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Mental Health Awareness For Carers And Parents Of Young People With Migrant Backgrounds In Australia, Bindu Anna Joseph, Robeena Emmanuel

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Australia is a multicultural nation with 30% of people born overseas (Australian Bureau of Statistics, 2023). Mental illness is highly prevalent among migrants with delayed help-seeking (World Health Organisation, 2021). Addressing the unique mental health care needs of these communities is paramount for improving inclusive and timely mental health care. ). Indian – born population is the second largest migrant community in Australia (Department of Health and Aged Care). Addressing the unique mental health care needs of these communities is paramount for improving inclusive and timely mental health care. The current phase of this research focused on Indian migrants.

This …

Substance Use In Nursing: Barriers And Facilitators In Returning To Work Under Monitoring, Jordan Ferris, Marian Wilson, Janessa M. Graves, Victoria Sattler

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Background: The US is currently experiencing a substance use epidemic, with overdose deaths rising significantly. Substance use disorders (SUD) affect 17.3% of individuals aged 12 or older, including nurses (RNs) who face unique occupational stressors. RNs with SUD pose risks to both personal & patient safety. Regulatory bodies often impose monitoring & disciplinary actions on RNs with SUD, creating challenges for their return-to-work (RTW). Little is known about what supports & hinders successful return-to-work for RNs after substance use discipline

Methods: This study used Group Concept Mapping (GCM) to identify & prioritize facilitators and barriers in the RTW process for …

Navigating Interpersonal Connections: Relationships Of Pregnant Women Following Hiv Diagnosis, Andile Glodin Mokoena-De Beer, Sister Vanessa Mahlangu, Eugene Musiiwa Makhavhu

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

HIV remains a complex and public health concern in South Africa. The country’s population by mid-year 2024 was 63,02 million with 8,0 million estimated to be living with HIV. The prevalence rate of HIV in the country is approximately 12,7% with 4 900 00 women living with HIV by 2023, of these women 257 171 were pregnant women receiving antiretroviral therapy (ARVs) to prevent mother to child transmission^1,2. Pregnancy is a complex phenomenon linked to heighted anxiety about the birth processes and safety of the unborn baby. An HIV diagnosis at this time could worsen the mental wellbeing …

Losing All Faith In Women’S Healthcare: Women’S Experience With Pelvic Congestion Syndrome Pain, Sarah E. Patel, Sarah Mary George, Mercedez Dowah Boateng, Mei R. Fu

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Purpose: Pelvic congestion syndrome (PCS) is an underdiagnosed cause of chronic pelvic pain, which accounts for nearly 30% of gynecological visits. Chronic pelvic pain due to PCS is often exacerbated from long periods of standing or walking, sexual intercourse, and menstruation. Research on PCS mainly uses quantitative approaches that focused on evaluating the effects of pharmacological or medical procedures for PCS and associated pain and symptoms. There is limited evidence that provides deep understanding of the experiences of chronic pelvic pain from the women’s perspectives. Using a qualitative, descriptive phenomenological design, the purpose of this study was to describe …

Experience Of Bowel Dysfunction In Rectal Cancer Patients: A Systematic Review And Mmeta-Synthesis, Min Jeong Kim, Eun Young Kim, Young Man Kim

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Purpose: Low anterior resection syndrome (LARS) is a common and distressing outcome for many rectal cancer patients following low anterior resection (LAR), significantly affecting their quality of life. Numerous studies have explored patient experiences with bowel dysfunction; however, due to varying results, there are limitations to understanding these experiences comprehensively. Therefore, this study aims to synthesize diverse qualitative research findings to reveal a more comprehensive perspective.

Methods: A meta-synthesis of qualitative studies was performed through a rigorous and thorough systematic review, encompassing databases such as PubMed, EMBASE, CINAHL, SCOPUS, Web of Science, and the Cochrane Library. Additional studies were identified …

Effects Of Digital Interventions On Sleep Among College Students And Young Adults: A Meta-Analysis, Yi-An Lu, Pei-Shan Tsai

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Background: College students and young adults (aged 18 to 25) frequently experience poor sleep quality, with insomnia being particularly prevalent in this population. Given the widespread use of digital devices, electronic device-based sleep interventions may provide a promising solution for improving sleep outcomes. However, the effects of these digital interventions on sleep in this group have not been fully evaluated. This study aims to review the current evidence on the effectiveness of electronic device-based interventions in enhancing sleep outcomes among college students and young adults.

Methods: A comprehensive search of five databases (PubMed, CINAHL, Cochrane Library, Embase, and Web of …

Psychometric Properties Of The Chinese Version Of The Clinical Nurses Grit Scale In Employed Nurses, Chiu-Yueh Yueh Yang, Muhsi Young

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Background: Grit, recognized as a positive psychological trait, significantly influences the intention of employed nurses to remain in their workplace. The Clinical Nurses Grit Scale (CN-GRIT), initially developed by Korean scholars, has been employed to assess grit in clinical nursing environments. However, a Chinese version of the Grit Scale specifically designed for evaluating the grit of nurses does not currently exist.

Purposes: This study aimed to: (1) translate the original English version of the CN-GRIT into a traditional Chinese version (TC-CN-GRIT), (2) confirm its factor structure, and (3) analyze its psychometric properties among newly employed nurses.

Methods: A psychometric study …

Matrescence, Erin Kunz

The Cicadian

Kunz reflects on her transformation into motherhood, describing the physical, emotional, and psychological shifts that accompany the process known as matrescence. Through vivid memories of childhood and early parenting, she explores the complexities of maternal love, especially for women who did not receive unconditional love themselves. Her rocking chair becomes a symbol of nurturing and endurance, where she gave everything to her children while grappling with her own identity. Erin also highlights the supportive role of her partner, challenging traditional gender norms and celebrating shared caregiving. As her children grow, she mourns the environmental changes that have altered the …

The Effect Of A Kn95 Mask On High-Intensity Interval Training Performance, Physiological Response, And Perception, David Kenny, Payton Stanziani, Holly Chambers, Madison Vinovrski, Isabel Allocco, Jack Fisher, Morgan Raley, Kyle S. Beyer

International Journal of Exercise Science

International Journal of Exercise Science 18(3): 984-994, 2025. The purpose of this study was to assess the effect of a KN95 mask on the performance, physiological response, and perception of high-intensity interval training (HIIT). Twenty college-aged participants (Male: 10, Female: 10) completed a two-visit, crossover, counterbalanced study. The HIIT workout included four 1-minute “all-out” intervals at 3.5% of body mass with 4-minute rest intervals, performed with or without a KN95 mask. Following HIIT, participants remained on the cycle ergometer for a 15-minute recovery period. For each interval, peak power and average power were recorded. Throughout the HIIT workout and recovery, …

Leisure, Events. Tourism, And Recreation In The Spectrum Of Fashion Representation: Toward An Integrative Typological Framework, Su Yun Bae

Visions in Leisure and Business Monographs

This study develops a new typology of fashion representation situated at the intersection of leisure, events, tourism, and recreation. Existing fashion typologies, while valuable in mapping class, culture, or consumer psychographics, often overlook the lived sartorial practices that emerge in free time and experiential settings. To address this gap, a descriptive analysis was undertaken using four types of material: academic and industry literature, online media sources, visual and experiential data, and professional insights from the tourism field. This triangulated approach identified five key categories: Rebel, Independent, Traditional, Symbolic, and Sophisticated that collectively form a contextual fashion spectrum. The typology captures …

Evaluating The Impact Of Zoa Energy Drink On Muscular Strength, Psychomotor Vigilance, And Mood In Active Adults: A Randomized Controlled Trial, Jose J. Rojas, Jason M. Curtis, Flavia F. Pereira, Cassandra Evans, Kaelan Jones, Alyana Andal, Juan Carlos Santana, Hena Thakkar, Jose Antonio

Journal for Sports Neuroscience

This study evaluates the effects of ZOA Energy Drink, a commercially available energy beverage, on muscular strength, sustained attention, and mood in exercise-trained individuals. Using a randomized, blinded, two-arm design, 24 participants (15 males, 9 females; age = 31.8 ± 8.4 years) were assigned to consume either ZOA Energy Drink or a caffeine-matched placebo. The primary outcomes included psychomotor vigilance (PVT), mood state (POMS), handgrip strength, and push-up performance. Baseline body composition was also assessed using bioelectrical impedance.

Results revealed no statistically significant differences between the ZOA and the caffeine matched control groups in psychomotor vigilance (p = 0.155), mood …

A Curse Or A Blessing? The Associations Of Political Knowledge With Partisan Hostility And Condonation Of Political Violence, Gabriel Miao Li

Communication Faculty Articles and Research

This study examines the complex associations of political knowledge with affective polarization and attitudes toward political violence in contemporary U.S. politics. Utilizing data from the 2024 American National Election Studies pre-election survey, the analysis highlights political knowledge's dual roles—as both a potential catalyst for partisan animosity and a critical resource promoting democratic stability. Consistent with recent research, more politically knowledgeable individuals tend to express intensified negative feelings toward opposing political parties, and this tendency is particularly pronounced among individuals who attach less importance to their partisan identity. In the meantime, increased political knowledge is also significantly associated with reduced condonation …

Intelligence Architectures And Machine Learning Applications In Contemporary Spine Care, Rahul Kumar, Conor Dougherty, Kyle Sporn, Akshay Khanna, Puja Ravi, Pranay Prabhakar, Nasif Zaman

SKMC Student Presentations and Publications

The rapid evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) technologies has initiated a paradigm shift in contemporary spine care. This narrative review synthesizes advances across imaging-based diagnostics, surgical planning, genomic risk stratification, and post-operative outcome prediction. We critically assess high-performing AI tools, such as convolutional neural networks for vertebral fracture detection, robotic guidance platforms like Mazor X and ExcelsiusGPS, and deep learning-based morphometric analysis systems. In parallel, we examine the emergence of ambient clinical intelligence and precision pharmacogenomics as enablers of personalized spine care. Notably, genome-wide association studies (GWAS) and polygenic risk scores are enabling a shift from …

Community Engagement Studios To Improve Racial Diversity And Health Equity In Parkinson's, Eunyoung Kang, Dominique Woodhouse, Kandace Davis, Jane Q Yap, Peter S Myers, Meghan C Campbell, Yvonne D Hughes, Joyce E Balls-Berry, Erin R Foster

2020-Current year OA Pubs

BACKGROUND: Black or African Americans (AA) with Parkinson's disease (PD) are underrepresented in both care and research and experience significant health disparities. The existing literature provides limited guidance on how to enhance the engagement of AA individuals in PD care and research, particularly from the perspectives of AA patients, care partners, and healthcare providers. This project aimed to (1) describe the use of Community Engagement (CE) Studios as a community-engaged research approach to inform culturally appropriate and inclusive research and (2) examine factors influencing AA engagement in PD-related activities.

METHODS: We conducted three CE Studios: one with AA with PD …

Sleep Architecture And Dementia Risk In Adults: An Analysis Of 5 Cohorts From The Sleep And Dementia Consortium, Stephanie Yiallourou, Andree-Ann Baril, Crystal Wiedner, Jeffrey R Misialek, Christopher E Kline, Stephanie Harrison, Ethan Cannon, Qiong Yang, Rebecca Bernal, Alycia Bisson, Dibya Himali, Marina Cavuoto, Antoine Weihs, Alexa Beiser, Rebecca F Gottesman, Yue Leng, Oscar Lopez, Pamela L Lutsey, Shaun M Purcell, Susan Redline, Sudha Seshadri, Katie L Stone, Kristine Yaffe, Sonia Ancoli-Israel, Qian Xiao, Eleni Okeanis Vaou, Jayandra J Himali, Matthew P Pase

Faculty, Staff and Student Publications

Study objectives: Poor sleep may play a role in the risk of dementia. However, few studies have investigated the association between polysomnography (PSG)-derived sleep architecture and dementia incidence. We examined the relationship between sleep architecture and dementia incidence across five US-based cohort studies from the Sleep and Dementia Consortium.

Methods: Percent of time spent in stages of sleep (N1, N2, N3, rapid eye movement sleep), wake after sleep onset, sleep maintenance efficiency, apnea-hypopnea index, and relative delta power were derived from a single night home-based PSG. Dementia was ascertained in each cohort using its cohort-specific criteria. Each cohort performed Cox …

Strategies To Increase The Number Of Black, Indigenous, And People Of Color (Bipoc) Employees In Senior-Level Positions, Renée Michele Collins

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Ineffective strategies to increase the number of Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) employees in senior-level positions can negatively impact financial performance. Some business leaders lack strategies to increase the number of BIPOC employees in senior-level positions and positively impact financial performance, which could increase risk of business instability. Grounded in multidimensional cultural competency framework; equity, diversity, and inclusion theory; and change management theory, this qualitative pragmatic inquiry was conducted to identify and explore effective strategies business leaders use to increase the number of BIPOC employees in senior-level positions and positively impact financial performance. The participants were eight business …

Staff Education On Mindfulness-Based Therapy To Address Compassion Fatigue, Samson Ajibola Omowumi

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

The nature of nursing practice—persistent exposure to patient suffering—often results in compassion fatigue for staff. Compassion/emotional fatigue can affect nurses’ mental well-being, which can manifest in burnout, decreased empathy, and emotional numbness. These outcomes can eventually reduce job satisfaction for nurses and nursing assistants, increase errors during patient care, and lead to poorer patient outcomes. Prioritizing caregivers' mental health may improve the quality of nursing care. Mindfulness-based therapy (MBT) is an approach that may ensure the mental health and emotional stability of those who care for patients while also being a comparatively easy, accessible, and affordable tool. The goal of …

The Moderating Influence Of Generation On Leadership Style, Job Satisfaction, And Intent To Leave Among Child Welfare Workers, Kelly Cavanaugh

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

The declining retention rate among U.S. child welfare workers is a significant concern. Research suggested that as millennials enter the workforce, adopting leadership styles that best meet the needs of each generation and/or facilitate congruence between organizational goals and the distinct work values of both the younger and older generations will help increase retention. Specifically, supervisors needed to identify a leadership style that best satisfied the needs of millennials who are stereotypically less loyal to organizations and exhibit higher job mobility than older generations. The purpose of this quantitative study was to examine the extent to which generational cohort moderated …

Questions Worth Asking: Un-Disciplining Archaeology, Reclaiming Pasts For Better Futures, Nathan P. Acebo, Wade Campbell, Edward González-Tennant, Alicia Odewale, Emily Van Alst, William A. White, Stephen A. Mrozowski, Lindsay M. Montgomery, Craig N. Cipolla, Anna S. Agbe-Davies

Anthropology Faculty Publications

This forum engages an emerging discourse around historical reckoning, truth, and reconciliation, asking how these frameworks inform American archaeology and its future. A growing number of archaeologists are now demanding systemic disciplinary transformations that directly address how white supremacy and settler colonialism enact Indigenous dispossession and erasure as well as anti-Blackness, gender discrimination, and ableism. This forum, featuring 10 archaeologists—including a mixture of junior- and senior-level scholars—is organized into thematic dialogues that highlight their different perspectives and experiences within North American cultural heritage management. First, the dialogue interrogates American archaeology’s embeddedness in ethnocentrism and racism. It then looks at different …

Predicting Weaning Failure From Invasive Mechanical Ventilation: The Promise And Pitfalls Of Clinical Prediction Scores, Maneesh Gaddam, Dedeepya Gullapalli, Zayaan A Adrish, Arnav Y Reddy, Muhammad Adrish

Faculty, Staff and Students Publications

Prediction of weaning success from invasive mechanical ventilation remains a challenge in everyday clinical practice. Several prediction scores have been developed to guide success during spontaneous breathing trials to help with weaning decisions. These scores aim to provide a structured framework to support clinical judgment. However, their effectiveness varies across patient populations, and their predictive accuracy remains inconsistent. In this review, we aim to identify the strengths and limitations of commonly used clinical prediction tools in assessing readiness for ventilator liberation. While scores such as the Rapid Shallow Breathing Index and the Integrative Weaning Index are widely adopted, their sensitivity …

Creation, Implementation, And Evaluation Of Authentic Virtual Reality Interprofessional Simulations, Kathleen Huun, Linda Mcquiston, Renee Bauer, Andreas Kummerow

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Creating and implementing interprofessional (IP) simulations in undergraduate healthcare education fashions opportunities for students to understand their roles in a collaborative team and enhance their confidence (Kleib et al., 2021). Disciplines may coalesce their knowledge, skill sets, and collective evidence-based practice to address multifaceted patient care.

An effective simulation modality to heighten practice readiness is virtual reality (VR) (Phillips et al., 2023). Immersion through a 3D platform provides visualization and interaction in a supposed real world (Cieslowski, 2023) for students to maneuver in while void of distractions. This intense focus facilitates critical thinking and clinical decision-making (Baysan et al., 2023). …

Cloud-Based Hybrid Training: Bridging International Nurses' Competency For Us Healthcare, Jose Arnold Tariga, Lisa Mceathron, Christian Striggow

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Background: The increasing global migration of internationally educated nurses (IEN) underscores the need for effective transition programs to bridge competency gaps across international nursing standards. IENs preparing to enter the US healthcare system face challenges in adapting to new practices and technologies. To address these gaps, a hybrid International Transition to Practice Program was developed, integrating cloud-based simulation technology and immersive learning to enhance clinical readiness.

Methods: This 16-week hybrid program combined didactic instruction, skill-based training, and simulation-based education (SBE). A cloud-based simulation platform enabled real-time interaction between US-based educators and learners in the Philippines. In 2024, 39 immersive simulations …

Impact Of Technology On Physical Activity Levels Of Pediatric Cancer Survivors: A Systematic Review, Aylin Akca Sumengen, Eysan Hanzade Savas, Ayse Ay, Ilcim Ercan Koyuncu, Munevver Erkul, Remziye Semerci

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Background: Pediatric cancer survivors often face long-term health challenges such as muscle weakness and obesity [1, 2, 3]. Physical activity is essential for lessening these effects, and technological interventions have been suggested to promote physical activity among pediatric cancer survivors [3, 4].

Purpose: This systematic review aimed to evaluate technological interventions' impact on pediatric cancer survivors' PA levels.

Methods: The systematic review followed PRISMA guidelines [5] and included studies published until May 2024 from various databases. The Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) critical appraisal tools were used to assess study quality. The study was registered in PROSPERO under registration …

What’S In A Name?: Transgender People’S Affirming And Invalidating Experiences With Preferred Names, Narciso Quildey-Rodriguez

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Transgender and nonbinary (TNB) people’s gender identity differs from the sex they were assigned at birth. Approximately 1.6 million people identify as TNB in the US. Affirmation, the process of acknowledging a person’s gender identity, plays a significant role in the mental health and well-being of TNB people by reducing feelings of isolation, dysphoria, and anxiety. Invalidation, which occurs when a person’s gender identity is denied, can have significant adverse effects on the mental and emotional well-being of TNB people. This presentation explores TNB people's affirmative and invalidating experiences related to using preferred names and pronouns. Twenty semi-structured interviews with …

Improving Collaboration And Data Storage At An Ihs Facility: Kotter’S Method Of Organization Change, Madison Spellman, Dwight Kappl

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Purpose: Inefficient communication and knowledge sharing have been linked to delayed patient care and reduced staff collaboration¹. The integration of applications for healthcare communication and knowledge storage² can improve clinic efficiency and staff communication³.

Documents and data at an IHS facility are stored on the clinic’s Z-Drive: a collection of folders on a clinic server containing outdated documents. If a staff member is editing a shared document in the Z-Drive, another staff member cannot also be editing the same document. If staff do not save a document correctly, multiple copies of the same document can …

Effects Of Exercise Program On Symptom And Psychological Distress In Frail Cardiac Surgery Patients, Li-Kai Cheng, Ai-Fu Chiou

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Background: Postoperative cardiac surgery patients often experience symptoms such as chest pain, poor sleep, depression, and anxiety. Healthcare providers need to identify effective interventions to alleviate these physical and psychological issues.

Objectives: This study evaluated the impact of a multidimensional exercise program on symptom and psychological distress in frail patients after cardiac surgery.

Methods: A randomized controlled trial was conducted with 88 cardiac surgery patients from two medical centers in northern Taiwan. Patients were randomly assigned to the intervention group (n = 45) or control group (n = 43). The intervention group participated in a 12-week multidimensional exercise program, which …

Hmongcentric Niche Charter Schools: The Role Of Social Capital On Students’ Perceived Academic Competence, Zha Blong Xiong, Ting Xu, Kyle Nickodem, Malina Her

Journal of Southeast Asian American Education and Advancement

Using Coleman’s (1988) social capital theory, this study investigated the connection between family and school social capital and the perceived academic competence of students enrolled in Hmongcentric niche charter schools. The study analyzed 124 participants consisting of third, fourth, and fifth-grade students residing in Minnesota, with 93% identifying as Hmong. Results of structural equation modeling showed that school social capital, as measured by school attachment and school connection, is significantly linked to students’ perceived academic competence. Further analyses suggested that school attachment, especially in charter schools that focus on culture and language, plays a more crucial role in shaping students’ …

Ovid: Writing From Butler University's First Year Seminar 2024-2025, The Ovid Staff

Ovid

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Who Are You? What Are You Doing Here?, Katharine Rath

Ovid

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Butterflies To Beach Houses: Who I Am & What I Am Doing Here, Ellis Clark

Ovid

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