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(De)Politicizing The Environment: Scenes From The Arab Context, Dr. Mai Mogib Mosad M

Future Journal of Social Science

The world wars-with their different types- had contributed to the launch of many research fields that focused on war and peace studies. However, by the end of the Cold War, attention has been transformed to focus on civil wars, peace reconstruction processes, and human security, to find an answer to whether the scarcity of resources will increase the risk of conflict. Since then, the environment has become a fundamental issue in international politics and has even turned to a source of attraction for the field of international relations. Politicizing and De-politicizing the environment has gained more concern in recent years …

An Exploration Of How Education Stakeholders Perceive The Implications Of Grade Repetition In Secondary Education In Western Uganda: A Qualitative Multiple-Case Study, Patrick Tumwine

Theses & Dissertations

Grade repetition is one of the bottlenecks to Uganda’s vision of producing skilled human capital to transform the nation’s status from peasant to middle class. This study explored how education stakeholders perceived the implication of students’ grade repetition at a secondary school level. I employed a qualitative approach with an embedded multiple-case study design, through which cross-case synthesis on each school’s perspective revealed similarities and differences in understanding grade repetition at a secondary school level. Individualism-collectivism theory guided the study, to understand how students realized educational expectations through an interplay of educational and cultural influence on a school’s instructional process. …

Examining The Relationship Between Textbook Formats, Students’ Self-Efficacy And Academic Performance In Higher Education, Anthony Eya

Dissertations

Ideally, educators would have sufficient data to understand how textbook formats (Ebook and Pbook) can transform negative student behaviors resulting from low self-efficacy to improve their academic performance (Alegre, 2014; Masa’deh et al., 2022). The problem driving this study is the lack of empirical data on the relationship between textbook format, student self-efficacy, academic performance, and behavioral factors that undermine student success in a self-regulated learning environment (Masa’deh et al., 2022). Also, there is a need for data that could inform strategies for solutions to poor student self-efficacy regarding textbook type and low academic performance (Alegre, 2014). This study used …

Anchoring Athlete Safety: A Case Study Of The Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies Of Usa Gymnastics, Daniel Ray Raney

Experience Industry Management

In response to the unprecedented scrutiny following the Larry Nassar case, USA Gymnastics initiated comprehensive policy reforms aimed at strengthening the safeguarding framework for its minor athletes. The purpose of this study was to examine the organization's current minor athlete abuse prevention policies and evaluate their effectiveness. A case study was conducted on USA Gymnastics through a tool created by the researcher with data collected from USA Gymnastics Safe Sport Policy, the US Center for Safe Sport, and USA Gymnastics governing structure. While USA Gymnastics has created a formidable policy to protect its minor athletes, significant gaps still remain. The …

Texas Institute For The Preservation Of History And Culture Newsletter - December 2024, Texas Institute For The Preservation Of History And Culture

Newsletter Collections

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Indiana School Teachers’ Self-Efficacy Perceptions In The Areas Of Clear And High Expectations, Collaborative Inquiry, And Feedback, Jacinda Smith

All-Inclusive List of Electronic Theses and Dissertations

This study examined Indiana public school educators' perceptions of self-efficacy in three instructional practices: setting clear and high expectations, fostering collaborative inquiry, and providing feedback. Using a quantitative approach, it explored whether these perceptions varied by teaching experience (0–5, 6–15, 16+ years), school location (urban, rural, suburban), grade level (PK–2, Intermediate 3–5, Middle School 6–8, High School 9–12), and socioeconomic status of the student population (0–25%, 26–50%, 51–75%, 76%+). Findings revealed significant differences, with veteran teachers and those in rural schools reporting higher efficacy levels than peers in urban settings or with fewer years of experience. These results suggest the …

The Nurse Faculty Compassion Instrument: A Methodological Study, Nancy Pritchard

Dissertations

As nursing shortages rise, nursing faculty have the important responsibility of increasing the number of nursing school graduates that enter the nursing profession. Unfortunately, attrition and retention continue to prevent nursing students from graduating on time or at all. Nursing faculty compassion has been identified as one important factor that could decrease nursing student attrition and increase nursing student retention and program completion. Compassion is a concept built upon the constructs of forming connections, empathetic behaviors, student suffering and faculty recognition of needs, and alleviation of suffering. No existing instruments measure all of these constructs. Some existing tools that measure …

Analyzing Trauma-Informed Courtrooms In A Midwestern State Of The United States: Comparisons Between Rural And Urban Jurisdictions, April Terry, Ziwei Qi

Criminal Justice Faculty Publications

This study investigates the implementation of trauma-informed practices in various court settings, including juvenile and adult courtrooms, as well as specialized cases in areas such as family courts, domestic reconciliation, protection orders, and child in need of care (CINC) cases, within a single Midwestern state in the United States. The study targeted one rural and one urban judicial district. The authors sought to assess if, and how these practices are utilized to create an environment and workplace that fosters a needs-based, survivor-centered, resilience-building courtroom. Drawing from a holistic perspective on trauma and survivor-centered practices, this study utilized a mixed-methods approach, …

The Role Of Mentorship In Teachers' Intent To Persist In P-12 Public Education, Collins Robinson

Dissertations

Soaring attrition rates among teachers in public education have led researchers to attempt to obtain more insight into teaching intent to persist in American, public P12 education. Mississippi schools are allowed to join the MDE Division of Educator Effectiveness. This single division focuses on enhancing specific areas: “Mentoring and Induction programs, Mississippi Professional Growth system, Mississippi Teacher Residency, and Recognition Programs.” (Steen, 2024). The purpose of the study was to determine if there exists a statistically significant relationship between Mississippi public education teachers’ mentorship experience, mentorship effectiveness, and intent to persist. Secondly, this study was expected to determine to what …

Effectiveness Of Lavender Supplementation In Treating The Most Common Mental Health Conditions In Primary Care Settings: A Narrative Review, Taylor Irwin, Heather Justice, Kara Roman, Sophie Tajadod, Carilyn Ellis, Kristy Asbell, Jason Brumitt

Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc)

Primary care providers (PCPs) are increasingly challenged to meet the rising demand for psychiatric care in the United States (U.S.). 1,2 More patients are seeking mental health care from their PCP than ever before. The number of visits for mental health concerns increased by 50% from 11% of all visits in 2006 to approximately 16% of all visits in 2018. 1 Many patients are opting to seek treatment exclusively from PCPs rather than from psychiatric providers. 1 Several factors contribute to this trend, including a shortage of mental health care providers, limited insurance coverage for psychiatric services, and potential reluctance …

Review Of Depression Management In Cardiovascular Disease, Kelsey Pangelinan, Kristy Asbell, Erika Mccarthy

Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc)

Introduction

Depression and cardiovascular disease (CVD) are closely interrelated, with depressive symptoms significantly more common in patients with heart disease than in the general population. Several studies have shown that between one-fifth to one-third of patients with severe acute coronary disease exhibit depressive signs, while around 10% meet the standards for major depressive disorder. This heightened occurrence of depression among ACS patients correlates with unfavorable cardiovascular outcomes, an amplified probability of recurrent heart events, and escalating healthcare costs.¹ Despite its acknowledged sway on cardiovascular health, depression often goes undiagnosed and untreated in this group. According to the World Health …

The Effect Of Gratitude On The Mental Health Of Healthcare Workers As Measured By Burnout And Depression, Haley S. Fujimori, Erika Mccarthy, Erika Barber, Jay Jamieson, Jason Brumitt

Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc)

Practicing gratitude has been shown to have a positive effect on both the mental and physical health of the general population and, thus, has been proposed as a means to improve the mental health of HCWs.Practicing gratitude can be defined as appreciating the things one has in life. Self-reflecting on things one is grateful for, listing good things that occurred throughout one’s day, journaling work events one is grateful for, and writing letters to thank someone are ways in which gratitude may be practiced. Existing research suggests that practicing gratitude is associated with improved sleep, blood pressure, and glycemic control, …

The Effect Of Aerobic Exercise On Reducing Drug Craving And Preventing Recurrence Of Methamphetamine Use Disorder, Sydney Skutt, Carilyn Ellis, Daniel Sanders, Jason Brumitt

Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc)

Methamphetamine (MA) is a derivative of amphetamine that is highly addictive and toxic. It is classified as a Schedule II stimulant under the Controlled Substances Act and has limited medical use for treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and high potential for abuse as a recreational drug. Prior to the 2000s, methamphetamine was derived from ephedrine or pseudoephedrine, a common ingredient in cold medicine, which became controlled in 2005 to combat the methamphetamine epidemic. Current methamphetamine is derived from phenyl-2-propanone, a chemical whose use is regulated for other uses, such as racing fuel, gold mining, perfume, and photography, fundamentally changing …

Community Connections, December 2024, Fitz Center For Leadership In Community, University Of Dayton

Newsletter: Community Connections

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The Fuel Of Social Change: Native Activism In The 1960s And 1970s And The Development Of Native American Studies, Hannah Muehlschlegel

HS 390 Primary Research Papers

During the 1960s and 1970s, the United States experienced a rise in social activism which subsequently sparked progressive political movements. In the midst of this social atmosphere, the Native American community advocated for rights and visibility for the Indigenous populations and were active participants in many other social movements of the time. This paper uses Northern Michigan University’s archives to explore how the influx of progressive social movements created an atmosphere for Native American activism to grow and henceforth contributed to the development of Native American Studies programs as an academic pursuit across the country. Archival research reveals how the …

Italians, Finns, Methodists, And The Klan: A Look Into The Complex Identities And Relationships That Were Prominent In The Upper Peninsula During The 1920s, Piper R. Kraft

HS 390 Primary Research Papers

This essay focuses on the Upper Peninsula of Michigan in the 1920s and the resurgence of the Ku Klux Klan. Using interviews from the Italian Oral History Collection, this essay explores the relationship between Italians, Finns, and the KKK. Rather than focusing on labor relations, this essay explores how these groups saw exogamy, the value placed on maintaining one’s religious connection and perceived racial identity. This research touches on the intersectionality of racialized ethnicity, religion, and class, concluding that the predominantly Methodist KKK would be more open to relationships, both personal and professional, with Finnish immigrants, even though they do …

Examining The Impact Of Workplace Diversity, Equity, And Inclusion Programs On Marginalized Groups: A Focus On Lgbtqia Employees, Lisa Garcia Rodriguez

Theses & Dissertations

Research Focus. The research aims to understand the experience of LGBTQIA individuals in the workplace and identify strategies for promoting their inclusion. The study will draw on prior research and best practices for promoting the inclusion of individuals in the workplace to contribute to the development of more inclusive work environments that benefit both employees and organizations. Examining the impact of workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) on marginalized groups, the question to be answered is: What are the impacts of diversity, equity, and inclusion DEI initiatives in the workplace, and how can organizations create more equitable and inclusive environments? …

Assistive Technologies For Internet Navigation: A Review Of Screen Reader Solutions For The Blind And Visually Impaired, Juan Nino, Sherezada Ochoa, Jocelyne Kiss, Geoffreyjen Edwards, Ernesto Morales, James Hutson, Frédérique Poncet, Walter Wittich

Faculty Scholarship

The internet is a critical resource for individuals with visual impairments (VI), including those with low vision or blindness, enabling access to information and fostering independent participation in society. However, despite advancements in screen reader software, challenges persist in navigating complex and dynamic web content. This narrative review evaluates Assistive Technologies (AT), which enhance internet navigation for VI screen reader users, focusing on design strategies and usability outcomes. A systematic search across the ACM Digital Library, IEEE Xplore, JSTOR, and ScienceDirect identified 698 studies, of which 33 met the inclusion criteria, encompassing 502 participants. Key themes were extracted from bibliographic …

Symptom Scale For Anxiety And Depression Disorders (Estad): Psychometric Properties And Sociodemographic Profile In Peruvian University Students, Nicolás Valle-Palomino, Danae De Lourdes Talledo-Sebedón, Mirtha Mercedes Fernández-Mantilla, Boris Ricardo Córdova-Cánova, Miguel Ángel Saldarriaga-Villar, María De Fátima Montero-Chuyes, Brunella Orlandini-Valle, Mariana Belén Carrera-Risco, Favio André Reyes-Quezada, Óscar Manuel Vela-Miranda

Student Scholarship

Background Anxiety and depression are two of the main psychological disorders that affect thousands of people in the world, including university students. This research is justified because it seeks to reevaluate, compare and confirm the psychometric properties and establish the sociodemographic profile of the Anxiety and Depression Disorders Symptom Scale in Peruvian university students. The main objective of this study was to determine the evidence of psychometric properties, and the sociodemographic profile, of the Symptom Scale for Anxiety and Depression Disorders in university students from the region of Piura, Peru.

Methods The sample was determined using proportional, probabilistic sampling that …

The Grateful Dead: An Imperfect Symbol Of The Hippie Movement, Vanessa Sharfe

Masters Theses & Specialist Projects

The emergence of the band, the Grateful Dead, took San Francisco by storm in the 1960s as the hippie counterculture movement increased in popularity in the United States. The Grateful Dead’s career spanned thirty years from 1965 to the passing of their lead singer, Jerry Garcia in 1995. My work will focus on the political and social context of the 1960s and 1970s because the time period was shaped by major political issues and events that influenced the ideologies of the various protest movements such the Free Speech Movement, the Civil Rights Movement, and controversial topics such as the Hell’s …

Exploring The Correlation Between Sdoh And Diabetes Distress In Latinx Adults Ages 18-75, Vanessa Delgado, Erandy Camacho, Cassandra Tagorda-Varo

MSW Capstone Conference

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Social Work Bias, Attitudes, And Knowledge: Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy, Ivy Browder, John Hansbrough Iii

MSW Capstone Conference

No abstract provided.

Diabetes Burnout Among African American And Hispanic Women, Jackelyn Santos, Kalea Robinson, Estefania Vargas

MSW Capstone Conference

No abstract provided.

Burnout And Beyond: A Study On Burnout And Compassion Fatigue Among Social Workers And Case Managers, Latoya Hale, Hung Kevin Dao Huy Dao, Brandon Mccord

MSW Capstone Conference

No abstract provided.

The Impact Of Exposure To Domestic Violence On Adults' Interpersonal Relationships, Brenda Camacho Rodriguez, Constance Maldonado

MSW Capstone Conference

No abstract provided.

Exploring The Relationship Between Adverse Childhood Experiences (Aces) And Social Determinants Of Health (Sd0h), Amiyah Thomas, Drew Buggs

MSW Capstone Conference

No abstract provided.

Preventative Care For Young Adults And The Role Of Sw Related To Birth Control And Pregnancy, Hannah Kauffman, Amy Wolf, Maria Lourdes Milare

MSW Capstone Conference

No abstract provided.

Religious And Cultural Impacts On College Students Struggling With Anxiety: A Mixed Methods Study, Gloria Luna, Katie Draper

MSW Capstone Conference

This study examines how religious and cultural factors influence the ways in which college students manage anxiety and distress, highlighting how religious beliefs can both comfort and, in some cases, contribute to distress. Through qualitative interviews, we found that students with a strong connection to their faith generally experienced lower levels of anxiety, often finding relief through prayer and other spiritual practices. In contrast, students who struggled to practice their beliefs reported higher anxiety, emphasizing the complex relationship between spirituality and mental health. We also explored the role of culture, noting that cultural backgrounds often intersect with religious practices, shaping …

Loss And Grief Effect On Opioid Use Disorder, Kaycie Allen, Arleen Lopez

MSW Capstone Conference

No abstract provided.

Mental Health Providers' Perceived Barriers To Mental Health Services Amongst The Latino Community, Nancy Valdovinos, Amanda Thomazin

MSW Capstone Conference

No abstract provided.