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I Lost My Grandmother’s Hanbok: A Thematic Series of Paintings Exploring of the Loss of Culture in a Mixed-Race Korean American Home
No full textMixed-race individuals feel conflicted at their place in American society. They fit in with their cultural heritage, but also their American heritage. This creates a split where they may identify more with one or the other. This may be due to the lack of diversity where they live, the desire to fit in, or lack of participating in their own culture. This series of paintings explores the self-identification of me, a mixed-race Korean and White woman from Appalachia. The acrylic paintings explore themes of self-identification and cultural heritage with the goal of determining which group I identify with more. The art consists of five traditional acrylic paintings and one mixed-media painting. The paintings are assisted by research into self-identity and cultural identity in America and the struggles associated with accepting diversity in our changing society. With the conclusion of the research, I have found that I identify more with my White, American heritage. I identify more with this culture because of the Americanization of my grandmother and the lack of acceptance for her Asian heritage after her immigration
The Impacts of Maternal Mental Health on Fetal Development
No full textDepression and anxiety are among the most prevelent mental health disorders affecting women during the perinatal period. While often diagnosed postpartum, conditions such as postpartum depression and generalized anxiety disorder originate during pregnancy, affecting fetal brain and body development. This liturature review explores the distinct and combined impacts of prenatal anxiety and depression, highlighting the need for early detection and comprehensive care. It also examines predisposing factors, diagnostic tools, and interventions used to manage these conditions. Furthermore, the review considers how intersecting social factors- such as race, low socioeconomic status, education, culture, and barriers to healthcare- contribute to disparities in mental health outcomes. To address these issues, this project devises a culturally competent educational pamphlet to promote awareness, early intervention, accessible care and layers a foundation for future creation of a educational video. This paper not only reviews existing research but also creates a foundation for future studies aimed at improving maternal and fetal outcomes
Investigation into the Long-Term Thermal Stability of Tetraaryl Phosphonium Ionic Liquids
No full textIonic liquids, substances that are liquid below 100°C with no discernible vapor pressure, have become popular in recent years for their ability to be “designer” solvents due to the endless cation and anion combinations that are possible. Phosphonium ionic liquids (PILs) are known to have high thermal stabilities which lend themselves to applications such as lubricants and thermal transfer fluids. This thesis investigated a novel tetraaryl phosphonium cation (dubbed [Mopyphos]+) and two substituted methyl derivatives to determine if substituted PILs were less thermally stable than non-substituted PILs and if the position of the methyl group affected long-term thermal stability. All three novel tetraaryl PILs were combined with the bis(trifluoromethylsulfonyl)imide (Tf2N−) anion, and short-term analysis indicated that these PILs are extremely thermally stable above 300°C, which compared favorably to existing ionic liquids. This work extends the thermal analysis to look at long-term stability via measuring the rate of mass loss as a function of temperature. The results provide a value that represents the temperature at which 1% of the PIL has been degraded after ten hours (T0.01/10hr). T0.01/10hr values for PILs are lower than short-term decomposition temperatures by 50-100°C, depending on the desired timeframe. This analysis also indicates that the 4-methyl and 6-methyl derivatives were less long-term thermally stable than [Mopyphos]Tf2N and that the position of the methyl group affected the long-term thermal stability
Fieldwork Supervision, Motivation and Competency among Norwegian Community-Based Occupational Therapists
No full textOccupational therapists’ supervision of students remains a critical component during occupational therapy education. This study aimed to examine supervision practice, motivation, and competency among community-based occupational therapists in Norway, exploring organizational and personal factors associated with formal and perceived supervision competency, willingness to serve as fieldwork educators, and collaboration with educational institutions. A cross-sectional survey was distributed among occupational therapists in community-based practice in Norway. A total of 617 occupational therapists participated in the study. Free-text responses were thematically analyzed and interpreted. Differences between fieldwork educators and non-fieldwork educators’ training, recency of being fieldwork educators, willingness to assume the role of fieldwork educator, formal supervision training and perceived supervision competency were examined with independent t-tests and chi-square tests. Four multivariate logistic regression analyses were conducted to assess factors associated with serving as a fieldwork educator. The study found that lower age and working alongside other occupational therapists were associated with higher likelihood of being a fieldwork educator the preceding year. Higher motivation for being a fieldwork educator was associated with lower age. Formalized supervision competency was associated with higher age, further education, and longer work experience, while self-perceived supervision competency was associated with more work experience and working alongside other occupational therapists. The thematic analysis showed there is a need for more support among fieldwork educators and for further developing the collaboration between fieldwork educators and educational institutions
Health Disparities with People with Rheumatoid Arthritis
No full textIn this literature review, health disparities with people with rheumatoid arthritis was investigated. Insufficient management of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) contributes to poorer outcomes, increased disability, and reduced quality of life. Marginalized populations, particularly those from low socioeconomic backgrounds, racial and ethnic minorities, and rural communities, face significant health disparities. These health disparities lead to delayed diagnosis and treatment, limited access to specialists, and financial burdens, exacerbating RA-related challenges for individuals and the healthcare system. Holistic approaches for improving healthcare access, such as telehealth and specialty pharmacy programs, can provide education on disease management, which can increase health literacy and help bridge the gap between marginalized populations and equitable healthcare
Ladder Mortality Rates from 1999 to 2023 in the United States
No full textLadder mortality is a constant in the modern world, which seems odd for an era so technologically advanced compared to most of human history. The unsafe use of these helpful tools has led to countless accidents, many of which leading to death. Most of the accidents appear among residential instead of commercial, while those over the age of sixty are the most susceptible to being involved in an accident potentially leading to death. For assessing ladder mortality data in the U.S., data were downloaded from CDC WONDER using the ICD-10 code, W11 for ladder mortality. Using data, we confirmed age-related effects and also observed with those that are at a higher risk are overwhelmingly male, with the data showing about 20 to 30 ladder deaths per 10 million for males in the U.S. versus approximately 3 per 10 million for females. Region is an aspect also with a visible difference, with the northeastern part of the United States being about 11 to 14 per 10 million while the rest of the country showing 14 to 19 per 10 million. In order to avoid falling once balance has been lost, one must use their upper and lower body strength, leading to another disadvantage among the older population with ladders. One final point, the data show ladder mortality has risen over the last 24 years, which means there need to be interventions to address this growing problem impacting the U.S. population
Types of Technology and the Impact on ADHD Symptoms in Young Adulthood
No full textThe widespread use of digital technology has raised concerns about its potential impact on mental health, particularly in relation to attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Young adults are among the highest consumers of digital media, yet research on how different types of technology use affect ADHD symptoms remains limited. This study examined the relationship between technology usage and ADHD symptoms in young adults (ages 18-25). Participants (N = 77) completed the Media and Technology Usage and Attitudes Scale (MTUAS) and the Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale (ASRS-v1.1). Correlation and regression analyses were conducted to assess the associations between total technology usage, specific types of technology, and ADHD symptom severity. Results indicated no significant correlation between overall technology usage and ADHD symptoms (p = .138). However, increased mobile phone usage was significantly associated with various types of digital engagement, including emailing (p \u3c .001), TV viewing (p = .043), and online friendships (p \u3c .001). Additionally, social media use showed a weak but non-significant relationship with inattention symptoms (p = .094)
Exploring the Teaching Methods and Approaches used by Australian Educators to Teach Occupation
Full text linkOccupational therapy education standards for teaching occupation are inconsistently applied and there is a lack of evidence to inform teaching practice in Australia. This qualitative study explored what teaching methods and approaches Australian occupational therapy educators used in their classroom, and why those methods were used. The research was completed in two phases: narrative inquiry guided Phase I where educators were interviewed about the methods and approaches used to teach occupation. In Phase II video-reflexive ethnography was implemented, where a video recording of teaching was used as a prompt for a reflexive discussion about the educator’s teaching approaches. The interviews and discussions were transcribed verbatim and analyzed using thematic analysis. Thirteen educators participated who had an average of two decades experience as an occupational therapist and one decade as a university educator. Five themes explained the methods and approaches used to teach occupation: i) foregrounding occupation, ii) making occupation personal, iii) making occupation explicit, iv) being a guide: guiding rather than prescribing, and v) drawing on my inner occupational therapist. Recommendations for education practice include foregrounding occupation through repetition, reinforcement, and making overt connections to the concept in each learning encounter. Educators could also use intentional and deliberate strategies such as students exploring occupation from their own perspectives and through involvement in participatory community projects. Further research could gather additional perspectives from students and from teaching teams to better understand, interpret, and illuminate how occupation is taught in a course or program and in participatory community projects
Experiential Learning in a Hybrid Principal Certification Cohort Degree Program
Full text linkEastern Kentucky University (EKU) offers principal certification through a specialized Hybrid Principal Certification Cohort Degree (HPCCD) Program. Invited candidates are offered the opportunity to dive deeper into the curriculum, complete a broader range of field and clinical experiences, and develop their leadership skills through a series of experiential learning assignments
Impact of Transformational Leadership on Job Satisfaction Among Staff in Private Child Care Agencies
Full text linkLeadership styles and behaviors can impact employees\u27 job performance and satisfaction. Murari and Mukherjee (2021), highlight that “building trust, clear vision, intellectual stimulation, inspirational motivation, self-awareness, transparency, individualized consideration, wisdom and knowledge, and congruent values” (p. 3612); are the faces of transformational leadership. Positive or negative behaviors can significantly affect job performance and total job satisfaction. The behavior of leadership has a significant impact on the success of employees and organizations. Leadership behavior affects many organizations, such as schools, community organizations, governmental organizations, and private agencies. Creswell (2012) describes correlational design as a form of research that uses data analysis to measure the relationship between two or more variables. This study examined the correlation between Transformational Leadership behaviors and job satisfaction among private childcare and private child placing agencies in Kentucky. Quantitative and correlational designs were used to collect data from 48 employees across the Commonwealth of Kentucky. The Multifactor Leadership Questionnaire (MLQ) and the Job Satisfaction Survey (JSS) were used to collect the data. Findings from the data indicated that there is a positive correlation between transformational leadership and job satisfaction. Some of the data collected indicated that there needs to be consistent engagement in transformational leadership behaviors to keep employees feeling a sense of job satisfaction