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Evaluating the Risk and Etiological Factors of Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S) in Collegiate Female Wrestlers
No full textBecoming a collegiate athlete requires physical, mental, and emotional preparation through sport-specific training and nutritional strategies, which are critical for peak performance. However, many female athletes, particularly those in weight-sensitive sports, struggle to meet energy needs, increasing the risk of low energy availability (LEA) and relative energy deficiency in sport (RED-S). This study examined RED-S risk and its etiological factors among female collegiate wrestlers at two time points: preseason and in-season. Fifteen female collegiate wrestlers from a local university completed self-reported questionnaires and anthropometric assessments during both phases. The Low Energy Availability in Females Questionnaire (LEAF-Q) assessed physiological symptoms of RED-S, the Eating Disorder Examination Questionnaire (EDE-Q) assessed psychosocial risk factors, and body composition and energy expenditure estimates were obtained using validated methods. RED-S risk classifications were determined using the IOC RED-S clinical assessment tool (CAT2) indicators. The results showed that body weight and BMI decreased significantly from preseason to in-season (both p \u3c .001). In contrast, LEAF-Q total showed no pre–post change (Wilcoxon W = 47.00, p = .724) and EDE-Q Global was also nonsignificant. For etiological domains (EDE-Q Restraint, Eating Concern, Shape Concern, Weight Concern) and weekly training hours, no phase differences were detected after Bonferroni correction (α = .010; all p \u3e .010). Descriptively, 14/15 athletes (93%) met an “at-risk” threshold at both time points, and the overall proportion appeared unchanged. Exploratory weight-tertile analyses indicated Time effects for anthropometrics and limited Group/interaction signals but were underpowered and interpreted cautiously
Forensic Neuroscience: A Brief Introduction
No full textForensic neuroscience is an emerging, multidisciplinary field that applies brain science to forensic mental health, criminal justice, and legal decision-making. This article summarizes how neuroscience can inform assessments, evaluations of criminal responsibility, case planning, treatment, and prevention for justice-involved populations, highlighting complementary disciplines and the need for ethical guidance, replication of findings, and specialized education before broad adoption in legal settings
The Sword, December 2025
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Solving Old Cases with New Technology
Full text linkThe State of Minnesota has seen a significant uptick in the homicide rate in the last ten years, and not all homicides are being solved. Due to a significant staffing shortfall across the state, but especially in the inner-city areas, police agencies are having a hard enough time keeping up with ongoing cases, let alone finding time to work on cold cases. With the advancement in DNA technology, including Forensic Genetic Genealogy, cases need to be re-examined to see if the new technology could spark life into older investigations.
Due to the rise in skepticism of policing today and the perceived privacy violation from government entities, it is imperative for law enforcement to responsibly utilize new technologies like Forensic Investigative Genetic Genealogy and ensure that they are ethically using modern technology. While the courts work to figure out how they will interpret this new technique, law enforcement needs to be cautious about how they implement it and avoid situations where its implementation may jeopardize its use in the future. State investigative agencies should develop criteria for case submissions and work to educate and collaborate with their law enforcement partners statewide to recommend protocols based on acceptable legal and ethical standards
Episode 66: Eric LaMott: CSP\u27s Growth Mindset
No full textWe are back for new episodes in 2025 with Provost and COO Dr. Eric LaMott, who shares about CSP\u27s focus on students, our incredible growth, and the recognition we\u27ve received
Athlete Burnout Related to Sports Specialization and the Coach-Athlete Relationship
No full textThis project examined the complex challenge of athlete burnout symptoms in young athletes. Because of its complexity, the research focused on the cause-and-effect relationship of sport specialization and the coach-athlete relationship to cross-examine information and data collected in order to provide suggestions for supporting positive athlete development. Athletes completed three separate questionnaires: the Athlete Burnout Questionnaire (ABQ), the Shirom-Melamed Burnout Questionnaire (SMBQ), and the Coach-Athlete Relationship Questionnaire (CART-Q) to assess how sport specialization contributed to athlete burnout. Furthermore, the study examined the coach-athlete relationship and highlighted coaching behaviors that positively diminished athlete burnout symptoms. Practical implications examined for athletes, parents, coaches, and sports organizations included promoting balanced training and sport participation, creating supportive athletic environments, and prioritizing long-term athlete development over short-term success. This project offered guidelines to athletes, parents, coaches, and others involved in athletics regarding athlete burnout, sport specialization, and coach-athlete relationships to support the optimal development of young athletes
Impacts of Digital Game-Based Learning on Elementary Student Achievement
Full text linkOnline learning games have become increasingly common with the rise in use of technology in the classroom. The purpose of this paper was to examine the use of digital game-based learning in the general education setting, with a focus primarily on how digital game-based learning impacts students’ achievement at the elementary level. The resources analyzed were a mixture of qualitative, quantitative, quasi-experimental, and mixed-method studies, all focused on how student achievement is impacted by the use of digital game-based learning. The conclusion of this paper found that digital game-based learning has a significant impact on student enjoyment and engagement (Nadeem et al., 2023). Digital game-based learning was also found to be helpful with students because of the appropriate challenges and differentiation it provides (Bang et al., 2023). The majority of research found that digital game-based learning helped students in their academic performance (Bang et al., 2023; Hulse et al., 2019; Hwa, 2018; Yeh et al., 2019). As educators think about implementing digital game-based learning in their classroom, they need to be mindful about how it impacts student learning
How Dominant Hand Amputations Affect the Mental Health of Amputees
No full textThis study looked at how mental health is affected by dominant versus non-dominant upper extremity amputation, as well as how long it took the brain to redirect tasks to the existing hand after an amputation. This study also looked at how age could be a factor in people adjusting to using a different hand in daily tasks. Participants were asked to fill out a questionnaire so the researchers could understand how amputation affects mental health. The participants also participated in a series of fMRI studies to analyze what part of the brain was triggered and how long it takes for the proper hand to be triggered. This study can help all health care providers from prosthetic practitioners to occupational therapists to assist the patients of the upper extremity amputee population. This study helped therapists guide patients through the changes in their bodies after the amputation of a dominant hand
Understanding the Needs of the Intellectually and Developmentally Disabled and Autistic Population in the Criminal Justice System
Full text linkThis paper explores the inequitable treatment of the Intellectually and Developmentally Disabled and Autistic (IDD/A) population in the criminal justice system. Although progress has been made over the past century with understanding the unique needs of this population, they still face challenges at all stages of the criminal justice system. Behavioral, social skills, and sensory challenges make it difficult for the IDD/A population to avoid criminal justice contact and to understand the criminal justice process. Insufficient training for police and attorneys harms both persons with IDD/A and criminal justice professionals. This paper examines current practices in place that are barriers to equitable justice to individuals with IDD/A and discusses the lack of knowledge criminal professionals have regarding this population. Changes to be implemented to prevent persons with IDD/A from making contact with the criminal justice system and systemic changes to interactions with law enforcement and attorneys, court proceedings, and sentencing are reviewed. This paper discusses where multiple stakeholders can make improvements so all persons can receive equitable justice