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An Examination Of Benefits Between Massage Therapy And Mental Health, Alexis Fears
An Examination Of Benefits Between Massage Therapy And Mental Health, Alexis Fears
University Honors College
Mental health affects millions of people every year, which is why finding effective treatment methods are important. This paper goes into a deep dive into the practice of massage therapy and its promising intervention for treated mental health disorders. Studies on the physiology of psychiatric disorders on the mental and physical states of the body will be reviewed. Following the examination of the effect the disorders have on the body, an examination of the effects of massage therapy on the physical and mental aspects of a psychiatric disorder will be provided. The findings show that massage therapy works to reduce …
The Female Athlete Triad: Understanding The Why And How, Haley Chaney
The Female Athlete Triad: Understanding The Why And How, Haley Chaney
University Honors College
The Female Athlete Triad consists of 3 disorders that do not necessarily have to happen in a specific order. The 3 disorders that form the Female Athlete Triad are amenorrhea, eating disorder (which coincides with low energy levels), and/or bone mineral density (osteoporosis). An athlete will most likely experience these disorders in a “slippery slope” metaphor, if you will, which we will dive deeper into later in this paper.
Investigating Outcomes Of Emerging Treatments For Cerebral Palsy, Hannah Halt
Investigating Outcomes Of Emerging Treatments For Cerebral Palsy, Hannah Halt
University Honors College
Cerebral palsy presents a complex neurological challenge affecting movement and posture, with significant implications for individuals' quality of life. This essay provides a thorough examination of cerebral palsy, covering its prevalence, types, and associated health conditions. It explores current treatment modalities, including constraint-induced therapy, gaitfocused physical therapy, and cell-based therapies, highlighting their effectiveness and cost considerations. Ethical dilemmas in stem cell research for cerebral palsy are being discussed, alongside ongoing clinical trials and their potential impact. Through a multidisciplinary approach, this essay sheds light on the evolving landscape of cerebral palsy treatment, emphasizing the importance of early detection and intervention …
My Way Or The Highway: The Development And Use Of Behavior Management And School Discipline, Patricia Thomas
My Way Or The Highway: The Development And Use Of Behavior Management And School Discipline, Patricia Thomas
University Honors Program
Behavior management is a crucial topic in education. The management of student behavior in a classroom can affect the entire learning experience. As the needs of students and teachers change, the methods of behavior management adapt to accommodate new needs. This thesis identifies behavior management starting in the 1960’s and research determining its effectiveness. The causes of change in classroom and school-wide discipline systems are addressed, including political climates, court involvement, and tragic events within schools. The behavior management methods used in the current day are discussed. Through a review of literature and online sources, the information provided was gathered …
Berry Exotic: Alternative Therapies, Marissa Willimann
Berry Exotic: Alternative Therapies, Marissa Willimann
University Honors Program
Exotic berries are beginning to be investigated for their preventative properties such as antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, and hypocholesterolaemic levels. Berries consisting of these factors have been shown to reduce the risk for cardiovascular complications, acute or chronic diseases and other metabolic disease processes. These natural remedies are used to create a more holistic approach to medicine. The question raised is if the natural antioxidants and antiinflammatory properties that acaí, maqui, and blackthorn berries produce are more effective, less effective, or have no effect compared to medications that can be used. Research shows that reduction of glucose, total cholesterol and low density …
The Men And Women Merely Players: Can Dramatherapy Can Help Those Who Need It Most?, Olivia Underwood
The Men And Women Merely Players: Can Dramatherapy Can Help Those Who Need It Most?, Olivia Underwood
University Honors Program
Within the following work, we will discover the history, applications, and effectiveness of Dramatherapy, also called drama therapy. By looking at the origins of the ideas of both Psychodrama and Dramatherapy, we can see how far it has come and where it still needs to go. This information came from texts books, memoirs, and various articles. After that we will find how the efforts of Dramatherapists have paid off. By looking at specific case studies from the Americas and abroad, we can see the positive effects that using the traditions of theater as therapy. Across the board we see positive …