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Exploring Ideological Differences In Taiwanese Perceptions Of Cross-Strait Relations, Rong Chen, Kristína Kironská, Jiri Čeněk

Psychology | Faculty Scholarship

This is an exploratory research that seeks to investigate how ideology predicts Taiwanese perceptions of cross-strait relations, including attitudes toward Taiwan independence, perceptions of mainland China and Chinese people, Chinese invasion of Taiwan, and Chinese democracy. We took an inductive approach to left-right differences in Taiwan to offer a more systematic empirical understanding of ideology beyond the West. To do so, we conducted a nationally representative survey among adult Taiwan citizens (N = 1,350). Findings revealed that those who identified with the Left (vs. Right) tended to demonstrate more negative perceptions of cross-strait relations. Specifically, the political left is more …

The Influence Of Vitamin D On The Severity Of Depressive Symptoms In Children And Adolescents: A Systematic Review, Haley Flanagan

2024 Awards for Excellence in Student Research and Creative Activity - Documents

This review aims to investigate the influence vitamin D has on the severity of depressive symptoms in children and adolescents. Current studies have shown the potential role of vitamin D on mental health in adults, but results have been inconclusive among children. Using PubMed, Scopus, and CINAHL Complete, studies were selected by searching the terms “Vitamin D, depression, children and adolescents.” The inclusion criteria consisted of data over the last five years, presenting vitamin D intake or status in subjects between the ages of 2-17, and a diagnosis of depression. Eleven studies met the eligibility criteria. Nine of the studies …

The Berlin Airlift And Its Humanitarian And The Pr Aspect, Madalyn Stead

2024 Awards for Excellence in Student Research and Creative Activity - Documents

The Berlin Airlift, or die Berliner Luftbrücke, was one of the most dramatic events of the Cold War. While the Cold War lasted forty-five years, from 1947 to 1991, the Berlin Airlift took place at the very beginning, from 1948-1949. It was a great humanitarian effort, and is respected as one of the United States’ “finest hours,” as author Andrei Cherney titled it. It was presented as such through media, the news, and even pop culture. Curating it to look good was a carefully done job, but that should not always take away from the people who are involved in …

Improving Communication In The Management Of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Mollie B. Cornelius

DNP Projects

Approximately 6 million children, ages 3 to 17 years, had a diagnosis of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) between the years of 2016 and 2019 (CDC, 2022). In Mississippi, 15.8% of the pediatric population have a diagnosis of ADHD and 82.3% of these patients are receiving either medication management or behavior therapy (CDC, 2022). Rushton et al. (2020) cite the importance of promoting positive relationships between teachers and students to improve long-term outcomes. Improving communication between teachers, parents, and advanced practice registered nurses (APRN) of pediatric patients between the ages of 6 years and 10 years who have a diagnosis …

Quality Improvement Of Code Status Reconciliation Among Hospital Providers, Erin A. Barnes

DNP Projects

Code status assessment is an essential component in the acute hospital setting and a vital of the hospital admission process. If inadequately addressed, it can lead to costly length of stays and unwanted life-prolonging measures. Under the Patient Self-Determination Act of 1990, healthcare organizations must inform patients of their rights to healthcare, assess and document in the medical record whether the patient has an advance directive, and educate staff and communities on issues concerning advance directives (Patient Self-Determination Act, 1990). The purpose of the project was to assess current provider practices regarding code status assessment in the acute hospital setting, …

Qualitative And Quantitative Analyses Of A Life Course Framework To Prevent Victimization Recurrence Among Traumatized Homeless Women, Alexandra Schloesser, David Alatorre

Undergraduate Review

The present study examines the effects of services on women that are rendered by a transitional homeless shelter, Ozanam Manor in Phoenix, Arizona. Specifically, the study aimed to ascertain whether these services have yielded discernible improvements in the circumstances of homeless women. Additionally, the study sought to determine whether certain subgroups of homeless women derive greater benefits from the services provided in comparison to others. The study employed a life-course theory to elucidate whether homeless women who have received assistance from the shelter have acquired the skills to effectively navigate and cope with adverse life circumstances, thereby mitigating the risk …

Beyond Combat: Moral Injury Exposure In Officer And Enlisted Marine Veterans With Diverse Deployment Histories And The Relationship With Posttraumatic Growth, Hira Jean Byrne Paulin

Graduate Research Theses & Dissertations

Moral injury has been widely studied in male combat-deployed active-duty personnel and veterans, with little inclusion of non-combat or never-deployed experiences. Moral injury research has primarily focused on adverse outcomes. Within military moral injury research, there is limited information on individual branches of service or rank-specific experiences. The purpose of this study was to explore moral injury event exposure and posttraumatic growth within a single branch of service, the Marine Corps, with a focus on rank status and the inclusion of non-combat and never-deployed veterans. A community-based approach was used to recruit participants over a 2-month period. Participants completed a …

Academic Motivation Of African American Male Students At Indiana State University, Nathan Harris

All-Inclusive List of Electronic Theses and Dissertations

African American student academic performance is a topic of much concern in the U.S. (Allen, 1992; Cokley, 2000, 2002, 2003; Cokley & Moore, 2007; Cokley et al., 2015; Harper et al., 2012; Harper, 2015; Steele, 1992). Thus, the task of closing the academic achievement gap between Black and White students is a worthy assignment undertaken by many researchers. The purpose of this study is to perform a qualitative inquiry to learn more about the African American male psychological motivation of self-esteem, racial identity, and academic self-concept. Literature about African American student self-esteem and self-concept exists yet based on my observations, …

Restorative Justice For International Traditional Cultural Expression Ownership Disputes, Sandra H. Sulzer

Michigan Journal of International Law

Traditional cultural expressions (“TCE”), which include dances, songs, and pottery, and traditional knowledge (“TK”), which includes plant properties, agricultural practices, and artistic techniques, are inarguably valuable both to the groups that create them and to outsiders who wish to use or sell them. International law broadly, and intellectual property (“IP”) law more specifically, are not well-suited to protect the interests of creators of TCE and TK. A persistent pattern of exploitation of traditional expressions and knowledge has been well-documented. But responses have been dissatisfying, and sometimes begin from a place of disregarding the value of these contributions. At present, when …

Contributor Bios, The North Meridian Review Editorial Staff

The North Meridian Review

No abstract provided.

2024 Master's Degree Exit Survey, Southwestern Oklahoma State University

Assessment Center Reports

Exit Surveys produced by the SWOSU Assessment Center.

Are There Ten Commandments For Latter-Day Zion?, Dennis Newton

Interpreter: A Journal of Latter-day Saint Faith and Scholarship

New faith traditions often modify existing religious tenets to accommodate the particulars of their membership’s needs. A specific example is how different faith communities have modified the Ten Commandments both inside and outside the historic Jewish community. This paper argues that Joseph Smith received a Latter-day Decalogue that was canonized in the Doctrine and Covenants but went unrecognized as such by either Smith or the early Saints. While some of the commands in this new set of commandments are familiar (thou shalt not kill, steal, nor commit adultery), others are specific to the conditions of the latter days. This paper …

Barriers To Mental Health Care In Us Military Veterans, Connor Lewis

Yale Medicine Thesis Digital Library

BARRIERS TO MENTAL HEALTH CARE IN US MILITARY VETERANS. Connor Lewis, Ian Fischer, and Robert Pietrzak. Department of Psychiatry, Yale University, School of Medicine, New Haven, CT.

Objectives: The aims of this study were to analyze data from a nationally representative sample of US veterans to: (1) Determine the prevalence of barriers to mental health care among current US veterans spanning numerous conflicts and generations of service and who have no history of mental health treatment; and (2) Identify predisposing, enabling, and needs factors associated with barriers to care. Aims were examined in both the full sample of veterans and …

Unheard Voices: The Burden Of Ischemia With No Obstructive Coronary Artery Disease In Women, Marah Maayah

Yale Medicine Thesis Digital Library

Background: Ischemic heart disease (IHD) is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in women. Up to two-thirds of women with IHD suffer from ischemia with no obstructive coronary artery disease (INOCA), which includes endotypes such as microvascular dysfunction and vasospasm. Due to a lack of clear prognostic data, INOCA has historically been viewed as a benign condition and many women have been dismissed from cardiovascular care, despite refractory symptoms and a risk for adverse outcomes. The objective of this qualitative study is to utilize structured interviews to formally characterize the experience of women with INOCA diagnosed with invasive coronary …

2024-2025 - Etsu General Academic Operating Budget (July), Budget And Financial Planning, East Tennessee State University

ETSU General Academic Operating Budgets and Analysis

No abstract provided.

Peer Relationships & Friendship, Jill M. Swirsky Ph.D.

Sample module-themed coursework with Sesame Street examples

In this module, students will discuss some of the important factors surrounding peer relationships and friendships. What does it mean to be a friend? How can we teach children to resolve conflict in friendships? How can peer pressure influence behavior? Using clips from Sesame Street and other children’s media, students will consider these, and related, questions about the power of peers.

Health, Susan Geffen Ph.D.

Sample module-themed coursework with Sesame Street examples

This module will investigate the topic of health among children and adolescents, providing an overview of lifestyle factors that impact one’s health, including socioeconomic status, familial involvement, and health programming led by institutions such as public schools. Students will use topical readings and video clips from Sesame Street and other media sources to analyze numerous aspects of young people’s health and methods of health education.

Depression And Anxiety, Susan Geffen Ph.D.

Sample module-themed coursework with Sesame Street examples

This module will explore many aspects of depression and anxiety and how individuals with these disorders are affected by them throughout their development. Students will use topical readings and videos from Sesame Street and other media sources to learn about risk and protective factors, symptoms, and treatment of depression and anxiety. Students will also explore the impacts of parental depression and anxiety in addition to children's understanding and experience with these disorders. Students will participate in activities and discussions that broaden their understanding of how these disorders can impact children and adolescents and analyze these disorders' effects on their social …

Bullying And Victimization, Jill M. Swirsky Ph.D.

Sample module-themed coursework with Sesame Street examples

In this module, students will discuss concepts related to bullying and victimization. Using clips from Sesame Street, students will consider what it means to be a bully, victim, and bystander, as well as how teachers, parents, and educators can intervene. Additionally, this module will help students think critically about some of the potential impacts of bullying and victimization on development across the lifespan.

Ohio Northern University Catalog, 2024-2025, Ohio Northern University

University Catalogs

No abstract provided.

Taylor University Graduate Catalog 2024-2025, Taylor University

Graduate Catalogs

The 2024-2025 graduate catalog of Taylor University.

Exploration Of Associations Between Asthma And Depression In Older American Adults: A Pooled Cross-Sectional Analysis Of Medicare Recipients, Brian Ring

Graduate Research Theses & Dissertations

Background

While unclear in older populations within the US, individuals with asthma are disproportionally affected by depression relative to those without asthma. This work explores the associations between asthma, depression, sociodemographic, and disease-related factors in a US population ≥ 65 years of age.

Methods

A pooled cross-sectional analysis of Medicare Current Beneficiary Survey (MCBS) data was utilized to determine the association between asthma and depression from 2018 to 2020. Depression was defined as a score of ≥ 10 from the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9). Disease-related variables were recorded if the subject met Medicare claims criteria for the calendar year. Multivariable …

Second Look Commission, 2024 Annual Report, Tennessee Commission On Children And Youth

Second Look Commission Annual Reports

The Second Look Commission reviews cases of children from across Tennessee who have experienced a second or subsequent incidence of severe abuse to identify ways to improve the system and help other children avoid a similar fate. This document reports on the findings from the fiscal year.

Psilocybin’S Role In Major Depressive Disorder: A Scoping Review, Carlos Barajas

Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc)

Psilocybe cubensis are a group of mushrooms containing psilocybin with a history of consumption dating back to ancient civilization. Researchers believe the ritual use of psilocybin dates back 3,000 years amongst the indigenous people of Mexico and Central America.¹ Psilocybin is responsible for the effects associated with the consumption of “Magic Mushrooms”. These effects include hallucinations, delusions, and feelings of derealization. ² In 1973, the United States federal government classified psilocybin as a Schedule I substance under the Controlled Substance Act, and today the DEA continues to identify the chemical as “high potential for abuse” with “no currently accepted …

Decreasing The Price Of Fame: Research On The Use Of Child Life Specialists In The Entertainment Industry, Ashley King

Graduate Student Independent Studies

This paper explores how the use of a CCLS in the field of entertainment would positively impact the experiences of child stars while working on set.

Beyond Poverty: Exploring The Spatial Variability And Healthcare Determinants Of Opioid Mortality In West Virginia, Opeyemi Ojo

Theses, Dissertations and Capstones

This study aims to investigate the multifaceted factors contributing to opioid-related deaths in West Virginia, focusing on healthcare determinants and regional disparities. Opioid mortality has become a critical public health issue in the United States, particularly in states like West Virginia, where rates of opioid-related deaths are disproportionately high compared to national averages. This thesis tends to investigate the impact of healthcare determinants on opioid mortality rates and explore the spatial variability of opioid-related deaths in West Virginia. To achieve these objectives, data was collected from secondary sources such as the West Virginia Health Statistics Center, the National Center for …

Modeling Nicotine, At-1001, And Varenicline At The Α3Β4 Nicotine Acetylcholine Receptor, Japji Madan, Andersen Cheong, Mourya Khandai

Protein Modeling Reports

The escalating global prevalence of nicotine addiction, particularly among younger populations, has been linked to the increasing use of e-cigarettes, commonly known as vapes. Approximately 1.63 million students (ages 11-18) currently use vapes, reflecting a concerning trend of nicotine dependence among adolescents. As the number of nicotine addiction cases continues to rise, the development of an anti-addiction drug market is evolving to address this urgent public health issue. One such treatment is varenicline that acts as a partial agonist at the α3β4 nicotine acetylcholine receptor nAChR, a key target for smoking cessation therapies. Activation of the nAChR can modulate the …

Impact Of The Methamphetamine Epidemic On Healthcare, Amanda Brumfield

Theses, Dissertations and Capstones

Introduction: The surge in methamphetamine use in the U.S. has presented various challenges for individuals and healthcare systems. Research has shown high relapse rates, oral health issues, and increased susceptibility to blood-borne viruses among users, underscoring the gravity of the situation. Furthermore, the absence of approved pharmacological treatments and systemic barriers to effective treatment highlighted the pressing need for holistic approaches to address this epidemic successfully.

Purpose of the Study: The purpose of this research was to identify the challenges faced by treatment providers specializing in substance use disorder treatment amid rising instances of methamphetamine abuse, including managing heightened relapse …

Policing Impacts On Racial And Regional Oppression In Appalachia, Grace Simpson

Theses, Dissertations and Capstones

Appalachians continue to face the lasting effects of generations of state violence. Residents are often met with economic, environmental, physical, and mental hardships that are specific to these regions. Namely, the intersection of race with these region-specific hardships creates unique issues for Black Appalachians. Black Appalachians have a distinct history connecting the cultural nuances of the Appalachian region with the overall history of racial inequality in the USA. The following highlights Black Appalachian experiences by exploring the relationship between state violence, policing, and race in the region. Utilizing qualitative interviews with Black individuals in Appalachians, results gain a more detailed …

Massachusetts State Universities’ Equal Opportunity, Nondiscrimination, And Title Ix Plan, Massacusetts State Universities

Equal Opportunity Plan

Together, Bridgewater State University, Fitchburg State University, Framingham State University, Massachusetts College of Art and Design, Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts, Massachusetts Maritime Academy, Salem State University, Westfield State University, and Worcester State University (collectively, “the Universities”) have carefully developed the major elements of this Equal Opportunity, Nondiscrimination, and Title IX Plan (“Plan” or “EO Plan”) in accordance with applicable local, state and federal constitutions, statutes, regulations, and executive orders.