The Effect of Fast Food Consumption on Development of Mental Disorders

Increasing evidence suggests a relationship between fast food consumption and the progression of mental disorders such as depression and anxiety. The study conducted aimed to identify whether or not there is an association between these two factors. An anonymous online survey was administered through Google forms. The survey included basic demographic questions regarding diet and mood. Pearson Correlation Coefficient was used to analyze data in SPSS version 25.0. Our results suggest that there is an association between increased consumption of fast food and the prevalence of mental disorders. Practicing healthier eating habits along with limiting fast food consumption may prevent or lower the risks of developing mental health disorders.https://orb.binghamton.edu/research_days_posters_2023/1034/thumbnail.jp

Promoting Sustainability at Providence College

Victoria Hanlon ’23, Major: Health Policy and Management Ava Biafore ’23, Majors: Management and Health Policy and Management Faculty Mentors: Dr. Tuba Agartan, Health Policy and Management and Jill Parrett, Environmental Health and Safety We are both Health Policy and Management majors conducting an independent study with Dr. Agartan with the goal of improving sustainability practices at Providence College. We are working cross functionally with Jill Parret of the Environmental Safety Department and the Student Congress Sustainability Committee to encourage the student body to increase sustainability awareness. These measures include creating a sustainability dashboard on the Providence College website, Canva brochures showing PC\u27s current sustainability data and other awareness events. Our generation values environmentally friendly institutions, therefore it is crucial for Providence College to establish a strong sustainability plan while also encouraging student involvement in its practices

Analyzing DEI Efforts and Curricula in Collegiate Nursing Programs

A diverse, representative health care workforce is crucial to advance health care access, patient satisfaction, and health outcomes, particularly for patients of color. A diverse approach to a nursing education includes teaching students how to adequately care for their patients in ways that take into account their race, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation or any underrepresented intersectional combination. Studies have shown that healthcare students are exposed to racial bias and prejudiced standards of care within their medical education and placement sites. Implicit bias is prevalent among many academic institutions beginning with the application and recruiting process of potential students. Bias can also take place among current students and faculty which causes some students to feel unsupported in their schooling. Best practices for nursing education programs that center health equity include an anti-racist curriculum, bias awareness training, pathway programs to diversify the healthcare workforce, financial support, and effective mentorship. As Providence College creates a new School of Nursing and Health Sciences, it is imperative that these new programs are built on the foundation of health equity. Our research analyzes nursing programs’ DEI initiatives and curriculum by interviewing current nursing students and DEI administrators and collecting supplemental information from program websites