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Yoga Therapy for Psychological Safety in Healthcare Staff
Get PDFEstablishing a culture of psychological safety is a necessary foundation for creating a High Reliability Organization. Healthcare professionals must practice emotional self-regulation to maintain equanimity and facilitate positive communications with their colleagues. This can be exceptionally challenging when increasing numbers of healthcare professionals are experiencing burnout. Using the framework of Polyvagal Theory, yoga practices have been demonstrated to support emotional self-regulation and reduce symptoms of burnout. The purpose of this project was to implement yoga therapy to increase the perception of psychological safety in healthcare staff. Veterans Affairs Long Beach Healthcare System (VALBHS) staff invited to attend one 45minute yoga therapy session. Participants completed the Neuroception of Psychological Safety Scale (NPSS) survey prior to the class and at one and five weeks following the class. Participants received an audio recording of all practices to support their home practice, as well as weekly email reminders for 5 weeks post-session. Comparisons of baseline and 1-week post session scores showed a statistically significant improvement in psychological safety, as well as the subscale body sensations. Further comparison with 5-week post session scores showed no significant difference, suggesting that changes were sustained over time. A brief yoga therapy intervention is an effective way to support healthcare staff to develop skills to support their own emotion regulation and psychological safety
Cross Cultural Mentoring: Including Diversity Awareness Strategies into Healthcare Leadership Mentor Curriculum to Support Career Advancement of Underrepresented Racial and Ethnic Groups
Get PDFBackground: Mentoring programs in healthcare organizations can establish clear pathways for advancement through various management and leadership levels to senior-level positions. While mentoring develops leaders, many healthcare organizations do not offer mentoring programs that address unique issues experienced by members of racially and ethnically underrepresented groups. A study was conducted using a single-group, repeated-measures design to assess the impact of an intervention aimed at improving mentor attitudes, behaviors, and confidence regarding cultural awareness in the mentoring relationships of healthcare leaders. Methods: The study was conducted in a large California healthcare organization. The Cultural Diversity Awareness related to Race/Ethnicity (CDA-R/E) subscales for mentors were used to assess mentor attitudes, behaviors, and confidence related to mentoring. The CDA-R/E surveys were conducted pre-intervention, post-intervention, and six weeks later. The interventions consisted of two workshop sessions. The first was conducted virtually, and the second was held in person. Sessions introduced the concepts and relevance of culturally aware mentoring (CAM) practices and provided training on initiating diversity-related discussions with mentees from different racial and ethnic backgrounds. Results: There were 17 healthcare leader participants with different racial and ethnic backgrounds who acted as mentors for leadership development. The study demonstrated significant short-term improvement in attitudes and confidence after CDA training; only improvement in attitudes was sustained after six weeks. However, there was no significant shift in mentor behaviors. Conclusions: Incorporating CDA training into mentoring curricula and developing strategies that focus on the mentor’s attitude, behavior, and confidence with engaging in diversity-related discussions may confidence, preparedness, and willingness to pursue higher-level leadership positions
Healthcare Provider Comfort Surrounding Adverse Childhood Events (ACEs)
Get PDFAdverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) are strongly linked to long-term health outcomes, yet discussions around ACEs in clinical settings remain inconsistent. This study investigates the comfort levels of healthcare providers in addressing ACEs with their patients, identifying barriers and facilitators to such conversations. Using a Quasi-experimental, single group, pretest-post test experimental design, we surveyed a diverse group of physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants working in a primary care setting, providing ACE training, and an opportunity for learning reflection. Preliminary results indicate that while most providers acknowledge the importance of discussing ACEs, many report discomfort due to time constraints, lack of training, and concerns about patient comfort. Factors associated with increased comfort included prior ACEs education, institutional support, and access to behavioral health resources. These findings highlight the need for targeted training and systemic changes to foster trauma-informed care environments where providers feel equipped and supported to address ACEs with sensitivity and confidence
Cultura Y Corazón: Latina Elementary School Principals Leading Schools
No full textThis qualitative participatory study focused on understanding the experiences of Latina elementary school principals on their pathway to school leadership and how cultural intuition and community cultural wealth influence their approaches to school leadership. Chicana Feminist Epistemology (CFE) and Latino Critical Race Theory (LatCrit) framed the study, while testimonio y pláticas served as the methodological framework. The concept of Community Cultural Wealth served as an analytical framework. Students of color often feel their histories, experiences, and languages are undervalued in education. Participants in this study shared challenges in navigating school, coming from families that valued education but faced barriers. Their interconnected experiences reflected individual and collective growth, allowing them to serve with care and compassion. The study highlights how Latina elementary school principals lead with cultura y corazón, shaped by their own backgrounds
Healing Circulos(Circles): Putting Our Educator\u27s Mask First
Get PDFEducators play a pivotal role in supporting students throughout their educational journeys. In addition to academic instruction, they provide vital guidance for students\u27 social, emotional, and personal development. They work tirelessly to help students navigate the complexities of education and life, often while shouldering multiple responsibilities and roles beyond the classroom. This dynamic contributes to high attrition rates and weakens the educational system. Much like the familiar safety instructions on an airplane, where passengers are reminded to put on their oxygen masks before assisting others, educators must be given the space, resources, and support to tend to their well-being before effectively caring for and supporting their students. This dissertation examines the significance of prioritizing teachers whose needs are often overlooked and whose voices are frequently underrepresented. Specifically, this work draws on the implementation of on-site support hubs, healing círculos (circles)—safe, restorative spaces where educators can gather, reflect, heal, and feel validated, offering a cost-efficient way for schools to support teachers. Specifically, the study explores how incorporating and holding healing circles from an Indigenous perspective can enhance teacher well-being. Through the use of mixed methods, including participant observation, surveys and interviews, this research demonstrates that through this healing circle work, teachers discover the essence of their mental health, grow their community social support, advocate for their needs, and use their voice to create their unique agenda to address their socio-emotional needs
Exploring Program Participant and Staff Perspectives on Correctional Education Programs
Get PDFIn this paper, I explored program participant and staff perspectives on correctional education programs. Prior research measured success of correctional education through recidivism, post-employment opportunities, and post-secondary education. However, few research examined the perspectives of staff, program participants, and alumni of such programs to understand factors that aid in important educational experiences within correctional education programs. In this study, I utilized a mixed-methods approach, where I collected close-ended and open-ended survey responses from 10 staff and 5 program participants on their ratings of program principles and characteristics as well as optional follow-up interviews to elaborate on their survey responses. The findings of the current study relating to program participant response in the survey highlighted the importance of a student-centered approach as well as offering peer-to-peer mentorship, guidance for career attainment, and courses that help students re-enter society post-release. Staff survey and interview responses highlighted the importance of interagency collaboration, patience with oneself, having knowledge about justice-impacted students, and humanizing students. Implications and recommendations from this research were discussed in Chapter 5
Perceptions of Department Chairs and Program Directors of Ethnic Studies in the California State University System: A Convergent Parallel Mixed Methods Study
Get PDFThe purpose of this dissertation study is to explore the conditions of Ethnic Studies departments and programs in the California State University (CSU) system nine years after the release of the CSU Ethnic Studies Task Force report released in 2016. Using a convergent parallel mixed methods analysis, this dissertation revisits several questions from the original CSU survey to assess the effectiveness of Ethnic Studies units in the CSU. Respondents to the survey included 13 of the 58 recognized department chairs and program directors for Ethnic Studies units among the 23 campuses of the CSU system, and interview participants included 5 of the 58 aforementioned leaders. Centering their perspectives, this study asked: What are the characteristics of a successful Ethnic Studies department or program at the university level? To what extent are Ethnic Studies departments and programs effective in meeting the policy objectives for Ethnic Studies? How do program reviews reflect the claims of effectiveness of chairs or directors? How do available resources affect Ethnic Studies departments and programs’ ability to fulfill their stated vision? The participants’ perspectives about their respective units’ effectiveness in light of current systemic and societal challenges were analyzed using Critical Race Theory
Detection Canines: An Insight into Investigative Working Dogs
Get PDFIn a comprehensive exploration of detection canines, this paper aims to research the depth of their utilization by many investigative agencies and fields. A relevant case is discussed to present the application of detection canines and how they are useful for investigative measures. Shedding light into the various components of detection canines, this paper will discuss desirable canine characteristics that are sought out. On the other hand, undesirable characteristics are also discussed to inform recruiters of which attributes they should opt out of. This paper continues to discuss the roles and capabilities of detection canines given their unique potential. Then, an in-depth analysis of detection canine training and relationships with their qualified handlers was conducted to educate them on the intricate process. Later, there is a thorough discussion regarding handler bias and its effect on the reliability of detection canines. Finally, the paper ends with a review of the importance of further research needed on detection of canines and how it can be useful for the field
Forensic Psychology of Serial Killers
Get PDFMany serial killers share patterns in psychological and neuropsychological disorders and behaviors. These behaviors and patterns should be recognized and acknowledged to understand why serial killers murder without remorse or guilt. It is important to discuss matters such as common patterns, typologies, and characteristics within serial killers. After looking at these essential aspects of serial killers, common neurodevelopmental disorders, brain damage, and biological epigenetics will be further explored. In order to fully assess this topic, forensic psychology and behavioral analysis are essential to aid in understanding serial killers and how their brains function to lead them to the actions that they commit
Understanding Child Noncompliance in the Early Care Setting
Get PDFThis study examines how teachers respond to children’s noncompliance in
early care settings. This structured observational study will focus on the
moment-to-moment interactions occurring within the preschool classroom
between both the child and teacher. It is predicted that (1) teacher’s direct
bids to children will promote greater instances of child compliance than
indirect bids, and (2) teachers’ responsive language will promote greater
instances of child compliance than restrictive language. The results of this
study will contribute to existing knowledge about the nature of teacher
child interactions in the early care settings