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Identifying Patterns of Violent Crime Recidivism Among Police Officers
Full text linkPresentation at the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences 2025 Annual Meeting in Denver, CO on March 13, 2025
Promising Practices for Increasing the Number of Equity-Owed Lifeguards in Canada and the United States of America
No full textCurrently a shortage of lifeguards exists in Canada and the United States (US) (Frommer, 2023; Santucci, 2024), and those who are working as lifeguards often do not reflect the diversity of the communities they serve (Martinez, 2020). Increasing the number of lifeguards from equity-owed groups is a potential way of increasing the lifeguard workforce and decreasing the shortage of workers in these important roles, as well as a moral imperative. In this paper I explore challenges to and promising practices aimed at increasing the representation of members equity-owed groups in lifeguarding. I begin with an overview of lifeguarding in Canada and the US. Then, we summarize key challenges to the inclusion of members equity-owed groups within lifeguarding. Next, I use archival research, an intersectional theoretical approach, and reflexive thematic analysis to highlight promising practices for promoting equitable access and inclusion for members of equity-owed groups in lifeguarding
Book Review: The Anxious Generation
No full textThe Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt examines the intersection of children\u27s technology use and health, notably anxiety and depression. Haidt presents a broad range of the research and dives deeply into the findings to underpin his arguments. He seamlessly integrates data throughout the book, drawing clear connections between the rise of digital technology and the increase in adolescent anxiety and depression. In addition to discussing the issues with technology, Haidt also offers solutions. His engaging approach to explaining the data and issues make this book an enjoyable and practical read
Book Review: Cultivating Change
No full textThis book explores how disadvantaged teenagers develop emotionally, socially, and academically through hands-on experiences at therapeutic farms. It provides a clear, practical guide to engaging with young people who may be reluctant to interact. It is written in accessible language, free from scientific jargon and presents real-life examples and thought-provoking ideas. The book makes a valuable contribution to the relatively unexplored area of farm-based playwork that playwork practitioners can apply in any setting
Comparing Lower Extremity Kinematics using TRAZER and Inertial Motion Capture Systems
No full textIntroduction: This study assessed the validity of a non-immersive body motion tracking system (TRAZER) as an alternative to using Inertial Measurement Units (IMU)-based motion capture (MyoMotion) for lower extremity kinematic analysis. Methods: Twenty healthy participants (10 females, 10 males) with a mean age of 24.03 years (range: 20-33 years) and a mean BMI of 25.15 kg/m² (range: 18.45-32.23 kg/m²) performed double and single-leg squats. Data Analysis: Kinematic data from TRAZER and MyoMotion IMUs were compared using a mixed two-way ANOVA. Results: No significant differences were observed in knee flexion data across all movements (p \u3e 0.05) and knee abduction during the left single-leg squat (p = 0.855). However, significant differences were noted for knee abduction in the double-leg squats (p \u3c 0.001) and in the right single leg squat (p = 0.03) and ankle dorsiflexion across all movements (p \u3c 0.001). Discussion: These results suggest that while TRAZER is suitable for gross movement assessment, it may not yet serve as a substitute for more precise clinical measurements
Blue Light Therapy Improves Sleep Quality and or Sleep Disturbances in Those with Concussions: A Critically Appraised Topic
No full textIntroduction: Concussions are a form of traumatic brain injury (TBI) that cause problems such as headaches, dizziness, dazed or confusion, difficulty remembering or concentrating, but one of the most common complications that can occur from concussions are sleep disturbances/disorders. About 90% of those affected by TBI reported some type of sleep disturbance that include insomnia, frequent wakefulness after onset sleep, poor sleep quality, increased need for sleep, and/or daytime sleepiness that may possibly interfere with daily living activities. Previous evidence suggests that daily blue wavelength light therapy (BLT) may be effective at reducing fatigue and improving sleep in patients recovering from mild TBI. Therefore, the clinical question of this critical appraisal is: Does BLT help improve overall sleep quality and or sleep disturbances in those with concussions? Methods: A literature search was conducted from October to November of 2023 through PubMed, Medline, Google Scholar, and ScienceDirect to identify studies of level 2 evidence or higher investigating the impact of BLT on sleep in concussed patients. Those studies included must have assessed the effectiveness of BLT versus a control to improve sleep quality and or sleep disturbances . The main outcomes were fatigue, daytime sleepiness, sleep quality, and depression. Results: Four relevant studies were included and met the inclusion and exclusion criteria. All of the studies supported the clinical question and identified that BLT intervention helps improve sleep quality and or disturbances in concussed patients. The BLT group feel asleep 57.5 minutes earlier compared to baseline (P =.004) and there was a significant reduction in fatigue in those that were in the BLT group (P \u3c .001). Additionally, a significant reduction of daytime sleepiness in the BLT group was noted (P \u3c .01). Discussion: There is significant evidence that shows that BLT improves sleep quality and or sleep disturbances in those who have sustained a concussion. BLT can alter the circadian rhythm at the time of melatonin release, with just a short amount of 30 or more minutes with the therapy through a six-week period. More healthcare providers should be educated on the effects BLT has on patients with a concussion
The BG News November 5, 2025
No full textThe BGSU campus student newspaper. Volume 105-issue 10. November 5, 2025https://scholarworks.bgsu.edu/bg-news/10275/thumbnail.jp
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