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Development Of A Resource Toolkit To Integrate Qualitative Methodology Into Physical Therapy Education, Research, And Practice: A Descriptive Case Report
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Qualitative research contributes to evidence-based practice, yet its presence in physical therapy literature is limited. To improve integration and implementation of qualitative research evidence in physical therapy, an American Physical Therapy Association component taskforce conducted a needs assessment. Findings revealed a gap in available qualitative research resources and the need for a centralized repository to support qualitative research and knowledge translation to clinical practice. Purpose
This descriptive case report aims to describe the systematic development of a web-based resource toolkit to promote awareness, information sharing, and support for the integration of qualitative research into physical therapist education, research, and practice. Methods
Informed by the Knowledge-to-Action Framework and published recommendations, toolkit development engaged stakeholders and followed a rigorous, collaborative process consisting of a predetermined sequence of steps: preparation, development, review, pilot test, implementation and evaluation. Results
Systematic toolkit development resulted in an online open-access collection of annotated lists, critical appraisal tools, articles, textbooks, discussion forums and training resources. Pilot-testing with 33 stakeholders yielded data on perceived relevance, usability, content, website design, and overall satisfaction, with a 60% survey response rate. Most respondents (94%) indicated the toolkit would effectively serve their diverse needs as physical therapist researchers, educators, and clinicians. Findings informed subsequent revisions to the toolkit’s organization, navigation structure, and content expansion. Conclusions
Toolkit development adhered to established guidelines, engaged experts and incorporated stakeholder input to produce a comprehensive resource hub for educators, researchers, and clinicians. The toolkit can advance physical therapy practice and patient outcomes by promoting the use of qualitative research evidence in clinical decision-making. Future study on toolkit uptake and outcomes is warranted. The toolkit is publicly available on the Academy for Physical Therapy Research website and will be updated annually
Market Reactions to Disruptions in the Aerospace Industry: An Event Study Analysis of Abnormal Returns and Corporate Resilience
Get PDFThis study examines the effects of component failures, regulatory actions, and safety violations on stock returns and market volatility in the U.S. aerospace sector. Using FAA incident reports, WRDS market data, and corporate disclosures, the analysis combines event study methodology with ARCH/GARCH volatility models and a multiple regression approach. The results reveal that while incident frequency does not significantly affect stock prices measured by abnormal returns, firm-specific financial indicators—such as cash holdings and book-to-market ratio—play a substantial role. The study highlights the limited explanatory power of traditional regression models and calls for the inclusion of market risk and investor sentiment factors. These insights are particularly valuable for investors, regulators, and strategists navigating risks in the aerospace industry
Spectrum, Volume 54, Issue 8
Get PDFHighlights include: SHU’s Most Prestigious Event: The Pioneer Scholarship Gala - This Week in the White House - SHU Celebrates Founder’s Day - Respect the ABILITY and L.E.A.R.N Lab Confront Stereotypes -Sacred Heart Hosts Annual Social Justice Week - Star-Studded Duo Scheduled for Spring Concert - Club Sports are on the Road to National
Host Traits and Temperature Predict Biogeographical Variation in Seagrass Disease Prevalence
Get PDFDiseases are ubiquitous in natural systems, with broad effects across populations, communities and ecosystems. However, the drivers of many diseases remain poorly understood, particularly in marine environments, inhibiting effective conservation and management measures. We examined biogeographical patterns of infection in the foundational seagrass Zostera marina by the parasitic protist Labyrinthula zosterae, the causative agent of seagrass wasting disease, across \u3e20° of latitude in two ocean basins. We then identified and characterized relationships among wasting disease prevalence and a suite of host traits and environmental variables. Host characteristics and transmission dynamics explained most of the variance in prevalence across our survey, yet the particular host traits underlying these relationships varied between oceans, with host size and nitrogen content important in the Pacific and host size and density most important in the Atlantic. Temperature was also a key predictor of prevalence, particularly in the Pacific Ocean. The strength and shape of the relationships between prevalence and some predictors differed in our large-scale survey versus previous experimental and site-specific work. These results show that both host characteristics and environment influence host–parasite interactions, and that some such effects scale up predictably, whereas others appear to depend on regional or local context
Building Educator SEl Capacity To Support Disruptive Student Behavior
Get PDFThis improvement science dissertation addressed disruptive student behavior by building educators’ SEL capacity and knowledge. Specifically, the study provided classroom teachers with Tier I SEL instructional lessons and training to support managing disruptive student behaviors within the classroom. This intervention at a suburban elementary school consisted of a six-week intervention that included weekly professional learning sessions and SEL lessons to be implemented in the classroom. This action research, using a mixed methods convergent preexperimental design, included quantitative data assessing classroom teachers’ SEL knowledge and capacity. The researcher also gathered qualitative data through semi-structured interviews with participants following the completion of the intervention. Quantitative data showed an increase in educators’ SEL knowledge and capacity. Qualitative indicated that educators found the six-week SEL training and lesson instruction intervention to be highly beneficial. Participants reported that the SEL training was supportive and contributed positively to their SEL growth and classroom environment. Lastly, participants indicated that the intervention provided valuable resources for future use
Spectrum, Volume 55, Issue 5
No full textHighlights include: SHU Alumni’s Film “Flyway of Life” -- Debut of the School of Performing Arts -- Joining the Brotherhood -- How Students are Tackling Financial Literacy -- Stepping into the Spotlight -- Six Pioneers Swim Towards National
Warriors’ Healing: Examining the Interconnectivity of Spirituality and Combat Posttraumatic Stress Disorder: A Scoping Review
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This scoping review examined the bidirectional impact of spirituality on active duty military service members and Veterans with combat-related Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). The rationale for this work was to characterize how spirituality influences this population, considering moderators such as social support and resilience, as well as social determinants of health (SDoH), adverse childhood experiences, and family religious experiences in order to (1) explore the associations between spirituality and PTSD outcomes, (2) screen for spirituality and religiosity, (3) provide integrated care models that incorporate spiritual guidance, and (4) where possible, work to address modifiable factors.
Materials and Methods
Objective: To characterize the impact of spirituality on active duty military and Veterans with combat-related PTSD. Eligibility Criteria: Articles were included if they examined active duty military or Veterans diagnosed with combat-related PTSD and assessed spirituality. Sources of Evidence: A systematic search was conducted on July 23, 2024, across Academic Search Premier, APA PsycINFO, APA PsycArticles, Atla Religion, CINAHL Ultimate, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, MEDLINE, and SocINDEX. Charting Methods: Data extraction followed the Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) Manual for Evidence Synthesis and was conducted using Covidence. A data extraction template was developed to compare study aims, population, eligibility criteria, combat exposure, PTSD and mental health diagnoses, spiritual and religious variables, and validated measures. The template also captured pre- and post-deployment factors, including spirituality before combat exposure, educational, marital status, and other demographic or social variables. Key outcomes included PTSD symptom severity, posttraumatic growth, moral injury, and resilience. Moderators such as positive social factors, SDoH, adverse childhood experiences, and service era were also recorded. Studies were grouped thematically and geographically to identify patterns across military populations and research frameworks.
Results
A total of 59 studies met inclusion criteria, with 50 (84.7%) being cross-sectional, reflecting the predominance of observational research. Randomized controlled trials accounted for 3 (5.1%), although cohort studies were limited to 4 (6.8%). Research primarily focused on U.S. Veterans, with limited global representation from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Canada, Croatia, Iran, Mexico, and Sri Lanka. The most commonly used measures followed a framework of combat exposure, moral injury, PTSD, spirituality, and posttraumatic growth. Mixed associations between religious/spiritual (R/S) factors and mental health were observed. Positive religious coping, organizational religious activities, and religious service attendance generally predicted better mental health, whereas negative religious coping and spiritual struggles consistently predicted worse mental health. However, paradoxical findings were also observed, such that greater intrinsic religiosity and pre-military religious commitment predicted worse posttraumatic outcomes in some studies.
Conclusions
Spirituality was variably associated with PTSD severity but more consistently linked to moral injury, resilience, and posttraumatic growth. Given the limited number of studies and variability in findings, it is not possible to draw definite conclusions about associations between R/S and combat-related PTSD at this time. Findings highlight the need for longitudinal and interventional studies and support development of spiritually integrated, culturally informed care models to improve outcomes for diverse military and Veteran populations
Spectrum, Volume 55, Issue 8
No full textHighlights include: Dr. Petillo’s Continued Presidency -- Too Many Swipes, Not Enough Dollars? -- The “Heart” of HeartLines Magazine -- Sprinting into Community --Finding Food Balance on a Budget -- Women’s Rugby Landslide Season Finishe