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Featured Aerohaptics - Applied Healthcare System: A Unique Therapeutic System and a Method to Relieve Stress, Anxiety, and Depression in People Suffering from the Emotional or Physical Separation of Loved Ones View Digital Media
Innovation Showcase Zulfiqar Aslam
Anxiety and depression are common and natural to the grieving process. Usually, after the loss of a loved one or emotional distancing from a family member or a close friend due to a disagreement, adults as well as children may experience a complicated grief or anxiety disorder. Grieving people find themselves panicking or worrying excessively about what or whom else they could lose in the future, leading to various mental disorders. Therefore, the purpose of this scientific research and study is to develop and apply a unique therapeutic system and a method utilizing 3D virtual holographic projections along with artificial intelligence for sensing emotions and responding to patients who experience intense grief symptoms. This type of a unique healthcare system can be equipped in the psychiatric unit of a medical facility and can help in providing comfort and support to the patients for communication in real time, safe and responsible environment under the supervision of medical and technological experts.
Use of the Buzzy as a Non-pharmacological Pain Management Tool among Young Adults with Mild Trypanophobia View Digital Media
Innovation Showcase Holly Kihm
The purpose of this project is to address the need for non-pharmacological pain management resources for young adults. Oftentimes, literature on non-pharmacological pain management focuses on children, though it is known that young adults, too, experience anxiety and mild to severe trypanophobia (fear of needles). During this COVID-19 pandemic, it is especially important for those eligible to be vaccinated and boosted to protect themselves and others from COVID-19. To help alleviate anxiety and injection pain, our research team employed the use of the “Buzzy” at our university’s vaccine clinics. Simply described, Buzzy is a handheld device about the size of a computer mouse that buzzes (vibrates) on the skin. The buzzing confuses nerves in the area so patients receiving injections, like a vaccine, do not feel sharp pain. During vaccine clinic days, students were asked if they would like to hear more about how using Buzzy could help take the “sting” out of their vaccine. The students completed a consent form and a brief survey. The Buzzy was applied to the injection site for one minute, and moved one inch above the injection site as the vaccination took place. Students then completed a second survey. Data showed very positive experiences using the Buzzy, including decreased pain and decrease in anxiety. During this time when being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 is critical for public health, having a non-pharmacological pain management tool available may help to increase vaccination rates, especially with booster doses.
The College of New Jersey's Collaborative Approach to Support Health and Wellness View Digital Media
Innovation Showcase Laura Bruno Dr., Anne Farrell
A variety of The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) programs and offices have worked collaboratively to expand the types of informational and experiential activities to support the dimensions of wellness for community members. A range of cultural/global recreational activities were created to increase opportunities, be more inclusive, and meet the needs of community members. Opportunities focused on targeted populations and the related physical/recreational activities, emotional and social practices, dietary/nutrition exploration, digital technology and environmental supports used to support health.
