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Leadership Style: A Patient Outcome Make Or Break Of Care, Kathryn Duke Apr 2025

Leadership Style: A Patient Outcome Make Or Break Of Care, Kathryn Duke

Liberty University Research Week

Inquiry was cultivated by the immersion of Oncology patient care and dynamics within an externship and clinical experience. Observations were made regarding various team interactions, and leadership styles regarding the subsequential leadership care. It overall prompted the motivation to delve into further literature and research reviews. A PubMed systemic review journal “88% showed a positive or negative statistically significant correlation between leadership style and nurses’ job satisfaction to perform patient care. The transformational style had the greatest positive correlation in 9 out of 9 of cases” (Speechia, Cozzolino, Carini, et.al, 2021). The need for leadership transformation within the healthcare system …


The Effects Of Bee Products Compared With Performance-Enhancing Drinks On Endurance Performance In Runners: A Critically Appraised Topic, Lauren Rohrer Apr 2025

The Effects Of Bee Products Compared With Performance-Enhancing Drinks On Endurance Performance In Runners: A Critically Appraised Topic, Lauren Rohrer

Liberty University Research Week

Clinical Scenario: Sports drinks (SPDs) are commonly used to enhance endurance performance in runners. However, these drinks contain artificial ingredients, and research has been done on the ergogenic effects of bee products as a healthier alternative to SPDs. Focused Clinical Question: In long-distance runners, what are the ergogenic effects of bee product supplementation compared to performance-enhancing drink supplementation on endurance performance? Summary of Key Findings: The authors of a high-quality study found that bee bread (BB) supplementation had a greater effect on running endurance performance than maltodextrin, while the authors of 2 lesser-quality studies found that Acacia honey drink (H) …


The Effects Of Progressive Resistance Training On Muscular Strength In Children With Cerebral Palsy: A Critically Appraised Topic, Elizabeth Byrum, Saige Knapton Apr 2025

The Effects Of Progressive Resistance Training On Muscular Strength In Children With Cerebral Palsy: A Critically Appraised Topic, Elizabeth Byrum, Saige Knapton

Liberty University Research Week

Clinical Scenario: Cerebral Palsy (CP) is a brain injury occurring during pregnancy, birth, or shortly after birth that causes stiff muscles and uncontrolled reflexes. There are currently no cures for CP, however, many therapies can aid in muscle stretching, yet disregard muscle strengthening and the prevention of atrophy. Focused Clinical Question: What are the effects of progressive resistance training on muscular strength and mobility in children with cerebral palsy? Summary of Key Findings: Progressive resistance training is best for preventing muscle atrophy and weakness due to skeletal muscle being most adaptive to mechanical load. One of the high-quality studies showed …


Mental Health Stigma: Promoting Compassionate Care In The U.S. Healthcare System, Wuraola Awosan, Akuchinyere Onyinyechukwu Titus Okpanachi, Fredrick Olusegun Akinyosoye, Perseverance Nothando Moyo Apr 2025

Mental Health Stigma: Promoting Compassionate Care In The U.S. Healthcare System, Wuraola Awosan, Akuchinyere Onyinyechukwu Titus Okpanachi, Fredrick Olusegun Akinyosoye, Perseverance Nothando Moyo

Liberty University Research Week

Introduction/Background: Individuals with mental health disorders frequently contend with societal misconceptions regarding their conditions, leading to stigma, even within the healthcare system. Mental health stigma in the U.S. healthcare system occurs primarily at two levels: interpersonal and structural. This stigma profoundly influences the type and quality of care provided to individuals with mental health illnesses, resulting in increased morbidity and mortality, delayed treatment, and reduced quality of life. This study aims to evaluate how mental health stigma manifests at both the interpersonal and structural levels in the American healthcare system. Methods: A systematic literature review approach was adopted. Literature was …


Mechanisms Of Behavioral Change In Hosts Of Toxoplasma Gondii: A Review, Olivia Grimsley, David Rockabrand Apr 2025

Mechanisms Of Behavioral Change In Hosts Of Toxoplasma Gondii: A Review, Olivia Grimsley, David Rockabrand

Liberty University Research Week

The parasite Toxoplasma gondii is a highly ubiquitous parasite that latently infects an estimated 33% percent of the global population. Toxoplasmosis is of obvious clinical significance due to the extremely high risks to the unborn who contract it congenitally. Less attention has been given to a more subtle aspect of latent infection, which is the behavioral alterations that are commonly experienced by those who contract the parasite. Infected individuals common display a variety of altered behaviors, such as increased aggression and risk-seeking behaviors, depression, higher tendency towards suicide and self-directed violence, a loss of fear response, and a greatly increased …


Effects Of Dry Needling On Plantar Heel Pain: A Critically Appraised Topic, Elise Cauthen, Emma Rivas, Julia Mangum Apr 2025

Effects Of Dry Needling On Plantar Heel Pain: A Critically Appraised Topic, Elise Cauthen, Emma Rivas, Julia Mangum

Liberty University Research Week

Plantar heel pain affects approximately 10% of the general population, with various treatments proposed to alleviate symptoms, the most common being stretching and taping. However, the evidence supporting these modalities remains inconclusive, as studies have yielded mixed results regarding their effectiveness in managing the condition. This critically appraised topic investigates the question, in patients with plantar heel pain, does dry needling of myofascial trigger points improve pain and function compared to other treatments (e.g., stretching, foot taping, anti-inflammatory injections)? All three studies demonstrated a significant reduction in perceived pain for individuals who received dry needling. One study, which compared dry …


Anuran Use Of Old Lake Habitat Versus New Lake Expansion, Joshua Sorenson, Corbin Denton, Kaitlyn Hopkins, Keaton Dowdy, Matthew Becker, Paul Sattler, Rachel Weaver Apr 2025

Anuran Use Of Old Lake Habitat Versus New Lake Expansion, Joshua Sorenson, Corbin Denton, Kaitlyn Hopkins, Keaton Dowdy, Matthew Becker, Paul Sattler, Rachel Weaver

Liberty University Research Week

The enlargement of the Hydaway Lake presents amphibian species present in the lake new areas and habitats to explore and live in. This will be the first breeding season that the new portion of the lake will contain water, so this study is to look at how anurans utilize this habitat. Some species we expect to find in early spring, are the Wood Frog (Lithobates sylvaticus) and the American Toad (Anaxyrus americanus) which are very opportunistic as well as other species such as Spring Peepers and Pickerel Frogs. We hypothesize that the old habitat will have increased vocalizations and egg …


Evaluating Bird Diversity Dynamics: A Pre- And Post-Lake Expansion Survey, Elizabeth Williams, Ariana Cardenas, Cassandra Maart, Eugene Sattler, Kevin Cook, Matthew Becker, Sarah Streetman Apr 2025

Evaluating Bird Diversity Dynamics: A Pre- And Post-Lake Expansion Survey, Elizabeth Williams, Ariana Cardenas, Cassandra Maart, Eugene Sattler, Kevin Cook, Matthew Becker, Sarah Streetman

Liberty University Research Week

Lake expansion is a common environmental management practice that can significantly impact local ecosystems, including avian communities. Previous research has demonstrated that factors such as lake size, vegetation cover, food availability, and shoreline characteristics positively influence bird diversity and density. The expansion of the lake at Camp Hydaway provides a unique opportunity to see how bird diversity has changed compared to pre-lake expansion historical data. We hypothesize that the lake expansion will result in increased bird diversity and density, particularly among waterfowl species. To test this hypothesis, we will conduct point counts at designated observation sites and deploy trail cameras …


The Impact Of The Presidential Inauguration On The Hospitlaity Industry, Jadynn Blackstone Eye, Abigail Baker, Emily Mccormick, Gwendolyn Liptak Apr 2025

The Impact Of The Presidential Inauguration On The Hospitlaity Industry, Jadynn Blackstone Eye, Abigail Baker, Emily Mccormick, Gwendolyn Liptak

Liberty University Research Week

The research titled The Impact of the Presidential Inauguration on the Hospitality Industry: An Analysis of Economic Gains for the Industry examines how high-profile political event influences the hospitality sector, particularly in terms of revenue generation, occupancy rates, and service demand. The study hypothesizes that presidential inaugurations lead to significant economic benefits for hotels, restaurants, and related businesses due to increased tourism and large-scale event planning. The central research question explores: To what extent does the presidential inauguration drive economic gains within the hospitality industry? Existing literature suggests that major political and sporting events boost local economies, particularly in tourism …


The Effects Of Regular Exercise Compared To Standard Care Alone On Postpartum Depression In Women: A Critically Appraised Topic, Brooke Mcduffee, Abigail Jensen Apr 2025

The Effects Of Regular Exercise Compared To Standard Care Alone On Postpartum Depression In Women: A Critically Appraised Topic, Brooke Mcduffee, Abigail Jensen

Liberty University Research Week

Childbirth can cause a variety of different emotions, joy to anxiety, excitement to fear and can also cause postpartum depression. Postpartum depression is a depressive episode that begins in or extends into the postpartum period and is a major concern for new mothers.2 It affects approximately 10-16% of women annually and can be seen within the first few days after delivery and symptoms can last up to a year postdelivery.3,4 These symptoms can be triggered because of psychological, social, or biological stressors and all the hormonal changes in the body. Typically, postpartum depression is usually diagnosed within six weeks of …


Ai Applications In Sports: Evaluating Adoption Among Lu Student-Athletes, Gozde Sezgun, Randall Eaker, Yiming Ji Apr 2025

Ai Applications In Sports: Evaluating Adoption Among Lu Student-Athletes, Gozde Sezgun, Randall Eaker, Yiming Ji

Liberty University Research Week

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the sports industry, offering advanced tools for performance analytics, training optimization, and injury prevention. While AI-driven technologies such as video analysis, biometric wearables, and predictive modeling have been widely adopted in professional sports, their integration within collegiate athletics remains underexplored (Wang et al., 2024). Figure 1 illustrates AI’s role in processing data streams, while Figures 2 and 3 highlight AI-driven training, injury prediction, real-time performance forecast and decision-making frameworks. Despite increasing interest in AI applications in sports, limited research investigates how these tools are utilized in student-athlete training and competition. Understanding AI adoption among collegiate …


The Impact Of Tabletop Pos Systems On Restaurant Servers' Tip Amounts, Grace Shellhart, Addison Maday, Grant Thomas, Kyunam Kim Apr 2025

The Impact Of Tabletop Pos Systems On Restaurant Servers' Tip Amounts, Grace Shellhart, Addison Maday, Grant Thomas, Kyunam Kim

Liberty University Research Week

This study investigates how tabletop point-of-sale (POS) systems impact the server’s tips compared to having the check come to the table. Servers who have had tabletop POS systems come into their workplace have thought they have felt a decrease in tips because of these systems, but no research has been done on this exact topic before to validate or invalidate those feelings. This is why this study will answer the question of, “How does the use of a tabletop POS system affect restaurant server’s tip amount?” This question will be answered by a qualitative study with a quasi-experimental design, done …


A Survey Of Freshwater Mussels In Opossum Creek, Jonathan Schreck, Kyle Harris Apr 2025

A Survey Of Freshwater Mussels In Opossum Creek, Jonathan Schreck, Kyle Harris

Liberty University Research Week

This poster outlines the theoretical research process for surveying the freshwater mussels in Opossum Creek. It provides relevant background information about mussels in Virginia, outlines the research process and expected results, and provides directions for future study.


"Reasons Why Collegiate Football Athletes Enter The Transfer Portal", Sage Crane, Andrew Frasco, Okechukwu Osuji Apr 2025

"Reasons Why Collegiate Football Athletes Enter The Transfer Portal", Sage Crane, Andrew Frasco, Okechukwu Osuji

Liberty University Research Week

The increasing trend of collegiate football players entering the transfer portal has piqued significant interest in recent years, yet little is understood about the specific reasons behind these decisions. This study aims to investigate the primary factors influencing why collegiate football players decide to enter the transfer portal. The research question guiding this study is: “What are the primary factors in the reasons that collegiate football athletes enter the transfer portal?” Our hypothesis posits that there are identifiable primary factors in the reasons why collegiate football athletes enter the transfer portal. Using a probability sampling method, the study will gather …


Second Modality Implications On The Second Language Acquisition Of Asl/English Interpreting Students, Eden Svoboda Apr 2025

Second Modality Implications On The Second Language Acquisition Of Asl/English Interpreting Students, Eden Svoboda

Liberty University Research Week

American Sign Language (ASL) takes seven years to gain fluency, meaning ASL/English interpreting (ASLI) students in four-year programs are potentially not fully prepared upon graduation. While there is barely adequate research presenting the differences in learning a second language (L2) as a new modality compared to the same modality of the first language (L1), insufficient research exists detailing the implications of these differences on ASLI students and how to compensate for them. This theoretical qualitative study is aimed at revealing the implications of learning a new modality alongside a second language (L2M2) for ASLI students in four-year programs. Quasi-structured yet …


Importance Of Visual Sign Language Bibles For An Unreached People Group, Ellie Fogarty, Nicolette Velasquez Apr 2025

Importance Of Visual Sign Language Bibles For An Unreached People Group, Ellie Fogarty, Nicolette Velasquez

Liberty University Research Week

An estimated 98% of the dDeaf Community has yet to embrace Christianity, due to the lack of accessible biblical resources in their native language. In 2020, Deaf Missions, an organization dedicated to evangelizing to dDeaf Communities, completed the first American Sign Language Bible (ASLV). This pivotal work provides the dDeaf American Sign Language users, with access to Scripture in their primary mode of communication. Despite its significance, research on the impact of ASLV remains limited. The researcher aims to address the research question: “What is the importance and impact of visual sign language Bibles for the dDeaf Community?” This qualitative …


Assessing The Impact Of Youth Sport Participation On Social Anxiety Levels Among Adolescents Ages 9-13, Caleb Weissinger, Alexandria Moore, Jonathan Edwards, Matthew Alcantar, Nathan Hamilton Apr 2025

Assessing The Impact Of Youth Sport Participation On Social Anxiety Levels Among Adolescents Ages 9-13, Caleb Weissinger, Alexandria Moore, Jonathan Edwards, Matthew Alcantar, Nathan Hamilton

Liberty University Research Week

This quantitative research proposal is designed to discover and observe any effects on the social anxiety and wellbeing of adolescents from ages 9-13 based on participation in youth sport. According to the authors of the article “What to Know About Youth Anxiety,” recent years have seen a significant rise in rates of social anxiety in this age group. The research is aimed to find out if there is correlation between the rise in youth social anxiety and the positive and negative effects that result from participating in youth sport. This study will require randomly selecting children, both male and female, …


Resiliency And The Effect On Recovery Time In The Athletes Affected By Sport-Related Concussion: A Critically Appraised Topic, Megan Dombrowski Apr 2025

Resiliency And The Effect On Recovery Time In The Athletes Affected By Sport-Related Concussion: A Critically Appraised Topic, Megan Dombrowski

Liberty University Research Week

Clinical scenario: Mental health has been shown to have a direct correlation to the physical well-being and performance of athletes. Resiliency is a newer psychological construct that assesses one’s ability to “bounce back” from adversity. Focused Clinical Question: Do resiliency scores correlate to the recovery/return to play time of sports-related concussions in adolescent/young adult athletes? Summary of Key Findings: All three articles found that there is a correlation between low resiliency scores and longer return to play times in adolescents/young adults with sport-related concussions. Clinical Bottom Line/Strength of Recommendation: Grade B evidence found that there is a statistically significance in …


The Effectiveness Of Therapeutic Diathermy Compared To Therapeutic Ultrasound On Decreasing Pain Associated With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Critically Appraised Topic, Carter Zimmerman, Rhayl Danfer Gray, Robert Bonser Apr 2025

The Effectiveness Of Therapeutic Diathermy Compared To Therapeutic Ultrasound On Decreasing Pain Associated With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Critically Appraised Topic, Carter Zimmerman, Rhayl Danfer Gray, Robert Bonser

Liberty University Research Week

Clinical Scenario: Knee osteoarthritis (KOA) is typically more experienced in older populations and conservative treatment strategies favor ultrasound as a treatment option. In the past thermal diathermy was used more frequently as a treatment method before ultrasound was more widely administered. However, there is no conclusive evidence stating which treatment method is more beneficial. Focused Clinical Question: Is diathermy as effective or more effective as ultrasound in reducing symptoms in patients suffering with KOA? Summary of Key Findings: All three studies showed no significant difference in WOMAC scores between subjects who received diathermy compared to those who received ultrasound. One …


Healthy Sendoffs: The Long-Term Mental Health Effects On Nicu Parents And How Nurses Can Improve Outcomes, Christine Lyford Apr 2025

Healthy Sendoffs: The Long-Term Mental Health Effects On Nicu Parents And How Nurses Can Improve Outcomes, Christine Lyford

Liberty University Research Week

Background: Parents who enter the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) undergo numerous stressors on their psychological wellbeing that can leave them with impacts long after discharge. This review was conducted to analyze the severity of long-term mental health deficits in parents and compare various nursing interventions that could decrease the incidence of these deficits. Methods: Seven databases were searched within the past seven years and documented in the PRISMA flow chart with twelve articles being identified as meeting the inclusion requirements. Results: These articles found a higher prevalence of adverse mental health outcomes in NICU parents, with a focus on …


The Outcomes Of Various Surgical Treatments For Sports Hernia Repair In Athletes: A Critically Appraised Topic, Holly Dass Apr 2025

The Outcomes Of Various Surgical Treatments For Sports Hernia Repair In Athletes: A Critically Appraised Topic, Holly Dass

Liberty University Research Week

Clinical Scenario: Various surgical methods of treatment for sports hernias (athletic pubalgia) have been researched and tested. Surgical methods such as adductor tenotomies, hernia repairs, and rectus abdominis-adductor longus (RA-AL) aponeurotic plate repair have been tested and evaluated to measure their effectiveness on sports hernia recovery. Focused Clinical Question: What are the outcomes of the different surgical sports hernia repair methods on athletes? Summary of Key Findings: The authors of two high-quality studies determined that athletes who obtain either adductor longus tenotomy with or without a concomitant sports hernia repair or RA-AL aponeurotic plate repair improve symptoms and either have …


Barriers And Strategies For Improving Access To Mental Health Services In Uganda: A Social Cognitive Approach, Rebecca Martha Nantale, Maame Yaa Okrah, Nfn Dangpa Wandji Nana, Yenigat Abate Apr 2025

Barriers And Strategies For Improving Access To Mental Health Services In Uganda: A Social Cognitive Approach, Rebecca Martha Nantale, Maame Yaa Okrah, Nfn Dangpa Wandji Nana, Yenigat Abate

Liberty University Research Week

Access to mental health services in Uganda remains a critical challenge despite the rising prevalence of mental health disorders. This study uses the social cognitive approach to explore the barriers and strategies for improving access to mental health services in Uganda. Interventions are proposed to address these barriers, including community-based mental health awareness campaigns, enhanced training for healthcare providers, and stakeholder collaboration to reform outdated mental health policies. A review of existing literature indicates that mental health disorders are on the rise in Uganda, yet the availability and accessibility of professional care remain inadequate. Cultural perceptions often frame mental illness …


Reexamining The Anthropological Problem Of Life In The Contemporary Era: A Theological Critique Of Materialism And The Case For A Christocentric Perception, Samy Tshileu Apr 2025

Reexamining The Anthropological Problem Of Life In The Contemporary Era: A Theological Critique Of Materialism And The Case For A Christocentric Perception, Samy Tshileu

Liberty University Research Week

History has shown a unique set of challenges faced by every era. The anthropological problem of life, which is caused by the economic perception of life, is one of the main challenges of the Contemporary Era. This challenge is a perennial problem of humans’ struggle to understand the essence of life and live it according to its design. This economic perception of life distorts the understanding of life’s true essence, leading to a disconnection from spiritual truths and meaning. This challenge makes it difficult for individuals to see the reality of the gospel and accept the truth of the gospel. …


Determining Stature Using Hand And Foot Dimensions On Understudied Ethnicities, Kati Platt, Andrew Albus, Andrew Stoltzfus Apr 2025

Determining Stature Using Hand And Foot Dimensions On Understudied Ethnicities, Kati Platt, Andrew Albus, Andrew Stoltzfus

Liberty University Research Week

Within Central America, 96% of murders go unresolved. On the contrary, only about 30% of murders go unresolved in India. Anthropometric measurements of hands and feet have been done to determine stature of a person in areas with lower unresolved murders, with less information on Hispanic ethnicities. This gap in knowledge between these two different areas and ethnicities provides the framework for this study. In many developing countries, anatomical measurements are the only source available for identification due to the cost and availability of DNA analysis. The study of anthropometry aids in the identification process. Environmental factors, lifestyle, and genetics …


Effects Of Dry Needling On Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome In Women: A Critically Appraised Topic, Madison Cornell, Ethan Austell, J.E. Lawrence Apr 2025

Effects Of Dry Needling On Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome In Women: A Critically Appraised Topic, Madison Cornell, Ethan Austell, J.E. Lawrence

Liberty University Research Week

Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) is one of the most common anterior knee pains and affects 3-6% of people in the US. Dry needling (DN) is known to have many positive implications such as increased blood flow, neural response, and pain control. However, the overall effect of DN on pain outcomes and functional measures in female patients has not been well researched. The purpose of this review paper was to determine the efficacy of DN on PFPS in the female population by assessing patient-oriented outcomes and functional measures. Results: A variety of databases were used to conduct the search for relevant …


The Silent Saboteur: How Insulin Resistance Fuels Obesity And Chronic Disease, Edwin Amachree, Bright Agbotui, Chelsea Mazonde, Great Onyedika Okereke Apr 2025

The Silent Saboteur: How Insulin Resistance Fuels Obesity And Chronic Disease, Edwin Amachree, Bright Agbotui, Chelsea Mazonde, Great Onyedika Okereke

Liberty University Research Week

Abstract Introduction/Background: Insulin resistance (IR) is a crucial mechanism that associates obesity with chronic diseases, including type 2 diabetes mellitus, cardiovascular disease, and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. However, public health initiatives tend to prioritize caloric intake over the underlying dysregulation of hormonal and biochemical processes that drive metabolic dysregulation. Objectives: To summarize the biomedical mechanisms of insulin resistance and examine dietary, lifestyle, and pharmacological interventions from a translational perspective. Methods: Peer-reviewed literature was examined through narrative review, summarizing discovery from biochemical, clinical, and epidemiological investigations. Using databases, such as PubMed and Scopus, articles focusing on insulin signaling pathways, dietary effects, …


The Health And Human Cost Of Illegal Refinery In Port Harcourt Metropolis: A Public Health Perspective, Akuchinyere Onyinyechukwu Titus Okpanachi, Wuraola Awosan Apr 2025

The Health And Human Cost Of Illegal Refinery In Port Harcourt Metropolis: A Public Health Perspective, Akuchinyere Onyinyechukwu Titus Okpanachi, Wuraola Awosan

Liberty University Research Week

Illegal crude oil refining, also known as "kpo-fire," has become a significant environmental and public health crisis in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, due to its socioeconomic, environmental, and health impacts. This illegal refinery results in significant environmental pollution in Port Harcourt. The pollution contaminates air, water, and soil, causing respiratory and cardiovascular diseases, neurological damage, reproductive issues, lung cancers, and death. The World Health Organization (WHO) reports seven million untimely deaths annually due to air pollution diseases at the global level. In 2019, Nigeria had the highest number of air pollution-related child pneumonia deaths in the world, with an overall figure …


Removing The Blame From Children In Poverty: Deficit Ideology And The Mishandling Of Behavioral Issues, Sarah Gross Apr 2025

Removing The Blame From Children In Poverty: Deficit Ideology And The Mishandling Of Behavioral Issues, Sarah Gross

Diversity & Social Justice in Education Conference

According to data from the US Census Bureau (2023), the official poverty rate for those under 18 years of age was 16%, however when adjusted to 150% of the poverty line, it is estimated that about 26% of children are living in poverty. Data from the Center for Disease Control indicates that among these children living in poverty, 1 in 5 experiences a mental, behavioral, or developmental disorder (CDC, 2022). In addition to this, the American Psychological Association reports that children and teens in poverty are at a greater risk for below average academic achievement and behavioral problems (APA, 2024). …


Lessons Learned: Fabrizio López-Gallo, Mercedes Cardona Apr 2025

Lessons Learned: Fabrizio López-Gallo, Mercedes Cardona

Journal of Financial Crises

Fabrizio López-Gallo served as the Bank of Mexico’s director general of financial stability during the COVID-19 pandemic, having been financial sector specialist and risk analysis and special projects manager for the central bank during the 2007–09 Global Financial Crisis (GFC). The Mexican government declared a health emergency at the outbreak of the pandemic and implemented a general economic shutdown. The Bank of Mexico intervened by cutting rates and initiating extraordinary measures, such as adding bond swaps and loosening rules for minimum deposits at commercial banks to provide liquidity. It gave flexibility to commercial banks to grant forbearance on mortgage payments …


Lessons Learned: Cecilia Skingsley, Maryann Haggerty Apr 2025

Lessons Learned: Cecilia Skingsley, Maryann Haggerty

Journal of Financial Crises

During the Swedish banking crisis of the early 1990s, Cecilia Skingsley was the press secretary for the Ministry of Finance. She held various roles, including chief economist, at Swedbank, one of Sweden’s largest banks, from 2007 to 2013, a period that included the Global Financial Crisis (GFC) and European Sovereign Debt Crisis. Swedbank suffered heavy losses amid the GFC and relied on a government guarantee program for support. In 2013, she became a deputy governor of Sveriges Riksbank, Sweden’s central bank; in 2019, she became first deputy governor. Skingsley left the Riksbank in September 2022 to become head of the …