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Cardiac health education and policy implementation: Implications for educating the long-term cardiovascular effects of excessive adolescent alcohol consumption
No full textThe context of this paper is set within my life journey as a hospital worker while studying in the Master of Education program, where I had the opportunity to broaden my knowledge of cardiology and apply my graduate training.I learned that certain factors impact cardiovascular health including excessive alcohol consumption, which raises concerns about cardiovascular disease. My interest in this topic began with the rising cardiovascular health issues that I have seen in adolescent patients. The significance of this topic is the long-term cardiovascular effects of adolescent alcohol consumption.Excessive amounts of alcohol consumption increase the risk of cardiovascular disease. Key stakeholders including teachers, educational support staff, counsellors, school administration,and parents can make an impact through education. Key stakeholders need to be accountable to provide education to adolescent students about the risks associated with cardiovascular disease from alcohol consumption. I argue that ongoing cardiac health education with policy implementation can effectively reduce excessive adolescent alcohol consumption and prevent the long-term dismal outcomes of cardiovascular disease. Individuals with less education about cardiovascular health are more at risk of alcohol-related harms. Prevention programs can offer support to students struggling with alcohol abuse. Parents and teachers can be involved with community programs. Practical applications include learning the impacts of alcohol consumption on cardiac health and conveying knowledge in hospitals and communities. Policy implementation for the hospitals and communities include alcohol use and cardiac health education. I advocate for the key stakeholders to participate in education sessions about alcohol use to promote cardiovascular health and mitigate cardiovascular disease.adolescentsalcohol abusecardiac health educationprogram-based interventionpolicy implementationCapstonecardiovascular diseas
‘The dreaded and dreadful Robert Lake’: Navigating elitism and the ‘race to nowhere’ in academia
No full textIn the fall of 2021, a survey was conducted by scholars representing the Ontario Confederation of University Faculty Associations, with results published in the journal Academic Matters. Some of us in this room may have read the article, which was about the state of mental health among higher education faculty. The authors argued that while the pandemic exacerbated mental health issues among faculty, problems had been brewing for some time. Over 20 years ago, Gail Kinman’s findings, published in The International Journal of Experimental Educational Psychology, revealed that faculty members in the UK, US and Australia consistently reported high levels of stress, anxiety, and other mental health issues. These results have been corroborated by more recent studies, such as one from Australia in 2003, which found that academic staff struggled with mental illness at 3-4 times the general population rate. In 2010, results from a survey spanning several Canadian institutions reported that 24% (roughly 1 in 4 professors) had a substantial level of psychological distress. A European survey published in 2017 by RAND stated that number as high as 37%; that is, a little over 1 in 3 lecturers or professors indicated a mental disorder. A British study, also from 2017, put that number at 43%; more than 2 out of every 5 academics experienced symptoms of depression, anxiety or burnout. One of the most recent surveys, from 2021, reported that 64% (almost 2/3rds of academics) are experiencing mental health issues.Not peer reviewe
Opioid crisis : client experiences at the opioid dependency programs : Alberta's North Zone, The
No full textThe opioid crisis in Canada is increasingly taking the lives of people who use substances and has been worsened by COVID-19. Understanding the lived experience of those who use opioids is essential in addressing the current crisis and in developing the most meaningful client centered interventions. The goal of this study was to understand how individuals diagnosed with an opioid use disorder engage in treatment specifically, what factors, circumstances, events, and interventions promote engagement for those with an opioid use disorder to seek treatment. An interpretative phenomenological analysis was used to examine factors contributing to the misuse of opioids as well as the factors which influence engagement of individuals in treatment. This may provide valuable information on how to increase uptake in treatment services and ultimately to prevent opioid poisonings. Data was obtained through semi-structured interviews exploring the lived experiences of four individuals currently enrolled in the four opioid dependency programs in northern communities in western Canada. Six common themes were identified as contributing to client engagement at opioid dependency clinics: stigma, social isolation, belonging and connection, shame, and guilt, losing everything and building back. The findings of this study provided insight regarding factors supporting engagement in addiction treatment and recommendations to improve and enhance treatment services at opioid dependency programs.Includes bibliographical references (pages 100-113)."In partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Psychiatric Nursing.
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No full textTRADE-OFF
This series of prints is modeled on exchange, partnership, trust and giving. Artists worked in teams of two and printed editions for a fellow team of two: working together to ink, print, prep paper, and troubleshoot to make a quality edition for their peers. The resulting images are intrinsic to the theme, Trade-Off.
These printed works were created as part of the special topics course – PRNT 305 – Patio Press X Emily Carr and were exhibited in the exhibition Pressed Together, at Emily Carr University of Art + Design in the Michael O’Brian Exhibition Commons Gallery, October 10 - 28, 202
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No full textTRADE-OFF
This series of prints is modeled on exchange, partnership, trust and giving. Artists worked in teams of two and printed editions for a fellow team of two: working together to ink, print, prep paper, and troubleshoot to make a quality edition for their peers. The resulting images are intrinsic to the theme, Trade-Off.
These printed works were created as part of the special topics course – PRNT 305 – Patio Press X Emily Carr and were exhibited in the exhibition Pressed Together, at Emily Carr University of Art + Design in the Michael O’Brian Exhibition Commons Gallery, October 10 - 28, 202
Solutions to selected exercises from math 1274 textbook
No full textSolutions to selected exercises from Mathematics 1274 : Calculus II - Economics & Business Application
Investigate and promote an agency
No full textWelcome to your role in an international mission. This mission is dedicated to expanding educational access and championing student empowerment through "open pedagogy." In this approach, you, as a student, are at the heart of an engaging, collaborative learning environment, with the freedom to access your educational journey. What is this mission's ultimate goal? To heighten social justice in our community, promoting the free exchange of knowledge and work. Under the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) framework, this renewable assignment paves your path to becoming an agent of change within your community. Prepare to embark on this transformative journey.
For this work, we will integrate the disciplines of Reading, Psychological Sciences, Mathematics, Statistics and Data Science, Urban development, sustainability, and public policy to respond to SDG #2: Zero Hunger. Within this SDG, we will focus on the specific target 2.1: By 2030, end hunger and ensure access by all people, in particular, the poor and people in vulnerable situations, including infants, to safe, nutritious, and sufficient food all year round.Not peer reviewedassignment guidelinesUN Sustainable Development Goals Open Pedagogy Faculty Fellowshi
Real voices, real people
No full textWelcome to your role in an international mission. This mission is dedicated to expanding educational access and championing student empowerment through "open pedagogy." In this approach, you, as a student, are at the heart of an engaging, collaborative learning environment, with the freedom to access your educational journey. What is this mission's ultimate goal? To heighten social justice in our community, promoting the free exchange of knowledge and work. Under the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) framework, this renewable assignment paves your path to becoming an agent of change within your community. Prepare to embark on this transformative journey.
For this work, we will integrate the Communication and Adult Basic Education Programs disciplines to achieve the primary goal of responding to SDG #10: Reduced Inequalities. Within this SDG, we will focus on the specific target 10.2. This assignment also focuses on SDG #8: Decent Work and Economic Growth.Not peer reviewedassignment guidelinesUN Sustainable Development Goals Open Pedagogy Faculty Fellowshi