CSU Health Programs

Breakout Sessions (9:45 – 10:30 a.m.)

Genes, Brains, and Evolution

Presenter:	Dr. Jeremy E. C. Genovese, Associate Professor of Human Development and Educational Psychology, Cleveland State
Description:	Drawing on behavior genetics, neurobiology, and evolutionary psychology, this session will explore how modern science is changing our understanding of human behavior.

Media Literacy & Health: Arming Students to Counter the Harmful Effects of Media in Their Lives

Presenter:

Dr. Sue Ziegler, Professor Emerita for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, Cleveland State

Description:

Media literacy education provides students of all ages with critical thinking skills needed to deconstruct unhealthy media messages and to better prepare them to cope with the powerful messages and imagery that pervade a multi-media global community (e.g., body image, food, beverages, substances, violence, exercise, sexual behavior, etc.). Media Literacy arms students with the informed inquiry skills needed to become more aware of the influences of media and to access, analyze, explore, and evaluate the impact of media in their own lives. Media literacy education can be integrated across the curriculum to nurture students’ decision-making skills for healthier lifestyles.   Powerpoint Presentation.      Handout.

The Role of Language in Medication Errors

Presenter:	Conor T. McLennan, Assistant Professor of Psychology, Cleveland State
Description:	A line of research investigating prescription drug name errors by heath care professionals and laymen has benefited from previous work in cognitive psychology and language perception. The interdisciplinary nature of this collaborative project will be discussed, as well as the experimental designs and overall findings from two sets of studies.   Powerpoint Presentation.

Serving Children and Adolescents with Dual Diagnosis

Presenters:	Dr. Aaron Ellington, Director of the Dual Diagnosis Adolescent Treatment Program; Dr. John Hertzer, Director of Clinical Services
Description:	Presentation objectives: - Individuals will be able to identify current clinical services within the Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Department; - Individuals will be able to understand levels of care and the need for them; - Individuals will be able to understand what the Dual Diagnosis Adolescent Treatment Program (DDATP) is and how it can service the community.   Powerpoint Presentation.

Walking Hand- in–Hand toward Spiritual Health: Campus and Community

Presenters:

Dr. Marilyn Weitzel R.N., C.N.L., Assistant Professor; Dr. Joan Thoman, R.N., Assistant Professor for the School of Nursing, Cleveland State

Description:

We will describe how campus organizations like Nurses Christian Fellowship (NCF) and Intervarsity Fellowship(IVF) collaborate within the community like IVF and NCF Regional working toward addressing spiritual needs. We will focus on the assessment and implementation of strategies to meet spiritual needs. Outcomes will be the increased health of individuals through the lifespan.   Powerpoint Presentation.

Westside Middle School Shooting-A Decade of Lessons Learned

Presenter:	Linda Speer Graham, School Psychology Specialist, Crisis Coordinator Nettleton School District
Description:	Ten years ago, two middle schools students committed a schoolyard massacre that left five dead and ten wounded. The impact on the Jonesboro community is still significant a decade later. This presentation will provide an overview of the event and attempt to put the last ten years of “lesson learned” in perspective.

Yin and Yang of Traditional Chinese Medicine, an introduction to TCM

Presenter:	Dr. James Jingbo Wang
Description:	Over 3000 years, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has become one of the most fascinating and complicated healing system. TCM is based on the meticulous observation of nature, the cosmos, and the human body. In this presentation, Dr. Wang will explain the most common forms of TCM: acupuncture and herbal medicine.   Powerpoint Presentation.

 

Breakout Sessions (10:45 – 11:30 a.m.)

Creating Wellness and Balance to Enhance Overall Health

Presenters:

Dr. Kathryn MacCluskie, Associate Professor; Dr. Dilani Perera, Assistant Professor for Counseling, Administration, Supervision and Adult Learning, Cleveland State

Description:

This breakout session will combine theory and experiential activities to help participants explore the balance of activities and emotional investments in their lives. We will begin with a brief review of Erikson's developmental stages and the concept of homeostasis in organisms, and move from there to look at a model for analyzing one's life balance. Then participants will have the opportunity to diagram their own lives and homeostatic forces, and consider where, if anywhere, adjustments might be made to enhance their daily lives.

Keeping Fit with Technology

Presenters:	Mary Motley, UG Enrollment Services Coordinator; Dr. Kathy Little, Assistant Professor; Dr. Ken Sparks, Associate Professor
Description:	This session will provide an overview of affordable technology that can be used to monitor and enhance your levels of fitness. Select forms of technology will be demonstrated (eg., Wii Sports/Wii Fit, use of PDAs). A discussion of technology and its impact on exercise and fitness will conclude the session.

Student Health Update: What's New at CSU

Presenter:	Henry Eisenberg, Director, Health & Wellness Services, Cleveland State
Description:	Discussion of student health topics including asthma, lipid screening, tobacco cessation, STD's; Counseling for anxiety-stress, depression and eating disorders; and Disabilities Services unique contributions to CSU.

Taking the Mystery Out of How Learning Works

Presenter:	Portia Brown-Winston, President, Bernard Consulting
Description:	The brain has 8 systems, although no one has all 8 functioning at peak levels. This session will outline the systems and their functions to provide neurological approach to learning. Participants will learn to identify strong and challenged systems, and tolls to use for short-term turnarounds in performance.   Powerpoint Presentation.      Handout.

Tools for Today and Tomorrow: A Community Resource for Families and Professionals Caring for Children with Chronic Illnesses and/or Disabilities

Presenters:

Linda Kresnye, Program Manager, Tools for Today and Tomorrow; Craig Wilson, Executive Director; Joanmarie Button, Family Services Manager; Ronald McDonald House® of Cleveland, Inc.

Description:

Parents and guardians are the best advocates, caregivers and care coordinators in helping children achieve their potential. Children with chronic illnesses and/or disabilities need significantly more help and resources. Learn how this unique consortium assists and supports families and professionals, helps inform them about important lifespan issues, and supports networking with community resources, regardless of diagnosis.

What's Right and Wrong About Genomics

Presenter:	Gina Smith, Author of “The Genomics Age”
Description:	A presentation and Q&A with the audience regarding the ethics of genomics.

 

Breakout Sessions (1:15 – 2:00 p.m.)

Addressing the Social Emotional and Leisure Needs of Low-Income Urban Youth in After-School Care

Presenter:	Dr. Susan Bazyk, OTR/L, FAOTA, Associate Professor, Director, Master of Science in Health Sciences Program, Cleveland State
Description:	In the spirit of social justice, the Occupational Therapy Groups for HOPE (Healthy Occupations for Positive Emotions) were specifically developed to address the play/leisure and social-emotional needs of low-income urban youth attending after-school care at The City Mission. An overview of this service learning program and outcomes will be presented.

Attachment Theory and Therapeutic Relationship

Presenter:	Dr. Benjamin W. Kearney, Vice President, Chief Clinical Officer; Berea Children’s Home and Family Services
Description:	Attachment theory and its supporting scientific evidence can be very helpful in building the therapeutic relationship and understanding both the development and treatment of our client’s symptoms. This session will briefly review the latest scientific developments in Attachment Theory and then discuss their implications in treatment, including the need for early childhood mental health treatment.

Community Based Participatory Research: Engaging the community to address Obesity

Presenter:	Peter Whitt, M.S.W., L.S.W., Associate Director, Center for Health Equity, Cleveland State
Description:	This presentation will highlight the Principles of Community Based Participatory Research (CBPR) and provide an understanding of CBPR by illustrating partnerships with local community residents, stakeholders and researchers to address obesity in one of Cleveland’s most challenging neighborhoods. This presentation is based on local research funded by National Institute of Health.

Diabetes across the Lifespan: Clinical impact of the disease in the community

Presenter:	Dorothy Jean Hamilton, MSN, RN, CNP, ACNP-BC, CCRN, Clinical Assistant Professor for the School of Nursing, Cleveland State
Description:	This presentation will provide information related to the clinical management of Diabetes and the impact of the disease in the Northeast Ohio area. Session attendants will also obtain information related to lifestyle changes that has been proven to assist in decreasing complications associated with Diabetes.   Powerpoint Presentation.       Handout.

Play Therapy: Connection to the Spirit of the Child

Presenter:	Dr. Cynthia Reynolds, Professor, University of Akron, PCC-S, Licensed Psychologist, Registered Play Therapist Supervisor
Description:	This presentation provides an overview of play therapy and the way play therapy creates a space for the child’s body, mind, and spirit to connect through relationship for growth and healing.

Transition from High School to College for Students with Disabilities

Presenter:	Dr. Glenn Goodman, OTR/L, Associate Professor, Director, Master of Occupational Therapy Program, Cleveland State
Description:	A pilot project was funded by the State Library of Ohio to enhance access of Public Libraries to Patrons with Disabilities. CSU and CMSD partnered to provide instruction in CSU Library Services, Services for Students with Disabilities, and Career Services. In addition 20 high school students with disabilities will receive evaluation and training in adaptive computer access.