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Exploring The Terminology Associated With Nurses Caring For Children And Their Families., Matt Carey, Jane Coad, Suja Somanadhan, Imelda Coyne, Sarah Neill

School of Nursing and Midwifery

Background and aim:The terms for Registered Nurses who care for the families of children and young people (CYP) differs from country to country. Nurses in the United Kingdom can register as ‘Children’s Nurses’ and ‘Pediatric Nurses’, whereas in most countries it is as ‘Registered Nurses’. Less is known about other important roles, such as family nurses and public health nurses to name a few. The aim of this study was to identify terminology and roles of nurses who care for families and their children to inform a larger research project: The ASTOUND study. Methods: An online cross-sectional survey launched between …

Maternal And Child Nutrition: Nutrition And Weight Management In Pregnancy, And Nutrition In Children Up To 5 Years-Summary Of New Nice Guidance, Shalmali Deshpande, Samantha Ross, Sharangini Rajesh, Maija Kallioninen, Kate Maslin

School of Nursing and Midwifery

No abstract provided.

Secondary Youth-Level Mechanisms Of Change In Parent Training For Anxious Youth, Jacey L Anderberg, Kelly Barry, Blake M Upshaw, Katie H Mangen, Samuel D Spencer, Andrew G Guzick, Daphne M Ayton, Amanda D Palo, Abigail E Candelari, Eric A Storch

Faculty, Staff and Students Publications

Background: Parent-focused treatments are a promising approach for addressing youth anxiety outside of traditional therapist-delivered modalities. Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE) has preliminarily demonstrated efficacy for reducing family accommodation (FA), a key treatment outcome for youth anxiety.

Objective: Since the mechanisms of SPACE remain relatively understudied, we examined youth-reported distress tolerance (DT), anxiety sensitivity (AS), and negative automatic thoughts as candidate mechanisms of SPACE using data from a previously conducted clinical trial.

Methods: In a sample of N = 68 youth (M age = 10.2; 52% male; 62% White), we examined: (a) associations among candidate mechanisms and …

Impact Of Optimal Medical Therapy In Heart Failure Certification For Hospitalists On Guideline-Directed Medical Therapy Utilization, Farhan Ishaq, Duc T Nguyen, Edward A Graviss, Ebun Ebunlomo, Arvind Bhimaraj, Nadia Fida

Faculty, Staff and Students Publications

Background: Significant gaps in guideline-directed medical therapy (GDMT) for heart failure (HF) stem from shortages of cardiologists and advanced HF providers, as well as a lack of optimal HF management knowledge among hospitalists. This study compared the impact of optimal medical therapy in HF (OMT-HF) certification on GDMT implementation and patient outcomes between an intervention group (IG) of hospitalists and a standard-of-care comparison group (SOC-CG).

Aim: To evaluate if OMT-HF has a difference in GDMT and patients in outcomes between IG and SOC-CG.

Methods: This study was implemented from November 2022 to May 2023. Hospitalized cardiology patients with HF and …

Flourishing: A Plan To Strengthen Public Legal Education And Information, The Bc Plei Ecosystem Project, Catherine Dauvergne, Aara Johnson, Shannon Srivastava

All Faculty Publications

The Public Legal Education and Information (PLEI) Sectoral Planning Project, headed by Dr. Catherine Dauvergne, K.C., was commissioned by the Law Foundation of British Columbia with the goal of making recommendations about how to improve public legal education and information in the province. The project was co-sponsored by the Law Foundation and the province’s Ministry of the Attorney General. We have come to understand this constellation of resources and organizations as the “public legal education and information ecosystem.” There is a wide array of high-quality, easily accessible, clearly written, legal information available in British Columbia. Ecosystem leaders are at the …

Genai For Merchant Category Identification, Neethu Prem, Vinay Gaonkar, Hazar Yuksel, Kavalpreet Kawatra, Siva Natarajan, Anubhav Kumar, Rupal Gakkhar, Shikhar Shukla, Anupam Chauhan

Defensive Publications Series

The present disclosure related to a system and method for merchant category identification. The method includes extracting historical data and merchant’s transactional information. The method further include detecting miscode merchant category code based on the statistical and deep learning models. Subsequently, the method include sharing list of miscoded merchants to the business.

“You Learn To Control What You Can Control”: A Mixed-Methods Examination Of Burnout In Rural Pk–12 Administrators Using The Pillar-Integration Process, Brooke Hildebrand Clubbs, Eu Gene Chin, Rollin D. Nordgren

Journal of Educational Research and Practice

Teacher burnout is a growing concern among educators and the communities they serve, due to a nationwide shortage of teachers. Burnout of principals and other school administrators, however, is relatively unexamined. This mixed-methods study of pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade (PK-12) administrators in rural Midwestern school districts found that contributors to burnout included safety concerns and student behavior, lack of resources and support, and mandatory assessments of student learning. Factors that mitigated burnout included choosing to protect personal energy, getting support from colleagues and administrators, and making a difference in students’ lives. Forty-three administrators completed a survey adapted from the Maslach …

Behavioral Change Towards Meat Consumption To Address Climate Change, Mario A. Giraldo, Jad Aljersh

CSU Journal of Sustainability and Climate Change

Although there is consensus in the need to address the causes of climate change, very little attention has been done to implementing large scale strategies to produce behavioral change in the community to reduce greenhouse emissions. We conducted a study among college students, to evaluate their behavioral change towards a plant based diet after reflecting in the environmental effect in greenhouse emissions of animal protein consumption. During a two weeks’ period participants were required to keep a diary of the food items and meat servings they consumed, and to calculate the carbon footprint of their diet. On the second week …

Analyzing Waste Flows On A College Campus: A Waste Characterization Study At California State University San Marcos, Caitlin R. Hansen

CSU Journal of Sustainability and Climate Change

The foundation of sustainability and improving a system is to first understand its components. Waste management is a vastly complex issue, with an increasing number of material types and ever-changing regulations. Sorting and processing refuse is a fundamental aspect of society that often goes unmeasured due to its complex nature. To grow sustainably, it is imperative to classify, categorize, and quantify the waste we create daily. This study builds upon existing on-campus large-scale waste audits conducted by EDCO, the California State University San Marcos (CSUSM) waste hauler, which quantifies the amount and types of waste removed from campus. However, this …

Centering Environmental Justice And Sustainability In Deij Values, Heather F. Clark, Ellie Perry

CSU Journal of Sustainability and Climate Change

In this article we articulate a framework for understanding sustainability and environmental justice as part of diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice (DEIJ) values in higher education. Examining our campus’ vision and history, we illustrate how a commitment to environmental justice is part and parcel to supporting educational equity and social justice at a model urban university. This framework highlights how ignoring environmental concerns limits our collective potentially to support DEIJ goals, and how centering sustainability concerns can strengthen DEIJ efforts in higher education. We argue that achieving social and educational justice is only possible if environmental justice is also pursued.

Quantifying Human Population Benefits From Renewable Energy Plants, Jacob D. Mcnevin, James W. Miers

CSU Journal of Sustainability and Climate Change

The implementation of renewable energy is widely recognized for its positive impact on human health and well-being. We propose methods to quantify these benefits by estimating each renewable energy plant’s impact on human mortality and climate-induced displacement. Utilizing established models (DICE, Mortality Cost of Carbon, and methods from Lenton and Xu), we calculate the avoided heat-related mortalities and loss of human climate niche attributable to avoided CO₂ emissions from renewable energy. Applying this methodology to three California clean energy projects—Morro Bay Wind Energy Area (WEA), Morro Bay Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), and American Energy Services (AES) Bellefield Solar Farm—demonstrates …

Acting On Behalf Of An Endangered Species - A Student-Led Initiative To Protect The San Joaquin Kit Fox (Vulpes Macrotis Mutica) On The Csub Campus, Antje Lauer, Sarah Alame, Brittney Beck, Lucas Hall

CSU Journal of Sustainability and Climate Change

California State University Bakersfield (CSUB) is the only campus in the U.S. that has supported an endangered canine species on its campus grounds for many decades. Deprived of its prime habitat, open grassland, the San Joaquin kit fox (SJKF) (Vulpes macrotis mutica) was able to adapt to urban areas in the San Joaquin Valley of California. The presence of an endangered species on campus grounds comes with responsibilities and requires knowledge of the Endangered Species Act (ESA). In the spring of 2023, students and faculty observed several violations of the ESA by CSUB Facilities Management due to ground disturbance and …

Brewed Hues: Sustainable Innovations In Art Supplies, Xander Yuri E. Abalos, Leov Justin V. Dalmacio, Drinnie F. Dioquino, Myco A. Lamano, Gian Lawrence R. Sontillano

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

Established in May 2024, Brewed Hues is a social enterprise dedicated to rethinking art through sustainability. It provides handcrafted coffee-paint kits made through a VOC-free production process, limiting environmental damage while fostering creativity. The brand has utilized both Instagram marketing and events, such as ABM Bazaar, to connect and create genuine engagement with conscientious consumers. Brewed Hues, situated in the arts and crafts industry, is in a growth stage, having completed its first sales and currently diversifying its offerings with culturally themed designs and planning to upcycle used coffee grounds. Brewed Hues' innovation comes in the form of repurposing organic …

Terrapiya, Rein Valerie A. Acuzar, Gabrielle D. Dingalsan, Marian Edilynne G. Lim, Vincent Andre B. Namuag, Xian Iverson A. Tan

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

Terrapiya was formed in 2024 by a team of ABM students at De La Salle University - Manila to address the lack of accessible greenery in urban spaces. Specializing in customizable miniature terrariums, Terrapiya has grown from a school project into a promising venture, currently in the early commercialization stage with successful market testing and direct sales through bazaars and social media. Its advantage lies in customizable designs, locally sourced materials, and a strong sustainability ethos. The business possesses no proprietary rights but operates as a sole proprietorship to streamline decision-making processes under Rein Acuzar. She is supported by a …

Navigating Reintegration: A Qualitative Exploration Of The Challenges And Success Factors For Women Offenders In Society, Arabella Grace Alegrid Velasquez, Beatrice Gabrielle Z. Dyquiangco, Vylet Xummer Eduardo Pimpinio, Tamachi Agnesia Varent, Lander James Luke Torres Villanueva

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

This study explores the different challenges and success factors women ex-offenders face during their reintegration into society after being incarcerated. With the help of 11 women on parole and probation in Baguio City from interviews, the researchers were able to examine their experiences and perspectives. Superordinate themes emerged, namely Reintegration Struggles and Societal Rejection, Resilience Through Support Systems, and Stigma and Social Exclusion. The results indicate the personal, societal, and structural barriers that women offenders face upon reintegration. Additionally, the successful reintegration of women offenders is influenced by both internal and external support systems, personal motivation, and spiritual guidance. A …

Uncovering Political Agendas: A Multimodal Critical Discourse Analysis Of Philippine Government Agencies’ Websites, Giulia Renee B. Singson, Justine Gabrielle L. Yu, Julia Cailean G. Dueñas, Charlaine G. Alodaga

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

The role of websites in communicating government services and updates to constituents is paramount since they can serve as dependable hubs of critical information. However, since these are government websites, there may be politics behind their visual and textual contents that need to be uncovered. Yet, there has been a dearth of studies, especially in the Philippine context, that scrutinized the sociopolitical forces that are at play in the production of these website contents. Hence, in this study, we attempted to continue seamlessly meshing the critical discourse analysis framework of Fairclough with a multimodal analytical model in dissecting the top …

Water Quality In Estero De Balete Using Moringa Oleifera-Enhanced Bokashi Balls: Heavy Metals, Turbidity, And Acidity, Alliyah Kirstyn Banilla Rafols, Sheila Mae Empase De Leon, Marie Antoinette Villafañe Robles, John Albert Dupaya Gurtiza

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

Water pollution threatens public health and the environment, particularly in developing counties. Estero de Balete in Manila, Philippines, a tributary of the Pasig River, is affected by heavy metal contamination, murky water, and highly acidic water. This study examines Moringa oleifera-enhanced Bokashi balls for bioremediation purposes. The Bokashi balls were prepared with effective microorganisms (EM-1), molasses, rice hulls, and garden clay soil, incorporating varying concentrations of Moringa oleifera seed powder and pods (0.10 g, 0.25 g, and 0.40 g) in comparison to a control setup. Water samples were tested for lead (Pb), cadmium (Cd), turbidity, and pH. The results …

Tochi, Princess Bianca T. Sy, Luigi Trevor L. Lui, Jacques Philippe G.N. Tang, Julia Mae B. Angeles

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

TOCHI was founded to provide comfort and care to people seeking everyday relief and relaxation. With this in mind, the company created a hand pillow that can serve as a solution to many issues and pains faced by people daily. May these be cramps, body pain, or lack of relaxation, the product’s heating and cooling aspect, as well as its therapeutic aroma greatly assists in relief. The team behind TOCHI includes Bianca Sy, Julia Angeles, Jacques Tang, and Luigi Lui, serving as the Resource Manager, Marketing Manager, Operations Manager, and Finance Manager respectively. By January 27, 2025, the company had …

Balancing The Ideal While Keeping It Real: The Lived Experiences Of Lasallian Content Creators Engaged In Lifestyle Marketing, Veronica Grace M. Cerda, Alberto Edgar P. Medina V, Lisa Maria C. Roessler, Joseph S. Cadelina

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

TikTok and Instagram have become global platforms being used by influencers, particularly those from Generation Z, to engage audiences in lifestyle content. Among these are Lasallian students who experience the complexities of authenticity while still following the values of De La Salle University-Manila. This study explores how Lasallian influencers balance their idealized online image and their identity, moral responsibilities, and the psycho-emotional impacts of content creation. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, the study used two in-depth semi-structured interviews with eight Lasallian influencers aged 18-27 who create content on TikTok and Instagram. Thematic analysis was used to identify recurring and emerging …

Filipino Parentification On The Eldest Child Enrolled As A Senior High School At De La Salle University - Dasmariñas High School: An Exploration Of Its Effects On Interpersonal Relationships With Friends, Naraeshcka Nailah Molina Lumba, Ron Antoine Ramirez Corpuz, Maria Jhemille Lopez Dela Cruz, Nica Angela Guarin Dulce, Ruzzlyn Myles Briones Manay, Dhey Zamyuel Gonzales Masilang, Miguel Guillen Buhay Orozco, Fionah Zoe Lopez Pros

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

This study examined Filipino parentification among eldest children enrolled as senior high school students at De La Salle University - Dasmariñas, focusing on its impact on friendships. Grounded in Role Theory and Attachment Theory, it explored how premature parental responsibilities shape social interactions using a qualitative phenomenological approach with semi-structured interviews. Findings indicate that eldest children often assume caregiving, emotional support, and decision-making roles, fostering maturity and resilience, but also leading to trust issues, emotional distancing, and difficulties in maintaining friendships. Avoidant individuals tend to adopt parental roles within friend groups, while those with anxious attachment seek nurturing relationships akin …

Beyond Sunday: The Lived Experience Of Gen Z Practicing Christians In The 21st Century, John Ramzel Dylan C. Galido

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

This study investigates the lived experiences of Generation Z practicing Christians in the 21st century, examining how they sustain their faith amid secularization, technological advancements, and shifting societal norms. Employing a phenomenological approach, in-depth semi-structured interviews with 5 Gen Z Practicing Christians revealed key themes: (1) their faith is characterized by a dynamic, personal relationship with God, nurtured through daily practices rather than rigid rituals; (2) they actively negotiate tensions between biblical values and secular culture, often prioritizing divine principles over societal expectations; (3) familial teachings and faith-based communities play foundational roles in shaping their spiritual identity; (4) personal struggles, …

Bioluminescent Bacteria In Squid Ink (Photololigo Duvaucelii) As A Potential Water Pollution Indicator At Selected Areas In Dasmariñas, Cavite, Jessica Rae G. Siyang, Remien Grace Balidvid, Aleeva Alexa V. Carrascal, Alyssa Mae V. Libranza, Arisha Jianne R. Dias

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

Bioluminescent bacteria are light-emitting microorganisms that are commonly found among marine species. In this study, bioluminescent bacteria were isolated from squid samples and submerged in selected water samples from Ylang-Ylang River and Dasmariñas Zone I River in Dasmariñas, Cavite, to determine whether it can be a potential water pollution indicator based on its bioluminescence intensity. The squid ink extracted from 6 squid samples was streaked on marine agar plates and incubated for 24 hours. The microplates were filled with 0.75 μL bioluminescent bacteria and 0.75 μL of polluted water samples and sterile water per three rows, where the light intensities …

A Taste Of Insight: Exploring The Perspectives Of Dlsu Student-Athletes On The Mediterranean Diet, Ethan F. Alvarez, Zoe Adda O. Beluso, Ceris Maxine Chua, Sarah Abigail M. Sanchez, Maria Michaela Santos, Olga G. Parco

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

The Mediterranean diet, its health benefits, and in the context of sports have been commonly studied within European and North African countries. However, there are limited studies that present the perceptions of student-athletes on the diet from Asian countries, particularly in the Philippines. Guided by the Health Belief Model (HBM), the study aimed to explore and understand the perceptions of student-athletes about their awareness, insights, or experiences on the Mediterranean diet, along with its perceived threats and benefits. Through a descriptive qualitative approach, a semi-structured interview with seven DLSU student-athletes was employed to determine the perspectives of DLSU student-athletes. Eleven …

Navigating Ambiguity: An In-Depth Exploration Of Situationships In Contemporary Romantic Relationships, Shiywonee Khanalee De Jesus Delizo, Yonah Adamae Roxas Dapliyan, Hildebrand Tridant Awkit Ban-Eg, Calvine Audric Fajardo Canlas, Neil Ivan Dominguez Tong, Eliecea Red Ibarra Yusingco

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

This qualitative study examined the phenomenon of situationships, which is defined as a romantic involvement that lacks clear commitment, boundaries, and labels. Situationships have surfaced in the context of modern dating culture with the rise of dating apps, in which people may display behaviors typical of couples but are contradictory to their traditional definitions of romantic relationships. This study explored the characteristics that define situationships, how people manage their inherent ambiguity, and why individuals prefer situationships over traditional established relationships. The data was gathered through in-depth interviews and an inductive thematic analysis of participants' experiences. The results revealed that open …

Cytotoxicity Of Ageratina Riparia (Mistflower) Biosynthesized Silver Nanoparticles In Allium Cepa Assay, Jharred Martinez, Kathryz Beyonce B. Fajardo, Althea Marie A. Navalta

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

The use of green-synthesized nanoparticles offers a promising route toward eco-friendly and biocompatible alternatives in biomedical research. This study aimed to assess the cytotoxicity of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) biosynthesized from Ageratina riparia extract. Given the growing interest in plant-mediated nanoparticle synthesis for safe therapeutic applications, evaluating their biological effects is crucial. The extract was obtained through maceration, and green synthesis was conducted using silver nitrate solutions (1 mM, 3 mM, 5 mM). The mixtures were boiled to isolate nanoparticle pellets, which were then redispersed in distilled water for use as treatment liquids in the Allium cepa assay. Results showed that …

The Role Of Social Media In Philippine Disaster Management: A Systematic Literature Review, Maxim Alexandrite V. Inoferio, Henry Joshua A. Hernandez, Rich Angelo P. Santos

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

Despite the Philippines being one of the world’s most disaster-prone countries, research on the role of social media in its disaster risk management remains limited. This study addresses that gap through a systematic review of existing literature on social media use in Philippine disaster risk management. Results show that social media is primarily employed in response to typhoons and earthquakes, while its application to other hazards such as COVID-19, floods, and vegetation fires remains underexplored. Usage is concentrated in the response and recovery phases, with minimal attention to prevention and no studies focused on mitigation. Notable best practices include real-time …

Bagyo Ka Lang!: The Impact Of Typhoons On The Lives And Productivity Of Contractual Workers At Miriam College High School, Jastine F. Budaño, Hannah F. Vigilia, Mariella R. Fernando, Sage V. Kong, Leona M. Ricero

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

Every year, the Philippines faces devastating weather-related calamities that significantly affect vulnerable communities. Since it is located on the Pacific Ring of Fire, Filipinos are more prone to experiencing natural calamities such as typhoons, which negatively impacts the community. Contractual workers are defined as those who work under a “no work, no pay” policy and work for a specific period. Due to the absence of paid leave, health benefits, and stable income, contractual workers are financially vulnerable, making it harder for them to recover from disasters. This study explores how typhoons impact the daily life and work efficiency of contractual …

Barriers To Quality Maternal Healthcare In Barangay Kaingin 1, Quezon City: An Exploratory Study Anchored On The Integrated Patient Care Healthcare Services Framework (Ipchsf) And The National Safe Motherhood Program (Nsmp), Keanne Elisha E. Bulotano, Micah Althea A. Fontanilla, Hali Therez A. Hernandez, Adonah Isalyn B. Laza, Julia Nicole D.G. De Guzman

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

Despite the implementation of national programs like the National Safe Motherhood Program (NSMP) that aims to improve maternal health outcomes, women in the Philippines still continuously face barriers in accessing quality maternal healthcare (MHC) due to systemic, societal, and psychological factors. Other persistent issues like poor healthcare service, insufficient understanding of health-related knowledge, and the lack of autonomy in decision making, which are especially prevalent in underserved communities, further discourage women from seeking care. This study aims to investigate these barriers and their impact on the overall well-being of mothers from Miriam College's partnered communities, like Kaingin 1. To explore …

Savior Complex, Stereotyping, Sensationalism Of The Filipino Poor: Critical Media Analysis Of Raffy Tulfo In Action’S Charity Episodes, Charisse Anne C. Bautista N/A, Jamella P. Jamolangue N/A

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

In the Philippines, one of the significant issues in society is the continuous growth of poverty and inequality. In the field of media, poverty porn is a word used to describe any content that exploits the images and narratives of impoverished individuals to gain sympathy, notoriety, and funds for a particular cause. However, there is a lack of research on poverty porn in the social media context, especially in the Philippine landscape. Thus, this study focuses on the portrayal of poverty in social media, specifically in the charity content of Raffy Tulfo in Action YouTube channel. Inductive content analysis was …

Yellow Card Declined: Lived Experiences Of Embo Residents' Healthcare Access After The Makati Vs. Taguig Ruling, Wazna L. Amil, Koreen F. Bagapuro, Marvin William J. Alberto

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

In 2023, the three-decade territorial dispute between the cities of Makati and Taguig ended when the Supreme Court ruled to transfer the ten Embo barangays to the latter. One significant consequence of this ruling is the discontinuation of assistance to former Makati residents, particularly healthcare benefits. Understanding how this ruling affects residents’ experiences can provide insights for policy recommendations promoting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 3 and 16. This phenomenological study, grounded in the Adapted Levesque’s Conceptual Framework, gathered data from six participants who were at least 10-year residents of Embo barangay and beneficiaries of Makati and Taguig public …