Maladjustment of the chief characters of the novels of Aldous Huxley

Thesis (M.A.)--Boston Universit

Increasing African-American Participation in Nutrition Education Programs for Low-Income Consumers

This article documents the dramatic decline in African American participation in the EFNEP and FSNEP programs offered by Los Angeles County Cooperative Extension, although nutrition-related health concerns among this population have increased. The authors conducted a series of key informant interviews and focus groups in African American communities throughout L.A. County to gain insight on how to increase the participation of African-Americans in nutrition education classes. Study findings suggest that specific marketing strategies for African-Americans, including cultural relevance, support teams, food demonstrations, and de-emphasizing the low income focus, would help facilitate this goal

The politics of Public Health Emergencies of International Concern

The declaration of A Public Health Emergency of International Concern was created by the International Health Regulations (2005) and is WHO’s highest level of alert for a health emergency. PHEICs are declared by the WHO Director-General on the basis of a recommendation provided by the IHR Emergency Committee. This paper challenges the orthodox thinking around PHEIC declarations, using a methodological approach which has not been used in this space, through a series of interviews with those involved in the PHEIC declaration process. This paper provides vital insights into the PHEIC process, allowing us to fully understand what happens “in the room” during these deliberations, something which until now, has not been possible. We argue that the PHEIC declaration, and the EC’s role in this process, is not a politically neutral technocratic one, as is commonly claimed by WHO, but a highly politicised process that is driven by a range of factors beyond the criteria set down in IHR. We show that the PHEIC is informed by health surveillance practices that operate within the colonial construction of “global health security”, which is clearly embedded within every level of the PHEIC declaration process

Extinction by Miscalculation:

Species at Risk Act, Sakinaw sockeye, Cultus sockeye, fisheries management, extinction.

The Perceptions and Rehabilitation Experience of Older People After Falling in the Hospital

Purpose: Falls are a major cause of disability and mortality due to injury. To reduce fall rates and improve health outcomes, it is important to design services based on patient experience and engagement. This study aimed to explore the experiences of older patients who fell during their hospital stay. Design: Five patients from two rehabilitation wards in the United Kingdom participated in this qualitative study. Methods: Semistructured interviews, incident reports, and medical records provided information about each fall. Thematic, discourse, and descriptive analysis were used to analyze data. Findings: The data demonstrated how a fall impacted patients’ experience of rehabilitation and resulted in changes to mobility, self-confidence, management of falls risk, avoidance of daily activities, and increased assistance from others. Conclusions: Falling in hospital can influence patients’ ability to reach their potential of an optimal level of functioning. Clinical Relevance: There is a need to place an equal and mutual understanding on the physical, psychological, and social impact of falling to reduce falls and improve functional outcomes

Evaluating the Knowledge and Attitudes Regarding Pain Management Among Nurses in a Surgical Setting at an Acute Care Facility

It is estimated that seventy-three million patients undergo surgical procedures each year in the United States. Of these, 80% experience acute post-operative pain, and approximately 20% experience severe pain (Hutchinson, 2007). Benner\u27s Theory from Novice to Expert was used to guide the study, Evaluating the Knowledge and Attitudes Regarding Pain Management Among Nurses in a Surgical Setting at an Acute Care Facility . A convenience sample of twenty-one nurses in an acute care hospital in Southwestern North Carolina participated in the Knowledge and Attitudes Survey Regarding Pain. Results showed a weak correlation between knowledge and attitudes of pain management and years of experience (r=0.368). A weak correlation was also found between knowledge and attitudes of pain management and level of education (r=0.245)

Winthrop Think College-Postsecondary Options for Students with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities: Living on Campus!

Winthrop Think College has moved on campus. Four WTC students and residential peer mentors live on campus and work on independent living skills. The audience will hear from the Winthrop Think College Students about how living on campus is helping prepare them for their postsecondary goals

Empowering Children\u27s Literature for Stressful Times

Abstract Reading and books are synonymous with children and education. Caregivers and educators alike understand the many benefits of reading books to help children learn about their world but also to help manage emotions. As the pandemic rages across the country and the world, books are one way to help children deal with the emotions that are present in their lives. Bibliotherapy is explored as the practice of clinically and educationally using literature to help children deal with anxiety and stress. Research is explored that supports the emotional needs of children and the use of books to help children empathize with others and deal with their own emotional stress. In addition, the authors have read and reviewed books published since 2017 specific to coronavirus and to helping children deal with stressful situations. Specific children’s literature titles are listed for the pandemic and to empower children to deal with other stressful situations. Ideas for instructional activities are presented for titles

The best days of our lives? Experiencing literacy inequalities:The continuing impact of literacy inequalities on a group of individuals, who failed to reach their desired level of literacy at school.

This thesis explores the feelings and experiences of a small group of adults, educated in the English state school system, who either did not achieve a pass (grade C/grade 4) in English language GCSE (or equivalent) by the time they left school, or who struggled with the acquisition of literacy during their school years. It considers why some adults feel that they have not been able to access the knowledge and skills they need to achieve the literacy level they would like, and the ways in which this has affected them. In investigating the experiences of adults who have encountered literacy inequalities, this thesis aims to contribute to filling the gap in the existing literature on the experiences of adults who are often underrepresented. It critically considers current approaches to the position of adults who do not have the level of literacy they require. The research reflects on how those experiences affected them in later life and the motivation behind those who returned to education as adults to study GCSE English. It also considers the implications of these findings for future educational policy and practice. The findings indicate that the participants felt difficulties with literacy had negative effects on their lives, affecting their self-confidence, causing them to have feelings of low self-worth and limiting their career choices. It offers an insight into an important area of study and may be seen as a starting point for future research in this area. The intention was to gather the rich, personal experiences of the participants’ literacy journeys and provide a voice for those who have experienced feelings of not having achieved a sufficient level of competence in English for their needs. The results of the feelings and opinions they expressed suggest there may be benefits in addressing certain failures in the English education system, which can have a profound effect on children and on their lives going forward into adulthood