Connections and rituals in the digital everyday

"December 2013.""A Thesis presented to the Faculty of the Graduate School at the University of Missouri--Columbia In partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree Master of Fine Arts."Thesis advisor: Professor Richard Wilson.As we e-mail, text, and Tweet, mobile technology is redefining the boundaries between absence and presence, as well as private and public. Technology allows us to control how we present ourselves and where we put our attention. However, these devices also seem to have control over us: our bodies, our communities, and our relationships. Winston Churchill once said, we shape our buildings, which in turn shape us. The same can be said of our mobile technologies. Smart phones are changing our lives, sometimes for better, sometimes for worse, and sometimes without us realizing it. I believe we can influence the development and deployment of technology if we are mindful and aware of what the media has to offer and what the consequences may be. This body of work examines the physical and psychological shaping that is occurring as we integrate mobile devices into our lives. In this paper, we will thoughtfully consider how mobile technology has become a poignant player in our connections and daily rituals. My intention is not to deter people away from their devices; this work is not an attack on mobile technology. Rather, it asks the reader to reflect on his or her own habits. I am asking users to develop a more self-aware, examined relationship with their smart phones. I hope that through this examination, users will begin to ask questions about what is most sustaining in human relationships and customs.Includes bibliographical references (pages 70-74)

The Grizzly, August 30, 2007

Ursinus Opens the New Building on the Block • Ursinus Battles U.S. News: Interview with President Strassburger • Sex at Ursinus • Who are the New RDs? • Spotlight: Student Emergency Response Volunteers (SERV) • Fresh Faces at Ursinus • Opinions: Freeganism: The New, Gentle Face of Anarchy; Global Warming: Modern Day Witch Hunt • Dubble Vision: Football Forecast • Ready, Set, Go Bears!https://digitalcommons.ursinus.edu/grizzlynews/1740/thumbnail.jp

Deprescribing psychotropic medicines for behaviours that challenge in people with intellectual disabilities::a systematic review

Background: Clear evidence of overprescribing of psychotropic medicines to manage behaviour (plural?) that challenges in people with intellectual disability has led to national programmes within the U.K. such as NHS England’s STOMP to address this. The focus of the intervention in our review was deprescribing of psychotropic medicines in children and adults with intellectual disabilities. Mental health symptomatology and quality of life and were main outcomes. Methods: We reviewed the evidence using databases Medline, Embase, PsycINFO, Web of Science, CINAHL and OpenGrey with an initial cut-off date of 22nd August 2020 and an update on 14th March 2022. The first reviewer (DA) extracted data using a bespoke form and appraised study quality using CASP and Murad tools. The second reviewer (CS) independently assessed a random 20% of papers. Results: Database searching identified 8675 records with studies included in the final analysis. The narrative synthesis suggests that psychotropic medicines can sometimes be deprescribed. Positive and negative consequences were reported. Positive effects on behaviour, mental and physical health were associated with an interdisciplinary model. Conclusions: This is the first systematic review of the effects of deprescribing psychotropic medicines in people with intellectual disabilities which is not limited to antipsychotics. Main risks of bias were underpowered studies, poor recruitment processes, not accounting for other concurrent interventions and short follow up periods. Further research is needed to understand how to address the negative effects of deprescribing interventions

Stakeholder experiences of deprescribing psychotropic medicines for challenging behaviour in people with intellectual disabilities

Purpose Evidence of overprescribing of psychotropic medicines to manage challenging behaviour in people with intellectual disabilities has led to national programmes within the UK to promote deprescribing, such as stopping the overprescribing of medication in people (with learning disabilities, autism or both). To successfully implement deprescribing initiatives, we need to understand how to engage stakeholders in the process. Design/methodology/approach In a published systematic review, we reported evidence about the process of deprescribing psychotropic medicines for people of all ages with intellectual disabilities and challenging behaviour. As a part of the original review, we searched for evidence about stakeholders’ experiences of the psychotropic deprescribing process, which was synthesised and reported within the current study. Findings Six studies were identified. Involving carers and people with intellectual disabilities, providing ongoing support and improving access to non-pharmacological interventions, including positive behaviour support, may contribute to successful outcomes, including reducing or stopping psychotropic medicines and improving quality of life. Implementing psychotropic deprescribing requires a multidisciplinary collaborative care approach and education for stakeholders. Originality/value There have been no previous reviews of stakeholder experiences of deprescribing psychotropic medications for people with intellectual disabilities and challenging behaviour. The existing literature is scant, and further research is needed

Stakeholder experiences of deprescribing psychotropic medicines for challenging behaviour in people with intellectual disabilities

Purpose: Evidence of overprescribing of psychotropic medicines to manage challenging behaviour in people with intellectual disabilities has led to national programmes within the UK to promote deprescribing, such as stopping the overprescribing of medication in people (with learning disabilities, autism or both). To successfully implement deprescribing initiatives, we need to understand how to engage stakeholders in the process. Design/methodology/approach: In a published systematic review, we reported evidence about the process of deprescribing psychotropic medicines for people of all ages with intellectual disabilities and challenging behaviour. As a part of the original review, we searched for evidence about stakeholders’ experiences of the psychotropic deprescribing process, which was synthesised and reported within the current study. Findings: Six studies were identified. Involving carers and people with intellectual disabilities, providing ongoing support and improving access to non-pharmacological interventions, including positive behaviour support, may contribute to successful outcomes, including reducing or stopping psychotropic medicines and improving quality of life. Implementing psychotropic deprescribing requires a multidisciplinary collaborative care approach and education for stakeholders. Originality/value: There have been no previous reviews of stakeholder experiences of deprescribing psychotropic medications for people with intellectual disabilities and challenging behaviour. The existing literature is scant, and further research is needed

The Grizzly, April 13, 2006

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The Grizzly, February 14, 2008

Writer\u27s Strike May See a Silver Lining • Ellison Unveils Art Exhibit in Berman • Relief for Students? College Endowments Skyrocket • Ursinus Designs New Certificate for International Studies • Is Everybody Really Doing It? The Indictment of the Greek Community at Ursinus College Surprises Many • Ursinus Community Shares its Dirty Little Secrets • Focus the Nation and Environmentalism: No Longer Just for Hippies • UC Study Abroad Helpful Hints • Opinions: Lessons from Super Tuesday; Does The Times Need Bill Kristol?; Lessons from the Hormuz Strait • Ursinus Wrestlers Clinch Dual Meet • UC Indoor Track Teams Make Big Moves, Heat Up Competitionhttps://digitalcommons.ursinus.edu/grizzlynews/1755/thumbnail.jp

The Grizzly, March 22, 2007

Speaker on Ethics in the Pharmaceutical Industry • New Plans for the Field House • Potential Carcinogen Found Abundant in Collegeville • WeCAN Button and T-Shirt Campaign Successful • Scientific Sexual Healing • Nutrition Tips: Atkins in the News • Brief History of St. Patrick\u27s Day • Spotlight on Professor Laurian Bowles • Opinions: Obama-mania! • Bears Hungry for CC Crown • Longball Key to Bears Victoryhttps://digitalcommons.ursinus.edu/grizzlynews/1734/thumbnail.jp

The Grizzly, November 2, 2006

Escape Velocity Dancers Light Up the Stage in the Black Box Theater • Letter to the Editor • Drive to Support the Troops a Success • Ursinus Homecoming 2006: There\u27s No Place Like Home • Blood Drive a Success on Campus • Batteries Included • A Look at Muslim Women in History: Professor Barbara R. von Schlegell Speaks • UC\u27s Opportunity to Support American Troops • Haunting Tales from Main Street • 2008 Preview: Part I • Opinions: Iraq: Should We Stay or Should We Go? • Football Pounds Hopkins on Homecoming • One Win and In for Women\u27s Soccer • Homecoming Victory for Field Hockeyhttps://digitalcommons.ursinus.edu/grizzlynews/1723/thumbnail.jp

The Grizzly, March 29, 2007

Re-opening of Bomberger Hall • Incite AAAS Program Debut Newsletter • Young Girl\u27s Death Sparks Ethics Debate • Professor Vosburgh Awaits Trial • The Burning Question • Beat It! • Ursinus Theater Hosting Musical Farce • Mr. Ursinus Crowned • Nutrition Tips: Alcohol\u27s Caloric Content • Opinions: Injustice in Justice • Rangers Upset Ursinus with Last Second Goalhttps://digitalcommons.ursinus.edu/grizzlynews/1735/thumbnail.jp