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The Influence Of Perceived Social Support On Mental Health During Injury In Female Gaa Athletes., Clodagh M. O’Connor, Samantha Glynn Kelly

SURE Journal: Science Undergraduate Research Experience Journal

Injury recovery in sport involves not only physical rehabilitation but also significant psychological challenges, particularly for female athletes in amateur and elite environments. This study aimed to explore the perceived social support received by injured female Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) athletes and the effect it had on their mental health during injury. A qualitative research design was employed to gain an in-depth understanding of the experiences of injured female athletes. Data were collected through semi-structured, one-on-one interviews, allowing for open-ended responses and the exploration of individual perspectives. The sample consisted of 10 female athletes aged between 18 and 32 years, …

Advancing Skin Cancer Diagnostics: A Comparative Analysis Of Convolutional Neural Network Models For Skin Lesion Classification, Jesse Osuji, Tania Malik

SURE Journal: Science Undergraduate Research Experience Journal

For many years, skin cancer diagnosis and cancer research have been major focal points in the healthcare sector. Accurate classification of different types of skin lesions, including cancerous ones, is essential for proper diagnostics. Many machine learning (ML) techniques and models are used to solve various problems across various domains. One of such techniques is called neural networks. Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs) are primarily used in computer vision-based problems, allowing computer systems to process and understand images. CNNs offer a potential tool for diagnosing skin lesions from images, occasionally demonstrating superior accuracy compared to trained dermatologists. This project explores various …

Developing A Tool To Measure Resistance To Sustainable Food Choices: A Pilot Study In Ireland And The Netherlands, Kate Flanagan, Bart Sinteur, Patricia J. Bulsing, John M. Kearney

SURE Journal: Science Undergraduate Research Experience Journal

Consumer uptake of a sustainable diet is critical for addressing environmental challenges and promoting public health. Understanding why consumers resist adopting sustainable eating habits can inform targeted interventions and policies. This pilot study examines whether a newly developed scale can effectively detect consumer resistance to a sustainable diet. Currently, there is a lack of research on a tool to measure consumer resistance to a sustainable diet, highlighting the need for a reliable instrument.

The aim of this study is to develop a scale, based on existing literature, to measure consumer resistance to a sustainable diet. Additionally, the study aims to …

Editorial-Sure Journal Volume 7, Issue 2, Geraldine M. Dowling, Eva Campion, Sinead Loughran, Ariane Perez-Gavilan, Josephine Treacy

SURE Journal: Science Undergraduate Research Experience Journal

No abstract provided.

"You Can," Song Lyrics, Undated, Bill Gessner

Bill Gessner Song Lyrics and Poems

Lyrics for "You Can" by Bill Gessner. The song is about Gessner singing to an unnamed loved one about how they can depend on him. The first and third page contain the draft version of the lyrics versus the version found in the recording. The second page sheet contains lyrics for an entirely different song known as "Read All About It," which tells a story about the ups and downs of fame, and being written about in a newspaper. The first sheet also lists the guitar chords played during the original song.

Innocent Until Proven Guilty, Disenfranchised All The Same: Hidden Voter Suppression Within American Jails, Kennedy Hill

Arkansas Law Review

Jails throughout the United States hold thousands of legally eligible voters who have not been convicted of a crime While those convicted of felonies are often statutorily disenfranchised, pretrial detainees retain their civil rights—including the right to vote. In theory, this should guarantee them a voice. In practice, pretrial detention operates like a legal disqualification. Without meaningful enforcement mechanisms, the right to vote becomes hollow.

This Comment argues that implementing a national standard based on the proactive policies of Massachusetts and Nevada will ensure accessible voting for pretrial detainees. To build that argument, this Comment first explores the low level …

The Illusory Privilege Against Self-Incrimination, Kelsey Rohr

Arkansas Law Review

This Note addresses the insufficiency of the current system in protecting criminal defendants’ privilege against self-incrimination. Part II will outline the background legal principles of the issue, including the privilege against self-incrimination, the presumption of innocence, and the no-impeachment rule. This part will also address the Supreme Court’s sole judicial exception to the no-impeachment rule as laid out in Peña-Rodriguez v. Colorado. Part III will address the statistical significance of juror bias against criminal defendants who invoke the privilege, highlight the widespread nature of the bias, and argue that the procedural safeguards currently in place are insufficient to protect.

Workplace Retaliation And The Intersection Of Protected Conduct And Job Performance, Chris M. Schmidt

Arkansas Law Review

A host of statutory schemes seek to ensure equal employment opportunities in the United States by eradicating workplace discrimination (“EEO laws”). Consider two foundational pillars necessary for these EEO laws to strike the desired balance between individual rights and workplace efficiency. First, employees require robust protection from retaliation if they engage in protected conduct—for example, by reporting perceived discrimination. Second, employers can—and ideally, should—make employment decisions based on how an employee performs the job.

The interests in robust protection and performance-based decision-making serve the purposes of our EEO laws and are well-established. Rarely do they conflict (to the contrary, they …

Conservatorship: An Enabler Of Involuntary Servitude, Jesse Long

Arkansas Law Review

What happens when the conflict of interest relates to the conservatee’s substantial talents and their potential earnings? In this circumstance, a conservator has a perverse incentive to profit off of and coerce their conservatee into labor which serves to benefit the conservator—a kind of involuntary servitude that would seem to implicate the plain text of the Thirteenth Amendment of the United States Constitution.

This Note proceeds in three parts. Part I describes the history of conservatorships, why they were created, and the problematic issues that have arisen from the conservatorship system. Part II analyzes how the lack of meaningful judicial …

The Kids Aren’T Alright, Amy B. Levin

Arkansas Law Review

It is not new that students struggle in law school. Research has shown for decades that, while students generally begin law school with healthy well-being, the competitive nature of law school combined with the stress of the Bar and securing post-Bar employment causes increased anxiety, depression, isolation, and related symptoms among students, especially women and underrepresented groups. What is new is the sheer number of law students struggling with serious mental health challenges today—a number that has reached crisis proportions.

This Article is divided into four parts. In Part I, I explore the mental health landscape for high school, college, …

Arkansas Law Review - Volume 78 Issue 3, Journal Editors

Arkansas Law Review

No abstract provided.

“We Talked About Straight People Sex”: The Health Education Experiences Of Queer And Trans Youth In Utah, Sonny Partola

Journal of Multicultural Affairs

This article explores how Utah’s health education curriculum shapes the experiences of queer and trans youth. Drawing on critical ethnography conducted at an urban public high school, the study foregrounds the voices of six queer and trans students. Findings reveal that abstinence-focused and heteronormative curricula render these youth invisible, exclude critical information on queer, trans, and intersex health, and compromise students’ well-being. Participants described feelings of discomfort, irrelevance, and pressure to act as informal educators for peers. Their accounts highlight the urgent need for queerly responsive health education that affirms diverse identities, normalizes inclusion, and provides accurate, relevant information. Such …

(In)Consequential Rhetoric: Grading Policy And Values Misalignment At First-Generation-Serving Community Colleges, Sarah N. Seiffert

Journal of Multicultural Affairs

Research indicates that first-generation (FG) students face a number of barriers to success in higher education when compared to their continuing-generation peers. Although many institutions serving a large number of FG students have implemented programs to support this population, little attention has been paid to institutional grading policies that reinforce harmful practices by attempting to standardize assessment while perpetuating inequalities. This study uses document analysis and critical policy analysis to examine the alignment between the grading policies and institutional values of 25 community colleges serving high FG student populations. Findings reveal critical tensions between the stated values of these colleges …

Culturally Sustaining Literacy Practices: Insights From Pre-Service Educators, Patricia E. Lane

Journal of Multicultural Affairs

The research question for this paper is: How does the tenet culturally sustaining pedagogy of the Integrated Teacher Education Program bridge and/or buffer pre-service teachers’ literacy experiences? Through the use of a case study, the researcher examines Integrated Teacher Education Program (ITEP) pre-service educators’ experiences incorporating culturally sustaining pedagogy into the literacy classroom, while also investigating whether these practices serve to bridge and/or buffer pre-service teachers’ experiences (Honig & Hatch, 2004).

An Accountability Myth: A Critical Analysis On High-Stakes Testing In U.S. Schools, Noelle E. Haskell

Journal of Multicultural Affairs

High-stakes testing has become synonymous with the United States (U.S.) education system. This began in the early 1900’s through the form of intelligence testing which was developed by several U.S. psychologists. Since then, high-stakes testing has taken on many forms. Popular policies such as No Child Left Behind (NCLB), Race to the Top, and the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) have all taken aim at increasing academic achievement and holding schools accountable through high-stakes, standardized tests. Even through its varying forms, high-stakes tests have continued to perpetuate inequalities. Considering this, the current study examines how the rhetoric used in describing …

“A Bright Spot Of Community”: Finding Joy And Creating Connections In A Landscape Of Crises, Silvia Knighten

Culture, Society, and Praxis

In this dissertation, I examine the Sofa Singers, an online choir formed at the start of the pandemic. Through twice-weekly meetings over Zoom and daily interactions on a private Facebook group, individuals actively work to create their community. Using sensory engagement, technological materials, and monetary fees, participants in the community come to understand their place through affective memories and social relationships. From inside the community, members are able to make sense of the multiple crises they are experiencing; as elderly and retired, my interlocutors struggle to feel included in a space and time built to exclude them. The constancy of …

#Diydiabetes: Type One Diabetes, Stigma, And Control In Digital Networks Of Diy Looping, Sophia M. Shelley

Culture, Society, and Praxis

The general public’s awareness of type one diabetes is often lacking and filled with misinformation that can lead to stigma around the disability. Often type one diabetics have to fend for themselves through the means of “DIY diabetes.” The delay in technological innovations and the slow approval rate of Health Canada, compared to the US Food and Drug Administration, makes improving the lives of those with diabetes much more challenging. The self-management of the disability enables diabetics to take agency of their treatment plan and is the primary reason for DIY diabetes. The main reason for this research is to …

Global Prevalence Of Hyperhomocysteinemia Among Adults With Hypertension: A Narrative Review, Wangkheimayum Ashalata Devi Phd Scholar, Dr. Melita Sheilini Associate Professor, Dr. Rinchen Doma Bhutia Assistant Professor, Corresponding Author: Dr.Melita Sheilini, Associate Professor,Department Of Medical-Surgical Nursing, Manipal College Of Nursing, Manipal Academy Of Higher Education, Manipal, Udupi District, Karnataka, India.Contact Number- 8095976561. Email Id: [email protected]

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Background: Elevated blood homocysteine (Hcy) levels are a hallmark of hyperhomocysteinemia (HHcy), a metabolic disorder that is known to be a risk factor for cardiovascular illnesses. It greatly raises the risk of vascular problems when combined with hypertension (HTN). However, there are few statistics on the prevalence of HHcy in individuals with HTN. Objective: The present review aims to estimate the global prevalence of HHcy among adults with HTN and to highlight regional disparities, associated risk factors, and implications for clinical practice. Method: The comprehensive literature search was conducted using the PubMed and Google Scholar search engines. Studies published in …

Interventions To Promote Menstrual Health Among Adolescents In Lmic’S: Protocol For A Systematic Review, Precilla Dsilva, Sudhir Prabhu Dr, Prajna Kumari Dr, Baby S. Nayak Dr, Judith Noronha Dr

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Background: Menarche brings out significant change in each girl’s life. Coping with the discomforts and adopting the body changes becomes a biggest challenge for every teen. Cost effective non pharmacological interventions will help to bring about improvement in the general wellbeing and quality of life in each adolescents life.

Objective: This review aims to determine the different menstrual interventions adopted by adolescent girls residing in Low and Middle Income Countries (LMIC’s). The Review question will be :What interventions are currently available, and how do they contribute in promoting menstrual health among adolescents from LMICs

Methods: This review will include …

Effectiveness Of Mobile Health Interventions On Cardiovascular Health Among Young Adults – A Systematic Review Protocol, Charlet Jasmine Vaz Mrs, Melita Sheilini Dr, Linu Sara George Dr, Edlin Glane Mathias Dr, Vani Lakshmi R Dr

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

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Introduction: Globally, cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) continue to be the primary cause of death and healthcare costs despite significant advancements in treatment effectiveness. The majority of deaths related to CVDs are highly common in countries with middle and low incomes. Objective: To determine the effectiveness of mobile health interventions on cardiovascular health among young adults. Method: A Search will be conducted using PICO format. Primary studies will be searched through electronic databases: Scopus, PubMed (MEDLINE), Web of Science, ProQuest, Embase and CINAHL(Ebsco). The review will only include studies conducted between January 2010 to July 2024 in English. Two authors will …

Yoga And Breathing Techniques For Fear Of Childbirth (Foc) And Quality Of Sleep Among Antenatal Women During Pregnancy – A Systematic Review Protocol, Anjana Sharma, Sonia R B D’Souza Dr., Shripad Hebbar Dr., Govardhan Reddy G Dr.

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

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Objectives: The objective of this study was to determine the effectiveness of Yoga and breathing techniques in decreasing Fear of Childbirth (FOC) and improving the quality of sleep among antenatal women. Introduction: Pregnancy, labor, and childbirth experiences for women are diverse. One of the issues faced by pregnant women is FOC, which can be stressful for mothers and their families. The global prevalence of FOC among women is 14%, while in India it is 17.7%. Fearful mothers may lack confidence in their ability to give birth, be swayed by unfavorable stories about the process, fear getting hurt during delivery, …

A Descriptive Study To Assess The Life Skills Among Adolescents In Tea Garden Of Assam., Catherine Kujur, Sandeep Kollipara, Chitra Bora

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Abilities that facilitate human to adjust with the numerous challenges of life are life skills . Adolescent is a stage of transition, where changes occur physically and psychologically and adolescents need to change and adapt towards these transitions in order to deal effectively in life. The current study focused to assess the life skills of tea garden teenagers. Descriptive research design with quantitative research approach was selected . The adolescents aged between 14 years to 17 years who had studied upto class VI were included in the study through total enumeration method with sample size 300. Socio-demographic datasheet (10 items) …

Effect Of Planned Teaching On The Necklace Method Of Natural Family Planning Among Female Students In Moodbidri, Manisha S. Poojary, Prof. Jenviv Kavitha D,Silva

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction: The necklace method is a contemporary natural family planning approach that empowers women by enhancing accessibility, addressing knowledge deficiencies, and assisting couples in effectively planning and spacing their pregnancies. Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a structured teaching program on the knowledge of the necklace method as a natural family planning method among female students. Methods: A quantitative research design with a quasi-experimental approach, utilising a one-group pre- and post-test format, was employed. The study involved 60 female students from selected degree colleges in Moodbidri. Participants were chosen using a probability stratified random sampling technique. Data …

Impact Of The Covid-19 Outbreak On The Emotional Responses And Self-Protective Behaviors Of Nursing Students., Banisha Lyngdoh Nonglait, Jyothsna Jennifer Hans, S P Sagar, Gayatri Poojari, Sanju Pant, Maria Pais Dr

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted nearly every aspect of our society. The higher education sector is no exception. Students face an increasingly unstable environment, impacting their physical and emotional health.

Objectives: The study aims to determine students' emotional responses to the impacts of the COVID-19 outbreak. It also assesses their behavior in protecting themselves from cross-contamination during this period.

Methods: A descriptive survey design was used in this study, which included 61 undergraduate students. To collect data, researchers employed socio-demographic questionnaires alongside a structured attitude survey designed to assess emotional responses and self-protective behaviors related to COVID-19. The reliability …

Evaluating The Impact Of Targeted Training On The Attitude And Knowledge Of Evangelical Pastors On Hiv In Tamil Nadu: A Pre-Test Post-Test Study, Ruth Duraiswamy Mrs

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

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Introduction: HIV/AIDS continues to be a significant global health challenge, with persistent stigma and misinformation hindering effective management, particularly within faith-based communities. Hence a study aimed to evaluate the impact of targeted training on the attitudes and knowledge of evangelical pastors in Tamil Nadu, India, regarding HIV was organized so that the pastors who are faith leaders in the Christian community can work towards removing stigma and ill treatment of HIV patients in the society. Objective: the objectives of the study were to assess the baseline knowledge and attitudes of evangelical pastors in Tamil Nadu regarding HIV, providing …

Website Transparency Of Ophthalmology Residency Programs: A Cross-Sectional Study, Aaishwariya Gulani, Sruti Sai Rachapudi, Cherie Fathy, Fasika Woreta

Journal of Academic Ophthalmology

Background: There is an increasing call for transparency in the ophthalmology residency application process. With programs shifting to virtual interviews, the availability of information regarding each program is limited to website searches, which as is, are not reflective of the programs and what they offer to potential residents.

Purpose: To assess the transparency of the residency application process through assessment of program for the period 1 November 2022 to 31 December 2022.

Methods: Four main categories of variables were studied: selection criteria, interview process, program priorities, and program requirements. Every program’s website was reviewed and the four …

A Cautionary Tale: Increasing Research In Ophthalmology Residency Applications, Stephanie C. Nguyen, Eric L. Wan, Reena A. Garg, Jay M. Lustbader

Journal of Academic Ophthalmology

The increasing emphasis on research productivity in ophthalmology residency applications reflects broader shifts in medical education and raises important questions about equity, authenticity, and holistic evaluation. As grading systems and standardized examinations move toward pass/fail formats, research has become one a principal way for applicants to distinguish themselves from other applicants. While this shift has increased scholarly output, it has also exacerbated disparities in access to mentoring, encouraged superficial research engagement, and may undermine diversity within the field. Evidence consistently shows that diversity among physicians improves patient outcomes and promotes equitable care, underscoring the need for the residency selection process …

Assessing United States Ophthalmology Departments By Faculty Academic Achievement, Jovany J. Franco, Austin T. Gregg, Jeremy N. Shapiro, Ashley K. Roth, Eric T. Strand, Dhruva Gupta, Ariane D. Kaplan

Journal of Academic Ophthalmology

Background: Reputation-based rankings of U.S. ophthalmology departments strongly influence trainee and faculty decision-making but rely heavily on subjective survey data. Objective, transparent methodologies for comparing academic achievement across departments are lacking.

Purpose: To assess U.S. ophthalmology departments using a novel, objective, standardized, and transparent system employing three measures of faculty academic achievement: National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding, lifetime Hirsch (h)-index, and journal impact factor (JIF)-weighted journal editorial board membership.

Methods: In this cross-sectional study, a list of ophthalmology residency-trained faculty was compiled for each U.S. ophthalmology department with an associated residency training program. Faculty member NIH …

Quantifying Research Productivity Among Matched Ophthalmology Applicants: Insights From The 2024 Residency Cycle, Sebastian Borges, Kara M. Cavuoto, Chris R. Alabiad

Journal of Academic Ophthalmology

Background: Matching into ophthalmology has become increasingly competitive, with the overall match rate declining from 78% in 2020 to 66% in 2024. With the transition of USMLE Step 1 to pass/fail, residency selection committees may place greater emphasis on other objective metrics, including research productivity, which appears to be growing in significance.

Purpose: To quantify the research output of matched ophthalmology applicants in 2024 and to correlate descriptive statistics for research productivity with matching into top programs.

Methods: A publicly available medical student–maintained spreadsheet was used to identify matched applicants in 2024. Data was cross-verified using SF …

Perceptions And Expectations Of Healthcare Professionals About The Roles Of Pharmacists At A Tertiary Care Hospital, Pimpiorn Punturat, Kornkaew Chanthapasa

The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Background: Pharmacy education in Thailand has shifted toward a patient-centered approach through the implementation of the 6-year Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D.) program. Despite this transition, pharmaceutical care services remain limited due to challenges such as inadequate clinical skills, communication barriers, and differing perceptions among healthcare professionals. The perceptions and expectations of healthcare professionals about pharmaceutical care have not been fully examined in a tertiary hospital in Thailand. Objective: The objective of the study was to examine and compare the perceptions and expectations of pharmacists’ role in pharmaceutical care among physicians, nurses, and pharmacists at a tertiary care …