Journal of Applied Self-Regulation

Welcome from the Editors

Sonia Mastrangelo — 2024-05-06

Journal of Applied Self-Regulation Launched

Sonia Mastrangelo — 2024-05-06

Journal of Applied Self-Regulation Launched

Dr. Sonia Mastrangelo (Associate Professor and Chair, Undergraduate Education Programs, Orillia) and Dr. Anne Showalter (The MEHRIT Centre) are launching a new journal: the Journal of Applied Self-Regulation. The journal’s purpose is to provide a platform for researchers and practitioners to share international research and knowledge about Shanker Self-Reg®.

Shanker Self-Reg is based on decades of research by Dr. Stuart Shanker distinguished research Professor Emeritus of Philosophy and Psychology and the Founder & Visionary of The MEHRIT Centre, Ltd (TMC). Through TMC that research continues and grows in its application through the work of CEO Dr. Susan Hopkins.

“Self-regulation is the ability to remain calmly focused and alert during times of stress, and this knowledge can be applied to a multitude of situations,” says Sonia.

The first issue of the journal, to be published in the Fall of 2023, includes a compilation of conference proceedings from the Applied Self-Regulation Knowledge (ASK) Conference that took place at Lakehead University Orillia last May. The conference focused on improving the mental health of post-secondary students, and included contributions from faculty members, graduate students, and mental health professionals.

The Journal of Applied Self-Regulation will be part of the ASK (Applied Self-Regulation Knowledge) website.

Art by Alice Lehman

Alice Lehman — 2024-05-06

Overwhelmed Students/Overwhelmed Staff and Faculty

Les Fleischer — 2024-05-06

Some of the most challenging students for university personnel are those who present with personality disorders. I will highlight how to identify those students who might have personality disorders and will address some of the common challenges. Often these students evoke powerful emotions, interpersonal conflict, dysfunctional alliances, boundary problems, impasses, and they are at high risk for attrition. Methods for addressing these challenges and treatment options will be discussed. Gaps in university mental health services for this population will also be addressed.

Lights! Cameras! Action Research! Self-Reg in the Spotlight for Pre-Service Teachers’ Wellbeing

Marie Edwards — 2024-05-06

Art by Clara Lehman

Clara Lehman — 2024-05-06

Teacher Candidate Wellbeing in the Lakehead Faculty of Education, Orillia

Gary Pluim — 2024-05-06

The Operation Happy to Be Here (OH2BH) project aims to understand and represent the experiences of Professional Program students during their enrollment in the Faculty of Education at Lakehead University. Among its goals is to establish a sense of the well-being of our students, including (a) the mental health issues (anxiety, stress, worriedness, etc.) they cope with during their time in our program; (b) what contributes to these disconcerting circumstances; and (c) what individual, institutional, and structural interventions might be appropriate to respond to student wellness concerns.

Creating a community of safety

Alexandra Thomson — 2024-05-06

This paper is for post-secondary instructors and is about creating a community of safety in the classroom. The majority of this paper will focus on elements of my classroom teaching that help students to feel comfortable and ready to learn. This includes routines with which to begin class, tips for developing effective reading lists and assignments, and ways to develop community and friendships among students, whether teaching in-person or online.

Trigger warnings may not be enough

Evan George — 2024-05-06

In 2014, a US college created a policy requiring faculty to provide trigger warnings for students sparking a heated debate across North America regarding the need for, and efficacy of, trigger warnings in higher education. We present the findings of our study on the opinions of students, professors, and trauma survivors in higher education regarding the use of trigger warnings in classrooms and discuss the need to be more intentional about supporting students and their mental health. A broader discussion about integrating trauma-informed practices in higher education will be presented with experiences, ideas, and approaches to supporting student mental health.

Applying the Shanker Self-Reg Framework®: Supporting the Mental Health and Wellbeing of an International Woman Graduate Student Transitioning to Canada during the COVID-19 Pandemic

Claudia Flores-Moreno — 2024-05-06