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Classroom to Career Pipeline: Enhancing World Language Education Through Service Learning Collaborations in High School and College
Get PDFService-learning courses support career-focused learning outcomes and enhance employability skills. This article explores the best practices for fostering partnerships between high schools and colleges to create a comprehensive and meaningful Service-Learning program that benefits students and the community, providing students with opportunities to use their skills in real-world situations
Development and Initial Validation of the Triarchic Model Scales
Get PDFThe term “psychopath” is a word used often, particularly on tv shows, courtroom dramas like Law and Order, and even in everyday language to describe the people we know who may be deviant, cold, and lacking remorse. Although these descriptors may be accurate, they don’t adequately encapsulate the construct of psychopathy entirely. The picture of individuals with actual psychopathy is much more complex, and our field’s history of attempts to parse out psychopathic traits is equally as convoluted, which has led to differences in conceptualization and measurement. Despite the attention paid to the psychopathy construct, a full conceptualization of psychopathy is not exclusively listed in the most updated edition of our diagnostic manual, the DSM-5-TR, and is instead placed in Section III under the Alternative Model of Personality Disorder category. Based on Patrick et al. (2009), the current research aims to improve the ability to characterize psychopathy by creating scales of triarchic psychopathy by utilizing the CAT-PD, a self-report measure of the DSM-5 personality traits
Resilience as a State, A Learned Trait, Among the Brain Injury Population: A Narrative Analysis
Get PDFBackground: Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) are acquired injuries resulting from an external trauma to the head (Brain Injury Association of America, 2019). The impact of a TBI is significant with those affected experiencing cognitive decline, decreased mobility, communication barriers, reduced social participation and impairments with engagement in valued occupations.
Purpose: The purpose of this study is to explore the existing literature regarding state resilience for persons who have experienced TBI.
Theoretical Framework: Occupational Adaptation Model promotes occupational performance in meaningful activities through adaptation, which is a continual process based on fluctuating changes in adversity.
Methods: This project design was a narrative analysis which examined, analyzed, and synthesized literature available for state resilience as it pertains to post-injury recovery after traumatic brain injury. Eight articles were included based on inclusion criteria of written in the last 30 years, in English, and peer reviewed. A top-down, deductive approach for thematic analysis occurred, resulting in the following themes: 1) Family-based interventions are essential to state resilience after TBI, 2) The physical and social environment play a crucial role in fostering state resilience after TBI, and 3) Attaining state resilience following TBI require a holistic and individualized approach that addresses the individual’s acceptance of self and their coping mechanisms.
Results: TBIs jeopardize the family unit often resulting in disruptions to roles, responsibilities, family culture, and communication skills. Disrupted family dynamics and cohesion can result in emotional distress and disconnect resulting in reduced adaptation after adversity. Implementing family-based interventions, examining the interaction of the physical and social environments, and utilizing a holistic and individualized approach to self-acceptance and coping mechanisms can foster resilience among survivors of TBI and their families.
Conclusions: Family-based interventions are essential; physical and social environments play a crucial role; and attaining state resilience requires a holistic and individualized approach that addresses acceptance of self and coping mechanisms. By promoting resilience amongst the TBI population, quality of life may be improved and long-term disability after injury may be prevented
The Suicide Gene: Examining the Environmental and Genetic Impact of Someone Who Is Suicidal
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The progress of suicide focused research has been tremendous in recent years. There have been many theories posed that are foundational in understanding suicide. This project will examine the genetic and environmental impact of suicide. Serotonin, family heritability, twin studies, adoption studies, candidate genes, and genetic transmission of psychiatric disorders are key topics in the role genetics plays in suicide. Suicide has impacted many lives across the world. Survivors of suicide face stigma, trauma related symptoms, grief, and a whole host of other experiences. Suicide also poses a threat to the social, physical, spiritual, emotional, and psychological well-being on those who are impacted. Therefore, it is imperative that clinicians are adequately trained in academic and practical skills training that are evidenced based in order to thoroughly understand and respond to the unique obstacles that suicidal clients face. However, if a clinician is unable to provide such services, there is a danger manifested by psychological, physical, and emotional functioning, as well as continued stigmatization and increased risk of suicide. The current project was created in order to further the understanding of current theories of suicide, the genetic impact of suicide, and the environmental influence of suicide. This will be accomplished by examining the literature surrounding the many theories of suicide, existing research on the genetic impact of suicide, the literature surrounding environmental influences on suicide. In turn, this understanding and knowledge will strengthen the therapeutic alliance between the clinician and client, leading to improved clinical outcomes
Dretske’s Internal Maps: A Critical Component of Knowledge Management, Strategy, and AI
No full textOver two decades ago, guided by Randles and Thachenkary’s (2002) four-stage model, a video analysis of medical diagnostic teleconsultations was conducted. From this analysis came the knowledge combustion analogy of Randles and Fadlalla (2004) and the knowledge chemistry approach. The first tool of knowledge chemistry was the knowledge spectrum, and Randles, Miller, and Blades (2011) proposed that the knowledge spectrum could provide a framework for defining and assessing organization knowledge requirements and knowledge resources. Dretske’ internal maps are the cornerstone of knowledge requirements fulfillment analysis (KRFA). In this paper, their central role is demonstrated using the sales process as an example. Still the importance of these maps is understated. This is because they serve as the intermediary between learning (which creates the maps) and intelligent behavior (which requires the maps). It will be explained that these maps provide a means to safeguard the integrity of employee knowledge profiles. Furthermore, while developing KRFA, it was realized that Dretske’s internal maps were at the core of the knowledge chemistry approach. Based on these maps, two tools were developed. These tools are discussed at the close of the paper, which ends with a brief discussion of the relationship between this research and AI. (200
How to Respond to Negative Online Reviews: Language Style Matters
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Given resource constraints such as time and staffing, hotels cannot respond to all negative online reviews (NORs). Therefore, this study investigates (1) what types of NORs hotels should prioritize responding; and (2) what response strategies are more effective in handling different types of NORs to minimize the negative ramifications. Design/methodology/approach
Four experiments in the context of hospitability were used to test the hypotheses. Findings
Our findings show that NORs with implicit conclusions (e.g. “I do not believe that is a good choice, you know what I mean.”) are more dissuasive than NORs with explicit ones (e.g. “Do not buy it.”) because the former NORs are perceived as more objective than the latter NORs. More importantly, our results show that firms do not need to respond to explicit NORs. When responding to implicit NORs, firms should prioritize those related to service failures caused by external (e.g. weather, technological misfunction) rather than internal (e.g. poor management, employee skills) factors. Research limitations/implications
Our studies focus on the language styles of Chinese NORs, and future research should investigate how language styles influence dissuasion in other languages. Practical implications
Our results show that NORs with implicit conclusions negatively impact consumer attitude and thus hurt performance more significantly than those with explicit conclusions. Therefore, firms should allocate limited staffing and resources to NORs with implicit conclusions. When responding to implicit NORs, firms should select NORs that can be attributed to external factors. Originality/value
Our findings shed light on the importance of the language styles of NORs and provide marketers with insights into how to handle NORs. Our results reveal that consumers perceive higher objectivity of NORs when these reviews are implicit than when they are explicit. Furthermore, this study contributes to the online review literature by suggesting that firms should tailor their response strategies for NORs based on the reviewers’ language styles
Enhancing Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation Referral Through Accessible Education for Clinicians and Patients
No full textPelvic floor dysfunction has been identified as a significant public health issue and is estimated to affect around 50% of women. Still, less than 25% seek medical help and only 12% receive subspecialty care (Yohay et al., 2022). Studies show a lack of knowledge among women and their providers and that education programs are necessary to fill this gap (Yohay et al., 2022). After surveying both doctors and patients at Med Center Health, this project aimed to fill this educational gap by developing an educational video program. This program targeted both doctors and patients, aiming to increase awareness about pelvic floor rehabilitation and encourage early referral. This involved an in-service session with OB-GYN resident doctors, resulting in an immediate increase in referrals for post-C-section patients. Additionally, the project facilitated the creation of an official website for pelvic floor therapy for Med Center Health as well as podcasts, posters, CBLS, and more. In conclusion, the project successfully addressed the identified gaps in knowledge and practice demonstrating its potential for ongoing impact at Med Center Health.https://encompass.eku.edu/otd-capstone-posters/1061/thumbnail.jp
Effects of providing a MoHO-informed education session for college peer-mentor self-efficacy
No full textAs an occupational therapy student, I recognized the support our profession can offer to assist with various student and faculty needs across campus, specifically peer mentor programs. A thorough literature review illustrated limited representation for peer mentor roles, expectations, and potential impact on retention. Along with these findings, it was revealed that academic outcomes improve with involvement in evidence-based interventions as well as support for the Model of Human Occupations (MoHO) to understand and support human well-being.With this in mind, this study sought to develop and implement an evidence-based education session to identify and improve resources for peer mentors and demonstrate how to apply MoHO in post-secondary education mentor services. A survey was conducted before and after implementation of the 30 minute MoHO-based education session to better understand the thoughts and feelings associated with the role of being a mentor, skill development, and self-efficacy. Participation in the occupational therapy led activity not only showed an improvement in individual outcomes but also demonstrated the positive effect in use of metacognitive strategies to improve self-efficacy and performance in peer mentor and student-facing workers roles.https://encompass.eku.edu/otd-capstone-posters/1066/thumbnail.jp
Using Experiential Geriatric Simulation to Foster Empathy Among Occupational Therapy Students: A Mixed Methods Study
Get PDFDue to advancements in medical science leading to increased life expectancy, the number of older adults is on the rise. Empathy is crucial in catering to the unique needs of this vulnerable population. The use of geriatric simulation suits to cultivate empathy among health science students is gaining traction. Nevertheless, the efficacy of this teaching approach remains unexplored among occupational therapy students. We recruited a convenience sample of 21 occupational therapy graduate students for a mixed methods study. Participants engaged in a two-hour session during which they performed daily tasks like meal preparation, laundry, and dressing while wearing various components of a geriatric simulation suit. Empathy levels were evaluated before and after simulation using an abridged and modified version of the Comprehensive State Empathy Scale. Participants engaged in focus group discussions regarding their experiences with using the geriatric suit. Thematic analysis was employed to analyze the qualitative data. A significant rise (
Book Review: Documentation Manual for Occupational Therapy
Get PDFThe updated fifth edition of Documentation Manual for Occupational Therapy (Gateley, 2024) offers instructors of occupational therapy (OT) and occupational therapy assistant (OTA) students familiar tools and updated content. Clear examples of every section of a SOAP (Subjective, Objective, Assessment and Plan) note as well as steps to reach the composition of the note, such as skilled-problem statements and COAST (client, occupation, assist levels, specific condition and timeline) goals are tools that hold the client-centered and occupation focus clear. Worksheets within the chapters offer formative assessment of understanding of concepts. Specific updates to the fifth edition include expanded content on billing and skilled documentation concerns. The text is closely aligned with the Occupational Therapy Practice Framework: Domain and Process (4th ed.) and other core guidance from the American Occupational Therapy Association