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Pediatric Medical Traumatic Stress: An Integrative Literature Review, Cassia Onken
Pediatric Medical Traumatic Stress: An Integrative Literature Review, Cassia Onken
Grace Peterson Nursing Research Colloquium
Pediatric Medical Traumatic Stress (PMTS) is a common occurrence and not well understood by the medical community. Therefore, identifying key concepts is necessary to provide early intervention for children and parents. The purpose of this literature review is to evaluate current research to determine common themes of PMTS. Questions included “What is known about the defining characteristics of PMTS?” and “What variable interactions predispose a child to PMTS development?” Articles were found using CINAHL, PsychInfo, PubMed, ProQuest, and Academic Search Complete using key words like acute stress disorder, post-traumatic stress, medical traumatic stress, pediatric, child, parent, and guardian. Studies had …
The Role Of Spirituality Among Schizophrenia Patients: An Integrated Literature Review, Sarah Bieber
The Role Of Spirituality Among Schizophrenia Patients: An Integrated Literature Review, Sarah Bieber
Grace Peterson Nursing Research Colloquium
Abstract
Background: Over the past 30 years, the field of psychology has evolved to become more receptive towards spirituality as an influential concept in the recovery of many mental health illnesses. The role of spirituality as it relates to recovery for patients living with schizophrenia, however, has not been effectively explored. In order to induce a spiritual sense, one must have an ability to think and reflect abstractly; however, this requirement conflicts with the schizophrenic mind’s preference for concrete thinking. It is questionable whether patients with schizophrenia regard the role of spirituality as it relates to their recovery in the …
The Effects Of Physical Exercise On The Executive Functions Of Children With Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: An Integrative Review Of Literature, Julie Diamond
Grace Peterson Nursing Research Colloquium
Abstract
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental disorder that affects 6.4 million children in the United States. These children often experience deficits in both behavioral and cognitive executive functioning. Physical exercise (PE) has been gaining recognition as an alternative non-pharmacological treatment option for children with ADHD. This study aims to gain a better understanding of the efficacy of physical exercise in improving the executive functions (EF) of these children. Critical gaps in the literature were identified and addressed. A detailed search was conducted using CINAHL, PubMed, and PsycINFO. Peer-reviewed studies written in English and published between 2006 …
Personality Traits, Perceived Stress, And Coping Mechanisms Of Emergency Department Nurses, Brittany Knipp
Personality Traits, Perceived Stress, And Coping Mechanisms Of Emergency Department Nurses, Brittany Knipp
Grace Peterson Nursing Research Colloquium
No abstract provided.
Effective Nursing Interventions For Patients With High Health Anxiety: An Integrative Literature Review, Christina Hetz
Effective Nursing Interventions For Patients With High Health Anxiety: An Integrative Literature Review, Christina Hetz
Grace Peterson Nursing Research Colloquium
Effective Nursing Interventions For Patients With High Health Anxiety: An Integrative Literature Review
Christina Hetz
Faculty Sponsor: Dr. Young-Me Lee, PhD, RN, Larry Maturin MSN, APN, ACNS-BC, CEN, CCRN
Background: Patients with high health anxiety over seek medical services, resulting unnecessary and possibly invasive tests, consultations, and medication. This behavior ultimately results in iatrogenesis and causes symptoms of high health anxiety to increase.
Aim: The purpose of this integrative literature review was to identify interventions to lessen symptoms of high health anxiety, and the healthcare providers most successful in providing these interventions.
Method: An integrative literature review was conducted using …
Eating Disorders: Identifying, Assessing, And Treatment, Valerie M. Miranda
Eating Disorders: Identifying, Assessing, And Treatment, Valerie M. Miranda
National Youth Advocacy and Resilience Conference
This presentation will address DSM-V criteria for feeding and eating disorders, demographics for eating disorders, long-term medical issues associated with eating disorders, assessment measures for feeding and eating disorders, and resources for the community. Being able to identify, assess, and treat eating disorders within the children and adolescent population is crucial in their long-term physical development and mental health as eating disorders typically begin in mid-adolescence.
Meditation As An Intervention For College Students, Ameen Wahba
Meditation As An Intervention For College Students, Ameen Wahba
UNO Student Research and Creative Activity Fair
College students face a variety of stressors and are increasingly susceptible to mental health disorders. Meditation is considered a secular intervention to aid in well-being as well as an aspect of the religious or spiritual experience. In regard to application in daily life, many individuals are unaware of the varieties of meditation available. This work will aim to demystify the practice of meditation in a practical context, specifically focusing its simplicity and lack of cost. Focused Awareness meditation, Open Monitoring Meditation, and Compassion Meditation will be compared and contrasted for their varying benefits in the context of the life of …