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A Report on the Archaeology of the Lunugamvehera National Park, Sri Lanka
Full text linkThis report is a survey of the archaeological sites found within the Lunugamvehera National Park in southern Sri Lanka. The Lunugamvehera National Park (now Yala Block VI) is a designated protected area under the Fauna and Flora Protection Ordinance of Sri Lanka and listed as a National Park in 1995 to protect the catchment area of the Lunugamvehera Reservoir, which was completed in 1985. The topography of Lunugamvehera is of a gently rolling terrain with several large rock outcrops and small rainfed streams and tanks. Scattered on the rock outcrops are several archaeological monuments of ancient Buddhist monasteries indicating early settlements. Human settlements in the area continued till the 1980s when the population was resettled due to the construction of the reservoir. This survey is based on multiple field visits and contain verified sites as well as potential sites ranging from early historical monastic sites to abandoned 20th century settlements. The report documents ten verified archaeological sites, three potential archaeological sites and thirty five unverified archaeological sites and features. The archaeology of the park has not been studied scientifically and this report hopes to encourage further scientific investigation into the archaeology of the park.
One Territory, Two Worlds: Criticism of Colonialism in Ishiguro’s When We Were Orphans
Full text linkThis paper analyzes Kazuo Ishiguro’s When We Were Orphans is a literary work that critiques and examines colonial structures and their consequences: Ishiguro criticizes the colonization of Shanghai by showing the inherent power imbalance between the native population and the colonizers, the chaos and lawlessness outside of the Settlement as opposed to within, and the general understanding of Shanghai and the Settlement held by characters from Britain. As a work of historical fiction, the novel serves to explore a particular society at a particular point in time, and therefore, must be analyzed with close consideration to the historical period and context in which the novel is set. At the same time, this paper concludes, Ishiguro’s observations and critiques are highly relevant in today’s society.
 
History and Humor: How Life of Brian Gives Context to Christ’s Story
Full text linkArguably, Monty Python’s The Life of Brian is one of the most controversial interpretations of Christ’s story, due to the Pythons’ shrewd, satirical sense of humor and the film’s mockery of the historical public’s admiration and obsession with messianic figures. This paper takes a similar stance to scholars who argue, however, that the film is not blasphemous—it does not mock Christ himself. The argument hinges on the distinction between Christ and Brian. In separating Christ and Brian into two figures, the film operates on another level, allowing viewers to experience the rise of a messianic figure through Brian as well as introducing them to the historical context. Therefore, though ostensibly not about Christ, The Life of Brian provides insight into the historical time period of Christ and can be beneficial for those interested in furthering their understanding of Christ’s story
Indigenous Literature: Reading Conventions for Non-Indigenous Readers
Full text linkThis paper synthesizes Indigenous critical theories of literature and the cultural languages that shape Indigenous literary texts, centering these approaches, and arguing that without this body of literary criticism, it would be impossible for Indigenous and non-Indigenous readers alike to appreciate Indigenous literature, including its profound value to humanity. It demonstrates the power of these theories by offering a reading of Thomas King’s The Back of the Turtle using them as lenses to uncover the rich tapestry, the convergence of tradition and innovation, and the transformative power of Indigenous narratives in shaping our shared understanding of humanity. In many ways, the paper argues, Indigenous critical theories have significantly paved the way for the study and interpretation of Indigenous literature, broadening the scope for readers from diverse backgrounds.
 
And so It Happens: This Poet’s Response to Pop-Up Poetry
Full text linkAs a follow-up to my previous article in Imagining SoTL, entitled “The Word: What’s in It,” this reflection further explores the relationship in the art of Pop-Up Poetry, specifically the emotional impact for both the poet and the participant
Xylazine - Emerging Cause of Death in Correctional Institutions
Full text linkAbstract: The unregulated veterinary drug Xylazine is emerging as a cause of death in State Correctional facilities. Unlike the drug Fentanyl, there is no antidote. The origins and toxicity of the drug are discussed and illustrated with a case study of an offender death due to Xylazine mixed with Fentanyl. There are precautions that prison officials can take, and correctional nurses that encounter users will be informed and better able to assess offenders for possible xylazine use due to physical signs on examination
Remember the ACEs and PACEs
Full text linkWhile Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) are well‐established risk factors for mental illness, the protective factors that promote resilience often less well known nor, at times, highlighted at all. Protective and Compensatory Experiences (PACEs) are positive experiences that can increase resilience and protect against risk for mental and physical illness. PACEs are powerful elements of everyday life that already exist, or can be engineered, to occur routinely and frequently, and can be leveraged to support treatment goals and activities. Although it might never be possible to prevent ACEs from occurring in the lives of children, nurses can put an emphasis on the value of PACEs, healthy relationships, and resources, to directly minimize the line between adverse childhood experiences and the sequalae of physical and psychological effects into adulthood. PACEs are often overlooked, but powerful tools, that can support therapeutic interventions and mental health throughout the life course
Stirring the Forensic Nursing Pot in South Africa
Full text linkThis is a brief summary of forensic nursing in South Africa and the development of a forensic nursing specialization
Psychiatric Deprescribing: Case Studies and Clinical Implications in Forensics: Psychiatric Deprescribing
Full text linkThe use of psychiatric medications is highly individualized. Polypharmacy is common, often introducing additional risks with limited benefits. In correctional settings, judicious use of psychiatric medications is critically important. During transitions of care, such as admission to a correctional facility, individuals benefit from timely and evidence-based prescriptive practices. Various factors can impact the continuation of treatment and medication access for incarcerated individuals, including communication gaps between community clinicians and correctional medical teams, formulary options, structured medication administration schedules, substance misuse, feigned illness, and diversion. Forensic nurses and advanced practice nurses navigate these complexities to provide effective and safe medication plans for incarcerated individuals. Incarceration presents an opportunity to review and deprescribe medications that are excessively or inappropriately prescribed. The existing psychiatric deprescribing literature is limited, with even less evidence oriented towards forensic settings. This paper utilizes case studies of incarcerated individuals to explore clinical insights and experiences related to deprescribing