Saint Anselm College

About: Saint Anselm College is a education organization based out in Manchester, New Hampshire, United States. It is known for research contribution in the topics: Nurse education & Extinction (psychology). The organization has 255 authors who have published 522 publications receiving 7222 citations.

Quantum clocks observe classical and quantum time dilation.

Abstract: At the intersection of quantum theory and relativity lies the possibility of a clock experiencing a superposition of proper times. We consider quantum clocks constructed from the internal degrees of relativistic particles that move through curved spacetime. The probability that one clock reads a given proper time conditioned on another clock reading a different proper time is derived. From this conditional probability distribution, it is shown that when the center-of-mass of these clocks move in localized momentum wave packets they observe classical time dilation. We then illustrate a quantum correction to the time dilation observed by a clock moving in a superposition of localized momentum wave packets that has the potential to be observed in experiment. The Helstrom-Holevo lower bound is used to derive a proper time-energy/mass uncertainty relation.

Fathers, daughters, and anorexia nervosa.

Abstract: PURPOSE. The study described the nature and meaning of the father–daughter relationship throughout the daughter's (N = 11) life from the perspective of the daughter, who has been in a 2-year recovery from anorexia nervosa (AN). Particular consideration was given to the changes over time. DESIGN AND METHODS. A narrative analysis method was used to examine the daughter's stories. FINDINGS. Several patterns emerged. This study is an exploration of the paths and processes that lead to, through, and into recovery from AN with regard to the father–daughter relationship. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS. The results have implications for nursing practice, research, and health policy.

Risks and Benefits of Swaddling Healthy Infants: An Integrative Review.

Abstract: Background Swaddling has been practiced since antiquity; however, there is controversy about its safety. Objectives The purpose of this review is to update and build upon previous reviews and synthesize evidence on risks and benefits of swaddling in healthy-term, near-term, or older infants. Data sources MEDLINE (1960-May 13, 2016) and CINAHL (1963-May 13, 2016) searches were conducted, relevant articles retrieved, and citation lists reviewed for other references. Synthesis methods A table summarizes study details. Selected older references and supporting literature are integrated into the synthesis to provide context. Results Swaddling calms infants and promotes sleep, but it is equally or less effective than other nonpharmacological methods in managing pain. There may be a slight risk for sudden infant death syndrome associated with supine swaddling, although the impact of confounding variables is unclear. Early skin-to-skin contact supports early breastfeeding, but swaddling does not have a negative impact on breastfeeding long term. Swaddling tightly around the hips is strongly associated with developmental dysplasia of the hip. More research is needed on the impact of swaddling on pain in term infants, infant vital signs, arousal thresholds, and a possible association between swaddling, vitamin D deficiency, and acute lower respiratory tract infection. Limitations The number of studies was small, with few randomized control trials, and researchers used different definitions of swaddling. Conclusions If a few precautions are taken, such as swaddling securely to minimize risk of unwrapping, avoiding overheating, placing infants to sleep supine, and discontinuing swaddling when infants first show signs of rolling over, swaddling presents minimal risk. Clinical implications Maternity and neonatal nurses should model swaddling practices based on the evidence and promote informed decision-making among infant caregivers.

"I will never know the person who I could have become": perceived changes in self-identity among adult survivors of clergy-perpetrated sexual abuse

Abstract: Clergy-perpetrated sexual abuse (CPSA) during childhood represents a tragic betrayal of trust that inflicts damage on the survivor, the family, and the parish community. Survivors often report CPSA has a disturbing impact on their self-identity. Despite intense media coverage of clergy abuse globally in the Catholic Church (and other faith communities) over several decades, relatively few empirical studies have been conducted with survivors. Beyond clinical observations and advocacy group reports, very little is known about survivors' perceptions of how the abuse impacted their long-term self-identity. Using data collected during the 2010 Health and Well-Being Survey, this qualitative analysis represents one of the first large-scale studies with a non-clinical sample of adult male survivors of CPSA from childhood (N = 205). The negative effects of the sexual abuse on participants were expressed across six domains of self-identity: (a) total self, (b) psychological self, (c) relational self, (d) gendered self, (e) aspirational self, and (f) spiritual self. These findings highlight the range and depth of self-suffering inflicted by this pernicious form of sexual violence. The findings are useful for developing clinical services for survivors, shaping public and institutional policies to address clergy-perpetrated sexual abuse, and guiding future research with this population.