In the field of Speech Language Pathology, multiple populations seek intervention and therapy. Among these are individuals who have oropharyngeal dysphagia or challenges during the process of swallowing at the level of the oral cavity and throat. Our study assists this population by altering the flow rate of liquid as it leaves a cup in […]
A22: High Blood Pressure and Depression in U.S. Adults: a Cross-sectional Study
Introduction Depression is a complex mental illness that has many possible risk factors. Approximately 21 million adults in the United States suffer from major depressive disorder. The comorbidities linked to depression are contributing to an increasing economic burden on the United States. Additionally, there are over 116 million adults in the United States that have […]
A32: Changes in Accessing Services for Children with Autism in the European Union; A Focus on Luxembourg
My project for the 2022 University Research Forum encompasses changes in accessing services for children with autism in the European Union, specifically, Luxembourg. As a Global Health minor, I completed an immersion experience. Mine took place last semester at Fondation Autisme Luxembourg, an organization that has three care centers for children and adults on the […]
A60: Habitual Vaping And Its Effect On Pulmonary Function In College Age Men And Women
Abstract: The use of electronic cigarettes, otherwise known as vaping, has dramatically increased among college students within recent years. Vaping has been marketed as a safer alternative to cigarettes, however, there is minimal research studying potential adverse effects of vaping. PURPOSE: To identify any potential relationships between e-cigarette use and clinical indicators of pulmonary function. […]
A61: Does Your Energy Drink Really Boost Your Metabolism?
Background: Energy drink consumption is prevalent among college students, with recent studies indicating that >30% of college students consume energy drinks daily. These drinks range in caloric content, but typically contain caffeine in amounts greater than 1-2 cups of coffee. Additionally, they employ marketing claims such as “increased energy”, “increased attention/alertness”, “increased metabolism”, and “increased […]
A62: Metabolic Energy Expenditure and Activities of Daily Living Performance When Using a Hands-Free Crutch Versus Other Assistive Devices
Background: Ambulation using standard axillary crutches (SACs) is associated with increased energy expenditure (EE) and decreased gait speed compared to unassisted walking. A hands-free crutch (HFC) may represent an alternative to AC to decrease EE for those requiring assistive device to improve patient compliance and early-mobilization following lower limb injuries. The aim of this study […]
A64: College Students’ Willingness to Change Drinking to Cope Tendencies
Alcohol consumption continues to be a public health concern across university campuses. While there are numerous reasons that college students drink alcohol, drinking to cope with negative feelings is a popular motive. Research has shown a multitude of consequences that drinking to cope can have on college students such as increased alcohol consumption, impaired judgment, […]
C12: The Effect of Off-Season Training on Aerobic Power in Miami University Club Rowers
In the world of sports, maximizing the training of performance variables within a sport will bring you one step closer to success over the competition. This study dives into the world of health sciences and aims to explore the effects of off-season training on the performance variables of rowers. The study aims to identify what […]
B44: Characteristics of Teacher Signing in a School-Based Setting for Children with Apraxia of Speech
Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) is a motor speech disorder impacting the ability to plan the motor movements necessary for speech production. CAS affects 0.1-0.2% of all children and often those with CAS receive intervention consisting of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC). AAC involves the use of speech generating devices or manual signs as a […]
B76: The Effect of Protein Supplementation and Resistance Exercise Training on Specific Measures of Muscle Mass Growth: Methods of a Meta-Analysis
We have gathered studies to properly look at the outcome of protein supplementation on resistance training on muscle mass, including muscle thickness, muscle fibers, and cross-sectional area of the muscle in both young and old populations. These studies involve participants of >18y, of both sexes, in any degree of health or physical activity (i.e., untrained, […]