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Reflections of the Long Light: Poems and Images
Get PDFOver the course of the last year this project has deepened and expanded in scope. What began as an effort to create a platform to jointly share our creative efforts has shaped itself into an attestation of our lives together. It is a testimony to our individual and shared commitments to our work, to our family and friends, to our communities, and most importantly, to our forty-year relationship with each other—personal and shared spiritual relationship.
Ultimately, this work is an ever-unfolding love story and a reflection of the long light of living and being.
We are seekers committed to a spiritual philosophy that affirms life as a benevolent and eternal pattern of being in which nothing is excluded. We believe in this paradox: while all around us and within us, change is both beautiful and devastating, anticipated, and unpredictable, reliable, and undeniable—there is always something permanent, complete, immutable, and ever-present that sustains us.
We are artists, together and separately. We are each other’s first beholder of our fledgling efforts, and each other’s most reliable loving critic and champion. It is both a gift and a challenge to live and work together, to enjoy long periods of parallel play while also respecting each other’s often contradictory rhythms. Would our work be fully realized without each other? We don’t think so.https://scholar.dominican.edu/faculty-authored-books/1026/thumbnail.jp
UNstuck in Six Decades, a lyrical memoir with ArtPoems
No full textHow does a kid from the low-income housing projects end up a retired (resigned) Army combat commander? My memoir is presented as decades of my life beginning in December 1960 and into my 6th decade.
I am a Daughter (born and living binary), Sister, Granddaughter, Niece, Cousin, Aunt, Wife (traditional), Mother, Partner (non-traditional), Friend, military dove (anomaly), artist, poet, and a perpetual student. Navigating these relationships, identities, and obligations while in a near-constant state of hypervigilance, was both exhausting and exhilarating.
In striving to be the best vision of myself, and with a high adventure drive, my life took many turns. Quite often, I found choice overload (a first-world problem) to be more depleting than the actual effort required for accomplishment. I tested many strategies to combat high anxiety, bouts of depression, and psychological exhaustion which were all hard-wired in a torturous childhood.
Truly, my Son, my innate resilience, a few life-long mentors, very insightful and trusting Behavioral Health Pharmacist and counselors at the Veterans Health Hospital campus in Sacramento, California, saved me!
Until (if) you and I meet in the real, this is me being held — in your hands. You might even recognize yourself in these pages
Investigating the mechanism of action of a highly potent haloalkoxyacridone against Plasmodium falciparum
No full textMalaria is a severe global public health problem, where children and pregnant women are most vulnerable. With drug resistance being reported to artemisinin-based combination therapies (ACT), which are the front-line treatments for uncomplicated malaria, there is a high demand for an affordable, effective, and safe medication. Discovery of chemotype I acridones, a novel antimalarial class, has shown promising results to be a new antimalarial treatment. Chemotype I acridones are proposed to inhibit the Plasmodium falciparum electron transport chain, here we investigate the target and mechanism of action for compound T111, the lead candidate for chemotype I acridones. We used multi-drug resistant P. falciparum strain Dd2 and selected T111 resistance by using continuous incremental drug pressure. Dd2 control parasites exhibited T111 IC50 values of ~ 0.1 nM, while T111-resistant parasites showed IC50 values of ~ 223 nM (~2,200-fold higher). From our T111-resistant populations we derived seven unique haplotypes containing cytochrome b (cyt b) mutations, which demonstrated acquisition of mutations were both ordered and sequential. We reported that most of the mutations were located in the cyt b Qo site. We found that the selection of the third cyt b mutation was necessary to confer high-level T111 resistance (T111 IC50 value increased from 12 nM to 223 nM). T111-resistant lines with three or more cyt b mutations conferred cross-resistance to myxothiazol, atovaquone, and ELQ400. We identified two T111-resistant lines that harbored a dihydroorotate dehydrogenase mutation in addition to cyt b mutations, which were the only parasite lines to confer cross resistance to DSM265, ELQ300 and T63. We demonstrate that T111-resistant lines did not confer cross resistance to standard antimalarials such as, chloroquine, lumefantrine, piperaquine and dihydroartemisinin. Lastly, we performed ex vivo growth inhibition assays with T111 and analogs against fresh clinical isolates in Uganda and Burkina Faso, which demonstrated that all of the compounds maintained nanomolar activity. Thus, T111 has shown promising results to be a new and effective antimalarial therapeutic
The Impact of Spanish Classes for Labor and Delivery Nurses on Postpartum Depression Incidence among Hispanic Women
Get PDFPostpartum depression (PPD) is a form of clinical depression that affects individuals after childbirth and is characterized by feelings of sadness, anxiety, and other symptoms that impact daily functioning. After childbirth, postpartum depression and anxiety are experienced by 70-80% of new mothers (South Dakota Department of Health). The likelihood being twice as high for Hispanic women compared to caucasian women. Postpartum depression impacts 30-43% of Hispanic mothers who have recently given birth. Research indicates that poor childbirth experiences can lead to postpartum depression (Lara-Cinisomo et al,. 2023). The connection between language obstacles in the maternal care of Hispanic women and postpartum depression is attributed to the dissatisfaction resulting from their delivery experience. Insufficient studies have been performed on the impact of language limitations on maternal health and their capacity to affect a mother\u27s mental health following childbirth.https://scholar.dominican.edu/nursing-student-research-posters/1076/thumbnail.jp
Mental Health Stigma and Help-Seeking Behaviors Among Eastern Asian/Eastern Asian American College Students and Their Parents: A Mix-Method and Art Therapy Intervention Study
Get PDFThis mixed-methods study examines perceptions of mental health within the Eastern Asian/Eastern Asian American community through quantitative analysis of the Asian American Value Scale (AAVS) and qualitative examination of Tree of Life artwork, alongside responses from a Mental Health Help-Seeking Interview Guide. Ten Chinese participants, comprising five students and five parents, participated, with varying generational statuses and educational backgrounds. Quantitative findings reveal significant differences in AAVS scores based on generational status and education level, with first/second-generation respondents scoring higher on family recognition through achievement and university-educated respondents scoring higher on conformity to norms. Qualitative analysis identifies common themes of rarity in mental health discussions, differences in attitudes between generations, and the influence of cultural factors on stigma and access to mental health services. Notably, there is a perpetuation of mental health stigma across generations, with parents passing down negative attitudes toward discussing mental health. Recommendations for improved communication include using media, educational seminars, real-life examples, and open discussions to address mental health issues within families
Mindfulness-based Art Therapy: The Effects of Art Media on Mindfulness and Stress Reduction in College Students
Get PDFThis mixed-methods, mindfulness-based art therapy (MBAT) study explores how different art media and tools affect mindfulness and stress reduction in university students. Undergraduate and graduate university students (N = 11) were recruited to participate in the single-session art therapy study. Participants engaged in a brief mindfulness exercise, known as a body-scan meditation, followed by 20 minutes of art-making. The students who volunteered to participate in this study were randomly assigned to one of two groups — collage or acrylic paint — which determined the media they used for the MBAT portion of the study. Data was collected from students before and after participating in the procedures of the study. Participants provided pre-test and post-test ratings of their current stress levels, written responses to questions about their experiences during the body-scan meditation and MBAT activity, and verbal answers to semi-structured interview questions about their art-making process. Overall, the results support prior art therapy research, indicating that both mindfulness exercises and MBAT interventions can effectively reduce stress levels in university students
Befriending Your Anxiety Through the Polyvagal Lens by Utilizing Embodied Imagery
Get PDFMany individuals experience anxiety disorders, which can significantly impact their well-being if not properly addressed. Recognizing the need for effective tools to support people with anxiety, this research aligns the key pillars of self-control and present focus awareness of physiological responses through art to harness emotional regulation. This research uses the lens of the polyvagal theory, and looking at embodied imagery, breathwork, and transitional objects to conceptualize ways to help decrease anxiety and enhance body perception and autonomic awareness will be witnessed in participants. The aim of this study was also to establish a strategy that individuals could turn to when encountering triggers, empowering them to self-regulate and effectively address their anxiety. This research was motivated by the current lack of studies investigating the impact on how PVT can underpin art therapy to reduce anxiety. This study employed a mixed methods approach to investigate the experiences of seven women and two men struggling with anxiety. Participants engaged in a structured information and art session, during which they created a transitional object. After using their transitional objects for two weeks, they returned for a second session, where they answered follow-up questions about their experiences. Qualitative data from participants highlighted the process\u27s effectiveness in helping them return to a ventral state. They reported improvements in their mentality, emotional state, and relaxation. Quantitative results emphasized the importance of external aids, such as the keychains, which served as tangible reminders to maintain a regulated condition. Visualization and self-drawn imagery also emerged as effective strategies according to their reports. The study highlights personalized transitional objects relating to one’s stress responses potential to decrease anxiety and calls for further research exploring the intersection of the polyvagal theory, art therapy, mindfulness, breath work, embodied imagery and ritual
Empowering Diverse Learners: A Comprehensive Approach to Differentiated Instruction (DI) and Culturally Responsive Teaching (CRT)
Get PDFEmpowering Diverse Learners: A Comprehensive Approach to Differentiated Instruction (DI) and Culturally Responsive Teaching (CRT) explores the integration of DI and CRT to create inclusive and equitable educational environments. This project aims to transform classrooms into spaces celebrating students\u27 cultural heritage and addressing diverse learning needs. The primary objectives are to develop inclusive classroom activities, curate practical resources, and design professional development modules. A central feature of this project is the interactive Padlet, Teacher\u27s Hub: Effective Teaching Resources , which provides a dynamic platform for educators to access and share valuable resources, lesson plans, and strategies for implementing DI and CRT. This project seeks to enhance teacher knowledge, support multicultural competencies with communication via a platform, and promote educational and social justice by leveraging research insights and practical strategies
Intuition and Insight in Art Therapy
Get PDFThe main goal of this research is to explore the unconscious phenomena of Intuition and Insight in art therapy. I define Intuition as knowledge that has been there all along and Insight as an inner sense of knowing and a space of no-thought. It is my belief that these unconscious processes lay at the heart of art and art-making and may therefore strengthen the therapeutic process. In order to investigate this hypothesis, I turned to the phenomenological analysis of qualitative interviews and found that seven themes emerged from the data collected: Prologue, Untethered, Interrelatedness, Deliverance, Concede, Divulge, Art as Allied, Art therapy. These themes demonstrate that Intuition and Insight are an intrinsic part of art therapy. I argue that the possibility of healing emerges when a client travels within and is able to reach insightful states through the practice of art. For that encounter to unfold, I argue that the themes I identified are essential and necessary steps in a therapeutic journey. It is my hope that this research will shed light on the intrinsic gifts and potential that art therapists have access to through the creative process, show the benefits of using them in clinical practice, and foster their teaching in curricula
Enhancing Mental Health Support and Reducing Burnout in Nursing: A Holistic Approach
Get PDFUrgent action is needed to strengthen mental health support for nurses experiencing burnout. This thesis examines the stigma surrounding burnout in the nursing community and implements holistic approaches to alleviate burnout of those affected. Integrating mental health awareness, mindfulness-based interventions, personal self-care, and supportive hospital practice can decrease nurse burnout. By first coming to terms with nurse turnover and further prioritizing nurses\u27 physiological, emotional, and social welfare, leadership and organization can implement holistic strategies to address these diverse challenges nurses face. Through a deep dive into existing literature, relevant studies, and a blend of critical findings, this thesis emphasizes the importance of integrating mental health support for nurses suffering in silence and breaking the stigma that surrounds it to create the best quality of life for not only the patients but providers too. To address burnout among registered nurses in the San Francisco Bay Area, this quasi-experimental study will include pre-test and post-test assessments of anxiety and depression using a Likert scale. Holistic approaches, including meditation, breathing exercises, mental health workshops, and peer support groups, will be implemented weekly, covering a variety of topics. The inclusion criteria consist of registered nurses employed in clinical settings, while nurses dealing with mental health problems will be excluded from the study. This comprehensive study aims to provide valuable insights into effective interventions for reducing nurse burnout and improving overall well-being within the nursing community