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The Research and Scholarship Institutional Repository collects, preserves, and showcases the scholarly achievements of Texas State University's academic community. It provides open access to the diverse array of research and scholarship materials created at Texas State including articles, presentations, posters, electronic theses and dissertations, capstones, multimedia presentations, and more.
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Recent Submissions
Martial Arts for Reduction of Childhood Obesity and Health Promotion [poster]
(2023-11) Haertner, Micah
The purpose of this project is to provide a systematic review of literature on martial arts as an intervention for childhood obesity and related health markers.
Martial Arts Training Effects on Health Markers in Adolescents and Children: A Systematic Review [paper]
(2023-11) Haertner, Micah; Littlefield, Amber
Introduction: Childhood obesity has been a growing concern over the past 50 years in the United States. Healthcare providers have extensively studied childhood obesity, yet the rates continue to rise. Obesity contributes to lifelong health complications including cardiovascular disease, hyperlipidemia, hypertension, type 2 diabetes mellitus, and certain cancers. A disproportionate number of Hispanic and non-Hispanic Black children are affected by childhood obesity. Childhood obesity also contributes to the overall economic burden on the healthcare industry. Methods: A review of literature was conducted using PubMed, CINAHL, MEDLINE, and ScienceDirect databases. Articles included in the systematic review must meet the following inclusion criteria: published between 2017 to 2023, report primary research, peer reviewed, written in English, and they must address the effectiveness of martial arts on improving health markers in children. Results: A total of 434 articles were identified and of those articles seven met the inclusion criteria. Common themes across studies were an increase in cardiovascular fitness from martial arts as well as an improvement in body composition due to martial arts training. Discussion: The major findings were improvements in cardiovascular fitness and improvement in body composition. Studies suggest that martial arts could be a feasible method of increasing physical activity and reducing body fat. Some studies suggest that increase in other health markers, such as increases in lean body mass, could be achieved through martial arts. The results were inconclusive on the effects of martial arts on BMI.
Barriers and Outcomes for Low-income Women with Mental Illness During Post-Partum [poster]
(2023-11) Bibles, Sharmelle R.
Introduction: Maternal mortality among low-income mothers in the United States (U.S.) is steadily increasing (Eckert, 2020). The risk for developing mental illness is higher among middle- and low-income households, where 1 in 4 women report depression during pregnancy and 1 in 5 report having postpartum depression (Awini et al., 2023). Several research studies have examined social determinants of health (SDOH) impact on mental healthcare treatment among pregnant and post-partum women. However, gaps in the literature suggest that more research is needed to examine mental health outcomes for mothers and babies with untreated mental illness during the post-partum period. This systematic literature review aims to identify barriers to healthcare, patient outcomes, and helpful interventions for post-partum women with mental illness in low-income communities. Methods: The author extracted data from articles between 2018 and 2023 via CINHAL, Pubmed, and Psychinfo electronic databases. An ancestry search strategy was also used for data collection. Articles selected for this study meet inclusion criteria: (1) primary research articles, (2) published in English, (3) published in a peer-reviewed journal, (4) published within the last five years, and (5) addressed or related to barriers and outcomes for low-income, post-partum women with mental illness. The Rapid Quality Critical Appraisal Tool, adapted by Melnyk and Fineout-Overholt (2019), was used to appraise and evaluate quality of the literature. Results: 1,512 articles were identified, and seven studies met inclusion criteria. Five common themes were identified across studies as barriers for low-income post-partum women in need of mental healthcare: (1) lack of social and community support, (2) lack of transportation and community resources, (3) lack of financial assistance and income, (4) lack of provide education (understanding) and advocacy (5) lack of mental health education. Discussion: Results suggest a critical need for multiple stakeholders to address the complex barriers and social determinants of health that result in poor outcomes for low-income postpartum women with mental illness.
Barriers and Outcomes for Low-income Women with Mental Illness During Post-Partum: A Systematic Review [paper]
(2023-11) Bibles, Sharmelle; Littlefield, Amber
Introduction: Maternal mortality among low-income mothers in the United States (U.S.) is steadily increasing (Eckert, 2020). The risk for developing mental illness is higher among middle- and low-income households, where 1 in 4 women report depression during pregnancy and 1 in 5 report having postpartum depression (Awini et al., 2023). Several research studies have examined social determinants of health (SDOH) impact on mental healthcare treatment among pregnant and post-partum women. However, gaps in the literature suggest that more research is needed to examine mental health outcomes for mothers and babies with untreated mental illness during the post-partum period. This systematic literature review aims to identify barriers to healthcare, patient outcomes, and helpful interventions for post-partum women with mental illness in low-income communities. Methods: The author extracted data from articles between 2018 and 2023 via CINHAL, Pubmed, and Psychinfo electronic databases. An ancestry search strategy was also used for data collection. Articles selected for this study meet inclusion criteria: (1) primary research articles, (2) published in English, (3) published in a peer-reviewed journal, (4) published within the last five years, and (5) addressed or related to barriers and outcomes for low-income, post-partum women with mental illness. The Rapid Quality Critical Appraisal Tool, adapted by Melnyk and Fineout-Overholt (2019), was used to appraise and evaluate quality of the literature. Results: 1,512 articles were identified, and seven studies met inclusion criteria. Five common themes were identified across studies as barriers for low-income post-partum women in need of mental healthcare: (1) lack of social and community support, (2) lack of transportation and community resources, (3) lack of financial assistance and income, (4) lack of provide education (understanding) and advocacy (5) lack of mental health education. Discussion: Results suggest a critical need for multiple stakeholders to address the complex barriers and social determinants of health that result in poor outcomes for low-income postpartum women with mental illness.
Transgender Health and Breast Cancer Risk: Unveiling the Evidence [poster]
(2023-11) Brown, Tiffany N.
The purpose of this systematic review is to examine the breast cancer risk among transgender individuals undergoing GAHT. The review is guided by Dorothea Orem's Self-Care Deficit Nursing Theory, emphasizing the importance of self-care in healthcare and the role of nursing interventions in supporting transgender individuals' self-care related to breast cancer risk. This study aims to provide insights into the medical implications of GAHT in the transgender community, thereby aiding in informed healthcare decisions.