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A Biblical Masala: Encountering Diversity in Indian Biblical Studies. Edited by David J. Chalcraft and Zhodi Angami. Wazirpur Industrial Area: Christian World Imprints, 2021, xiv + 390 pages.
No full textMerton & Hinduism: The Yoga of the Heart. Edited by David M. Odorisio. Louisville: Fons Vitae, 2021, xlvii + 395 pages.
No full textA Statistical Look into how Common Soccer Metrics Influence Expected Goal Measures in the Professional Game
Full text linkThe advent of sports analytics has ignited a fervor across all sporting disciplines, particularly soccer, where clubs are sprinting to harness vast data reserves to elevate team performance, spearhead effective marketing endeavors, and bolster financial gains crucial for club expansion. Much like Billy Beane\u27s transformative Moneyball approach, soccer clubs are in pursuit of innovative strategies to transcend financial limitations and achieve triumph. In soccer, where goals are scarce commodities, heightened offensive efficacy becomes imperative. Presently, one metric stands out as pivotal in gauging a team\u27s goal-scoring success: expected goals (xG). This metric quantifies the likelihood of a given shot or opportunity culminating in a goal, making it a linchpin in a team\u27s offensive strategy. Maximizing expected goals becomes paramount for teams aiming to capitalize on limited scoring opportunities during matches. Crucially, the first step in reshaping tactical approaches hinges on identifying the most influential variables in predicting expected goals. To this end, this study employs an array of machine learning methodologies, including Ridge, Lasso, Elastic Net, and Group Lasso models. The objective is to unveil the key predictor variables that significantly impact team (offensive) performance, often delineating the thin line between championship glory and defeat. With the aim of predicting xG, this research also incorporates modified bootstrap techniques to compute prediction intervals for the regularized machine learning models. By delving into the intricate fabric of soccer analytics, this study seeks to empower clubs with actionable insights, fostering a new era of strategy and competitive edge on the field
Exploration of eHealth Literacy Levels among Butler University Students
Full text linkBackground: Healthcare has shifted into predominantly an online presence through patient portals and electronic health records. Health literacy is crucial to understanding health information and making informed decisions, but little has been done to explore the impact of electronic health literacy (eHealth literacy) and its healthcare implications after the COVID-19 pandemic. In a world where everything is moving to online platforms, it is crucial to understand how eHealth literacy impacts young adults\u27 health-seeking behaviors. Purpose: This study aims to explore eHealth literacy among Butler University students and its associated determinants. Methods: Sociodemographic data and eHealth literacy skills were collected using a Qualtrics survey. Data was analyzed using SPSS v29. Results: Of the 179 participants, 75% were female-identified, 45% were raised in Indiana, 67% were between 18-20 years old, 26% were double majoring, and respondents were primarily from the following colleges: COPHS (37%) and LAS (23.4%), and most (28.2%) were in their 2nd year of studies. Students primarily raised in Indiana reported higher confidence in using online health information (p = 0.021). They reported feeling more skillful in evaluating the online information than students who reported growing up in a different state (p = 0.046). Comparing colleges, students enrolled in a COPHS degree reported higher e-health literacy than any other college (P \u3c 0.001). Finally, double-majoring students reported feeling less confident in searching, evaluating, and using online health information (all p \u3c 0.01). Conclusion: health-related majors, course workload, and the place where students were raised can impact levels of health literacy
Disruptions in Your Light-Dark Cycle May be Leaving You in the Dark
Full text linkShift work, made up of a rotation through morning, daytime, evening, and overnight shifts, becomes dangerous not only for the individual, but also for those under care of these occupations. Many essential and often life-saving jobs require 24-hour staffing. However, the rotating shifts needed to provide 24-hour coverage are shown to have negative effects on the employee’s cognitive function. Due to the irregularities in the sleep-wake cycle of a shift worker, the cyclical functions that occur during sleep like memory consolidation, motor cortex synchronization, and neuronal remodeling, are also impaired. These functions play key roles in maintaining the domains of cognitive function. Eradicating shift work is not a possibility due to the necessity of the occupations that utilize a rotating schedule, so researchers have experimented with the implementation of blue-enriched lighting to potentially combat circadian rhythm dysregulation and therefore, errors in cognition
The Gender Lens on ADHD: A Critical Assessment of Diagnostic Patterns and Pitfalls
Full text linkWithin the realm of neurodevelopmental disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most prevalent. However, research uncovers a major discrepancy between the diagnostic rates of men vs women, which points to the potential underdiagnosis and misdiagnosis in females compared to their male counterparts. This phenomenon raises concerns towards the impact this has on women, such has their mental and physical health. It begs the question, why does this discrepancy occur? To understand the answer to this question, it is important to look at the standard process and procedures involved with diagnosing a person with ADHD and compare that to how women experience ADHD
Healing Harmonies: Music Therapy and Dementia
Full text linkDementia continues to plague the elderly population. It is a leading cause of death for this age group, and yet we still can only provide treatments to maintain and prolong the disease’s symptoms. Music therapy has become an increasingly popular treatment option for dementia patients as it is almost universally accessible, and a popular pastime for a large part of society. Integrating music into treatment regimens over traditional conversational therapies, reduces agitation and anxiety, improves cognitive functioning and language skills, and improves overall quality of life for both patients and caregivers. Thus, providers should encourage, and patients should participate in musical therapy to combat dementia as it progresses
Say Goodbye to Weight and Hello to Much More
No full textObesity is a complex disease that is prevalent in the United States. Recently, the Food & Drug Administration approved the use of injectable antidiabetic medications for chronic weight management. Specifically, semaglutide, saxenda, and tirzepatide are effective at helping people lose weight by making them feel fuller and less hungry. These medications were initially indicated to treat type 2 diabetes. They lower blood sugar levels by activating the release of insulin. These drugs also regulate parts of the brain that control hunger and appetite. Many patients experience rapid weight loss with these medications, which in turn reduces their risk for major cardiovascular events and improves their overall mental health. However, without a healthy lifestyle patients need to stay on the drug indefinitely to keep their weight off. Serious adverse effects have been reported with long term use such as gastrointestinal and kidney issues. It is hard to balance the negative health effects of obesity with the improved health benefits that come with the use of these drugs while also considering the potential risks
Cracking Open the Can of Risks: The Dangers of Energy Drinks
Full text linkWith its intended purpose of providing temporary boosts in performance, energy drinks are often consumed more than what might be considered safe. This is common among children, adolescents, and college students, particularly in social settings. Since their ingredients, such as taurine, caffeine, and sugar, have addictive properties, it is important to understand how these substances affect the body, especially in the long term. Some organs are affected more than others, with research showing a link between excessive consumption and potentially fatal cardiovascular, renal, and neurological problems. Although the adverse effects tend to be reversible, most are life-threatening and not worth the risk of cracking open the can
