The Effects of Regional Terms When Identifying Words

While research on dialect comprehension has received substantial attention, there is a notable gap in the literature concerning regional words in the United States. While linguistic studies have delved into the comprehension of dialects on a global and national scale, the specific lexicon and vocabulary associated with various U.S. regions have been relatively overlooked. The goal of this project is to determine the influence of regional terms on vocabulary comprehension, specifically focusing on identifying Appalachian words. Using student participants from Eastern Kentucky University, Mouse Tracking software was employed as individuals were tasked with reading words displayed on the screen and identifying their meaning by choosing the right image. The study included terms commonly used in the Appalachian region and terms from other regions across the United States. The study findings suggest that individuals born in Kentucky identify better the “Appalachian words, while those born in other states perform better with the other words. Investigating how individuals process and comprehend these region-specific terms is essential for a comprehensive understanding of how language dynamics operate in the United States. Keywords: Appalachian, word identification, regional words, regional terms, dialec

Shelter from the Storm: Companion Animal Emergency Planning in Nine States

Failure to evacuate pets in an emergency has negative implications for public health, the economy, emotional well-being of pet owners, and physical health of animals. These effects may be at least partially mitigated by a robust plan to accommodate pets. Nine state companion animal emergency plans were reviewed to determine the extent to which they addressed the needs of companion animals, utilizing characteristics of a model emergency plan. States were compared utilizing variables such as population, pet friendliness, and emergency preparedness funding in order to explain differences in plan composition. This comprehensive review produced a list of recommendations for emergency managers as they create future versions of their plans

Introduction

This article serves as an introduction for this special issue of the Victoria University of Wellington Law Review including the papers presented at the inaugural New Zealand Private Law Scholars' Roundtable in February 2016.&nbsp

Optimal Intramuscular Injection Site and Maximum Volume in Adult Population

Intramuscular (IM) injections are a common, yet complex technique used to deliver medication into the muscles of the body. More than 12 billion IM injections are administered annually throughout the world (Jin et al., 2015). Unsafe injection practices can lead to further complications, such as “abscess, hematoma, ecchymosis, pain, and vascular and nerve injury” (Potter et. al., 2020, p.633). The choice of an injection site and needle length varies based on the volume to be administered, size of the patient’s muscle, and the patient’s body mass index (BMI). With the proper education, utilizing the best injection technique and optimal site limits further patient complications and provides positive outcomes

Nebraska Corn Basis Response to Economic Shutdown

The objective of this article is to evaluate how Nebraska corn basis evolved through this past year’s economic events. We hope growers update their commodity price marketing decision framework as this past year exposed levels prices can reach — an important factor to consider when farm survival is on the line

2006 Housing in the Nation's Capital

Explores the interdependent relationship between public school systems and housing markets, and examines the ability of coordinated investment in affordable housing and quality education to revitalize Washington, D.C., metropolitan area neighborhoods

Characterizing Participation and Perceived Engagement Benefits in an Integrated Digital Behavioral Health Recovery Community for Women: A Cross-Sectional Survey

Background: Research suggests that digital recovery support services (D-RSSs) may help support individual recovery and augment the availability of in-person supports. Previous studies highlight the use of D-RSSs in supporting individuals in recovery from substance use but have yet to examine the use of D-RSSs in supporting a combination of behavioral health disorders, including substance use, mental health, and trauma. Similarly, few studies on D-RSSs have evaluated gender-specific supports or integrated communities, which may be helpful to women and individuals recovering from behavioral health disorders. Objective: The goal of this study was to evaluate the SHE RECOVERS (SR) recovery community, with the following 3 aims: (1) to characterize the women who engage in SR (including demographics and recovery-related characteristics), (2) describe the ways and frequency in which participants engage with SR, and (3) examine the perception of benefit derived from engagement with SR. Methods: This study used a cross-sectional survey to examine the characteristics of SR participants. Analysis of variance and chi-square tests, as well as univariate logistic regressions, were used to explore each aim. Results: Participants (N=729, mean age 46.83 years; 685/729, 94% Caucasian) reported being in recovery from a variety of conditions, although the most frequent nonexclusive disorder was substance use (86.40%, n=630). Participants had an average length in recovery (LIR) of 6.14 years (SD 7.87), with most having between 1 and 5 years (n=300). The most frequently reported recovery pathway was abstinence-based 12-step mutual aid (38.40%). Participants reported positive perceptions of benefit from SR participation, which did not vary by LIR or recovery pathway. Participants also had high rates of agreement, with SR having a positive impact on their lives, although this too did vary by recovery length and recovery pathway. Participants with 1 to 5 years of recovery used SR to connect with other women in recovery at higher rates, whereas those with less than 1 year used SR to ask for resources at higher rates, and those with 5 or more years used SR to provide support at higher rates. Lifetime engagement with specific supports of SR was also associated with LIR and recovery pathway. Conclusions: Gender-specific and integrated D-RSSs are feasible and beneficial from the perspective of participants. D-RSSs also appear to provide support to a range of recovery typologies and pathways in an effective manner and may be a vital tool for expanding recovery supports for those lacking in access and availability because of geography, social determinants, or other barriers

Effectively Integrating Technology to Engage Students and Meet Learning Objectives in Language Arts Classrooms

Technology is an ever-changing resource that is more advanced now than it has ever been. This action research project explored how teachers intentionally plan the use of technology in their classroom based on the objectives that need to be taught. The main study that this action research explores is how teacher align objectives to integrate intentional technology that engages students in the middle school ELA classroom? By collecting data via questioning, interviewing, observing and collaboration among participants, the findings show that the use of technology in the classroom is most efficient when implementing a backwards design approach to lesson planning

“Fan Girls Going Rogue” The Reception of The Force Awakens and Rogue One with Female Fans

In the last 3 years Disney has released the 4 newest instalments to the Star Wars franchise, both of which are led by female protagonists, Rey (The Force Awakens, The Last Jedi) and Jyn Erso (Rogue One). Although Star Wars fandom has mostly been associated with a rather poor stereotype of the male fanboy, female fans have been taking inspiration from the female characters of the series. Princess Leia aka General Leia Organa in the new instalments was one of the many faces on placards under the motto “A Woman’s Place is in The Resistance” in the Women’s March that occurred in Washington in early 2017. There has been some resistance to the female leads in the new films with criticism that Disney is spouting feminist propaganda and even rumours (which turned out to be false) that Rogue One was being re-shot to be anti-Trump. This study of 330 participants discusses how female reception to the new instalments has differed from the “die-hard” male fans and why this has occurred. Information gathered in the online survey indicated that female Star Wars fans had a positive response to the new female lead characters that were introduced in Star Wars: The Force Awakens and Star Wars: Rogue One. However, it was also apparent that they perceived a negative response to the new female characters but also to themselves by male Star Wars fans. The study addresses a literature gap on reception with female fans to Star Wars