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An Evaluation of Evidence for Constitutional Construction From“The Decision of 1789” Debate in the First Congress
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Effects of Psilocybin on Context-Based Fear Learning, Extinction, and Reinstatement
Get PDFFear related mental disorders, including PTSD, stem from various environmental factors; part of this includes the context in which a trauma is experienced. Many treatments for PTSD exist, but they remain largely ineffective, especially over the long-term, so new treatment routes are constantly being explored. One of these new treatment options is the psychedelic agent psilocybin, which can increase positive mood, feelings of introspection, and learning via agonizing the serotonergic 5-HT(2A) receptor. The learning benefits from psilocybin could potentially be used in exposure therapy procedures for PTSD patients, where new, safe information is learned to replace the traumatic memories, lessening the mental and physiological symptoms of the condition. This study explored the efficacy of psilocybin on enhancing fear extinction in rodents that were conditioned to fear a certain context, similar to how an individual may learn to fear places similar to their trauma location. Despite some limitations, this study did show an early-trial enhancement of fear extinction after psilocybin injection, though the effect was short-lived, and did not impact later testing trials. More research will stem from these results, to potentially explore dose- or sex-dependent effects that may impact the efficacy of the psilocybin treatment
ONU Flute Choir Positively Impacting Those with Dementia
No full textStudents at Ohio Northern University have the unique opportunity of having an established relationship with Vancrest of Ada, an assisted living facility located a short drive from the university. Many of the residents of long-term care facilities, like Vancrest of Ada, have some type of cognitive impairment. Music and music therapy is known to have many positive impacts on those living with Alzheimer’s Dementia. While evidence shows that the memory benefits of music often come from listening to familiar pieces, there is no mistaking the value of the impact on a patient’s quality of life from listening to group performances. This is a great area of impact that the students of ONU can participate in. While ONU is known for many of its STEM colleges and programs and their associated outreach, it also has a School of Visual and Performing Arts which can greatly benefit the community through performance. The ONU Flute Choir is a growing ensemble with student performers from across multiple disciplines and colleges. Through the selection of musical pieces and the subsequent practice and performance, the ONU Flute Choir is able to have a positive impact on those residing in assisted living facilities and, more specifically, those who have been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Dementia or any other form of memory impairment
Forensic Sketch Artists: The Face Behind the Sketch
No full text“Forensic Sketch Artists: The Face Behind the Sketch”, investigates the field of Forensic Sketch Artists and their role in catching serial killers. Forensic Sketch Artists use their artistic skills to create police sketches or 3D models to help the police force identify potential killers.
It is valuable to have artistic abilities, though these professionals must have the knowledge and skills required to create as accurate a sketch as possible. To understand the field of Forensic Sketch Artists, it is essential to understand what exactly goes into making the sketch and how it can make or break a case.
To understand what makes the sketch, I will be looking into the skills and knowledge that these professionals need, how they gather information from witnesses and the advantages and disadvantages of the field. I will investigate two serial killer cases where a police sketch was used, Rodney Alcala: The Dating Game Killer and The Zodiac Killer. By looking at these cases I will identify the sketches creation and how it was either successful or unsuccessful in catching the serial killer. The field of forensic sketch artists is a valuable resource to the police force that can help lead to the culprit behind the murder
The Relationship between Dissolved Phosphorus and Glyphosate in the Lake Champlain Basin
No full textPhosphorus-bearing herbicides have recently been identified as potentially significant sources of phosphorus to aquatic ecosystems. Phosphorus is often the limiting nutrient in many aquatic systems, and excess phosphorus can result in algal blooms and other negative impacts. Glyphosate is one such P-bearing herbicide and is the most commonly used herbicide globally. This study examined the relationship between glyphosate use and dissolved phosphorus concentrations in the Lake Champlain basin (New York and Vermont). Lake Champlain has experienced perennial harmful algal blooms and increasing dissolved P loads. This influence of land use and agricultural practices was considered and similarities to western Lake Erie were examined. Glyphosate-derived phosphorus continues to be a potentially significant source of bioavailable P to freshwater systems in the United States
What Should Parent Licensing Look Like?
No full textHugh LaFollette famously argues in defense of parent licensing, which consists of a parenteral licensing system that requires all parents to obtain a license to raise children. The motivation behind this system is that parenting is a potentially dangerous activity and thus should be regulated (LaFollette 183). I also defend this thinking, in my paper I support LaFollette’s views, while also taking them further by stating that parenting is even more dangerous than he originally states. Furthermore, I explain that parents don’t just have a duty not to physically harm their children, but they also have a duty to give their children the goods of childhood. These goods contribute to a child having a good childhood that goes beyond not being physically harmed. Finally, I explain what a parent licensing system would look like, and how it would work. I include topics on how to test parents for a license, on income requirements, on requirements one must meet to receive financial aid, on unlicensed parents, on parents who fail the test, and so forth. I also address the question many readers might be wondering, don’t parents have a right to their children
The College Decision: Exploring the Perceptions of University Students and Faculty on Taking Multivitamins
No full textBackground: In 2019, the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) reported that 77% of Americans take some kind of dietary supplement. Of the types of supplements being taken, multivitamins (MV) ranked number one overall with a percentage of 58%1. The purpose of this study is 1.) to evaluate the habits of students and faculty from Ohio Northern University taking a daily, over the counter (OTC) MV and 2.) to determine if an individual’s college affiliation in which they study or teach influences their decision in taking a daily OTC MV.
Methods: This study was conducted at Ohio Northern University and was IRB approved by the institution. An electronic survey with ten Likert scale and free response questions was developed and piloted by study authors. Study participants included enrolled students over the age of 18 and faculty who teach in the various colleges. University staff and administration were excluded from the study. Demographic information was collected as well as the college affiliation of the participants. The survey was emailed out through both the student and faculty listservs and collected responses from December 6 2022 until February 3 2023. If the participant answered “yes” to ever taking a MV, survey questions explored the individual’s habits of OTC MV use such as brand of medication, dosage form, routine, and their decision to take the product. If the participant answered “no” to taking a MV, the survey asked why and what factors would be most important in the future if they ever decided to begin a MV.
Results/Conclusion: A total of 341 students and faculty participated in the study. Out of the total participants, 90% have taken a MV with a brand name medication being preferred. The overall preferred dosage form was gummies. The results suggest that students and faculty in healthcare majors are more likely to take a daily OTC MV. When comparing the factors as to why participants take a MV, the number one most important reason to the majority of participants was “a recommendation from a primary care provider or pharmacist.” Similarly, when asked to those who currently do not take a MV if they were to start to take one, their most important factor going into making that decision would be “a recommendation from a primary care provider or pharmacist.” References available upon request