain play therapy interventions used in client cases. Drawing on concepts from recent neurobiology, this article ends with recommendations toward becoming a more neurobiologically informed play therapist

“Their Happiness Is My Happiness”--- Chinese Visiting Grandparents Grandparenting In The Us, Mengxin(Christie) Zhu Zhu

Public Health Theses

Purpose of the study: This article focuses on Chinese visiting grandparents who come to the US to help their adult children who are in graduate school care for the grandchild/ren. The aims were to determine: 1) what motivates them to come to the US, 2) what are the challenges and supports of life in the US, and 3) the implications of their experience in the US as caregivers for their well-being.

Design and Methods: The study uses a mixed-method design. Data were collected with quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews. 35 grandparents living near Yale University, New Haven were surveyed and …

Saying No To Another Beer: Association Of Positive Age Stereotypes With Lower Prevalence Of Alcohol Use Disorder Among Baby Boomer Veterans, Sabrina Louise Consiglio

Public Health Theses

Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is a problem for older veterans. This study examines whether positive age stereotypes may be associated with lower prevalence of alcohol use disorder in this group. Prevalence estimates of demographic and military characteristics were analyzed by Alcohol Use Disorder status and age group. The cohort consisted of participants in the National Health and Resilience in Veterans Study. The Alcohol Use Disorder Identification Test, that assesses AUD DSM5 symptoms was used to measure AUD prevalence, number of symptoms, an alcohol consumption subscore, and an alcohol consequences subscore. Positive age stereotypes were associated with lower levels of all …

The Effectiveness Of Specialized Legal Counsel And Case Management Services For Indigent Offenders With Mental Illness, Jeff Bouffard, Elizabeth Berger, Gaylene Armstrong

Criminology and Criminal Justice Faculty Publications

Background: In recent years, jurisdictions have recognized the strain placed on limited existing resources by criminal offenders with mental illness who frequently cycle through local jail facilities. In response, many locales have developed and implemented specialized programs to more effectively and efficiently manage these offenders, particularly the process of assigning defense attorneys to these often indigent defendants.

Methods: The current study examined the impact of an Indigent Defense Counsel (IDC) program designed to provide specially trained defense attorneys, and enhanced case management services to 257 indigent jail inmates with a qualifying, major mental health diagnosis (e.g., major depression). These …

Northeastern Illinois University, Academic Catalog 2016-2017, Northeastern Illinois University

Course Catalogs

No abstract provided.

Sciences & Humanities - Academic History, Burgess Shriver, Roslea Johnson

Academic Program Histories

No abstract provided.

The Multilingual Times: Breaking The Language Barrier Between Journalism And Science, Harry Browne, Gessica De Angelis

Teaching and Learning in a Digital Context

This paper recounts and reflects upon the first two years of a project of transdisciplinary online collaboration involving a group of students studying journalism at Dublin Institute of Technology (DIT), who are paired one-to-one with a group studying linguistics at Trinity College Dublin. Taking as its starting point the idea that most journalism urgently needs to improve the accuracy and depth of its science coverage, and the equally urgent idea that scientists need to improve their capacity to communicate clearly to a wide public, the project has seen the students working together to produce an accessibly written blog, The Multilingual …

Uab Magazine - Spring 2016, University Of Alabama At Birmingham

UAB Magazine

No abstract provided.

Dual Degrees F.A.Q., University Of Michigan Law School

Miscellaneous Law School History & Publications

Informational booklet for pursuing dual degrees. University of Michigan Law School offers 14 dual degrees, or allows students to create their own.