Author: joyce

Topic: How KM will stem the tide of losing talent and improve communication among departments?
Directions:
BY SATURDAY, complete the following:
Create a transcriipt for a PPT presentation, using the template below, discussing the major points for this week:
Address the issue of losing personnel from the scenario example and how KM can help stem the tide of good people leaving the company.
Address the issue of production or company performance glitches mentioned in the case scenario. Your presentation should include all of the issues presented to date to include Dawn/SECI model; Helmut; Harry and Imogine and missing files; Amid; Asian branch; cultural considerations and more.
Make at least three recommendations as to how GDD might effectuate KM practices to solve all the problems suggested in the case scenario.
Explain why these recommendations would work. Be sure to consider the multidisciplinary nature of KM and how these recommendations might reach across the company to touch all departments and divisions.
In your answer consider the company profile and case study facts to support the recommendations as well as the class material.
You must use course material to support your responses and APA in-text citations with a reference list.
Before submitting your initial post to this discussion, submit it in the form of a Word document or PPT to [Week 7 Brainstorming Discussion Dropbox] for review by Turnitin.
THROUGHOUT THE WEEK, complete the following:
Respond to your classmates three or more days throughout the week. Remember you are trying to develop the best answers to the questions as possible. Your classmates are doing the same so read the posts carefully looking for the best ideas being presented. The goal is that by the end of the week the class will come to some consensus as to the best answers giving you the chance to submit the best ideas in the final post.
You must use course materials to support your responses. Ensure you include in your comments where in our readings you they can find the supporting materials so they can improve their final posting.
Participation must be reflected in the final post so grades will be affected by the content portion of the post if participation is not shown. Therefore, it is important to get in the class often and with the idea of improving your initial post with the discussion so that the final grade will be the best you can deliver.
BY TUESDAY, complete the following:
Attach your final post in the classroom by 11:59 PM ET
The final post must reflect the brainstorming activities and should be different than the Saturday initial post.
The final post must include a variety of sources from the class material as well as the use of scenario or case study facts where appropriate.
PPT Transcriipt Template Example
Create the PPT bullet points you would need to cover your answers in the slides.
Explain the ideas that support your bullets.
Example:
Bullet: Knowledge Managers would collect information from all departments in GDD and share it with others for better strategic decision making.
Explanation: Look at the example given in the case study and support it with material from our readings and prior discussions to show the value to GDD.

Respond to  two of your colleagues by explaining the implications of why, as an advanced practice nurse, it is important to adopt a multidimensional, integrative model of psychopathology.
Peer 1 
Nicole Sorrentino
Introduction
Many factors can influence the development of psychopathology. These factors can include genetics or biological influences, psychological factors, and lastly social factors. It is important for a psychiatric and mental health nurse practitioner to take all of these factors into account when diagnosing and treating a patient as these factors can help to distinguish the root cause of a patient’s presentation. The following discussion will review biological factors such as genetics, psychological factors, and social factors that influence the development of psychopathology.
Biological factors
Genetic and neuroscientific factors can both influence the development of psychopathology. Genetic factors are passed down from birth and are hereditary. A family history of psychopathology can cause an individual to be more at risk of developing psychological disorders. For example, if an individual’s mother and grandmother have been diagnosed with depression, there is a good chance that the individual could develop depression at some point in their life. The same holds true for medical diagnosis. If an individual has family members with diabetes, genetics can cause an individual to be more at risk for diabetes later on in life. Mariz, and colleagues conducted a systematic review to analyze how environmental and genetic factors influence the development of psychopathology. Their review concluded that individuals are influenced by genes from being in the womb to childbirth and even after they are born, however as the individual begins to grow and interact with their environment, this often will exacerbate genetic characteristics (Mariz et al., 2021). This review shows how genetics can influence psychopathology by creating a foundation of genes that the individual may carry on throughout life which can be exacerbated by environmental influences.
Social Factors
Social factors are things within an individual’s environment that can influence their health and wellbeing. Some social factors that can influence the development of psychopathology include (but are not limited to) socio-economic status, household income, household family environment, work environment, and traumatic experiences. Children can be affected by their environment growing up which can affect neurodevelopment and lead to the development of a psychological disorder later on in life. Children who are raised in abusive environments have an increased risk of developing depression, anxiety, and/or aggressive/abusive behaviors of their own due to the environment they were raised in. A study conducted by Zhang and colleagues assessed how parental and social factors affect the psychopathology of offspring leading to behavioral problems and effects of cognition in children. Their study concluded that parental psychopathology, socioeconomic status, and social environment and interactions posed the largest risk leading to behavioral problems in children as well as cognitive performance (Zhang et al., 2020). The environment in which a child is raised does have a strong influence on the psychopathology of the child as they grow up. I have personally witnessed this firsthand between myself and my cousin. Both of us were adopted at birth into different hard-working families. Our biological family would be considered low economic status and very few people in our biological family either did not complete or even attend college. Being raised by hard working parents have turned us both into hard working individuals. He went on to become a M.D and I am currently working on becoming a psychiatric and mental health nurse practitioner. We both have met our biological parents, we both agree that had we not been adopted, we would more than likely not be where we are today in life. Both of us not don’t drink except socially, and both of our biological parents drink daily. Another trait we did not pick up due to being raised in a different environment than our biological environment. This was firsthand experience for me on how social factors can influence offspring and goes hand in hand with social factors affecting psychopathology. Social factors in adults can also affect the mental health of the individual. Stressful environments within work and marriages/relationships can lead to anxiety, depression, and other psychological conditions. An abusive relationship can lead to the development of depression and/or. In conclusion, people who are exposed to stressors within their environment and/or unfavorable circumstances are at greater risk of developing mental health disorders over the course of their life (Kirkbride et al., 2024) thus concluding social factors can influence psychopathology.
Psychological Factors
Psychological factors that influence the development of psychopathology include cognitive factors, emotional factors, and personality traits. Cognitive factors can be broken down into perception, attention, memory, and language. In summary, cognitive factors refer to how an individual might process and interpret a situation (perception), what information the individual may focus on (attention), how the situation is encoded, stored, then later retrieved (memory), and how the individual comprehends and explains the situation witnessed (language). This process happens without even having to think about it. Social cognitive theory explains how behaviors can be learned for watching another individual, if behaviors are rewarded, then an individual would more than likely repeat the behavior. However, if an individual sees the behavior end in a negative result, or is punished, they may not repeat the behavior (Nickerson, 2024). This is seen in substance abuse, specifically in children who are raised around family members who may abuse drugs and/or alcohol. Some children may witness their parents drinking and see the negative influence alcohol has had in their life in their parents lives and choose to never try alcohol so that they never end up like their parents. However, some children may notice their parents become less stressed and happier when under the influence. This individual may choose to drink when they become older due to the relief it brought their parents leading to a substance abuse disorder in their future.
Conclusion
There are many factors that can lead to a mental health this order or psychopathology. Some factors that can influence the development of psychopathology include biological, psychological, and social factors. When diagnosing and treating patients, it is important for a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner to incorporate these factors. Reflecting on how these factors can influence the development of a psychological disorder, can help the psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner to properly diagnose and treat the patient without just masking the symptoms of the diagnosis. By taking a broader approach and understanding how psychological biological and social factors can lead to the development of a psychological disorder, psychiatric nurse practitioner can determine what may have caused the patients diagnosis and better treat the patient versus just treating symptoms.
References
Kirkbride, J. B., Anglin, D. M., Colman, I., Dykxhoorn, J., Jones, P. B., Patalay, P., Pitman, A., Soneson, E., Steare, T., Wright, T., & Griffiths, S. L. (2024). The social determinants of mental health and disorder: Evidence, prevention and recommendations. World Psychiatry : Official Journal of the World Psychiatric Association (WPA), 23(1), 58–90. https://doi.org/10.1002/wps.21160
Nickerson, C. (2024, February 2). Albert Bandura’s Social Cognitive Theory. Simply Psychology. https://www.simplypsychology.org/social-cognitive-theory.html
Zhang, H., Lee, Z. X., White, T., & Qiu, A. (2020). Parental and social factors in relation to child psychopathology, behavior, and cognitive function. Translational Psychiatry, 10(1), 1–9. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41398-020-0761-6
Mariz, C., Souza Cruz, O., Moreira, D. (2021) The influence of environmental and genetic factors on the development of psychopathy: A systematic review. Aggression and Violent Behavior, Volume 62. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.avb.2021.101715.
Peer 2
 Jessica Willis
Psychopathology, or the development of mental health disorders, arises from a complex interplay of biological, psychological, and social factors. These influences contribute to how individuals respond to their circumstances, shaping maladaptive patterns that underlie various mental health conditions (American Psychiatric Association [APA], 2023). Understanding the multifactorial nature of psychopathology is essential for effective intervention and prevention strategies. 
Biological factors significantly influence the emergence of psychopathology. Genetics play a crucial role in determining an individual’s vulnerability to mental health disorders. Research highlights that specific genetic predispositions can increase susceptibility to conditions such as depression, anxiety, or bipolar disorder. Additionally, hormonal changes are pivotal in shaping mental health, particularly during adolescence. For example, hormonal fluctuations during puberty in young girls can exacerbate vulnerabilities to psychopathology, such as mood or anxiety disorders (National Institute of Mental Health [NIMH], 2024). Neuroendocrine dysregulation, including imbalances in stress-related hormones like cortisol, has also been implicated in the development of various mental health conditions. 
Environmental factors further interact with biological predispositions to shape the trajectory of mental health. Adverse experiences, including stress, trauma, and parenting practices, can significantly impact gene expression through processes such as epigenetic modifications (Smith & Jones, 2024). This interplay between genes and the environment underscores the concept of gene-environment interaction, wherein an individual’s genetic makeup influences their sensitivity to environmental stressors. Brain injuries, whether occurring at birth or later in life, also contribute to psychopathology. The specific area of the brain affected determines the nature of the psychological and behavioral symptoms. For instance, damage to the prefrontal cortex may impair emotional regulation and executive functioning, increasing vulnerability to stressors (Doe et al., 2023). 
Socioeconomic factors are another critical determinant of mental health. Children raised in poverty experience disproportionately high levels of stress due to food insecurity, inadequate access to education, and limited parental support. These stressors not only affect cognitive and emotional development but also increase the likelihood of developing mental health problems such as depression and anxiety (World Health Organization [WHO], 2023). Chronic exposure to socioeconomic adversity has been shown to dysregulate stress response systems, further compounding the risk of psychopathology. 
Understanding the multifaceted origins of psychopathology underscores the importance of comprehensive, multidisciplinary approaches to mental health. Interventions targeting biological, psychological, and social domains—including genetic counseling, trauma-informed care, and policies aimed at alleviating poverty—are essential in promoting mental well-being and preventing the onset of mental health disorders. Recognizing the interconnected nature of these factors enables clinicians and policymakers to address the root causes of psychopathology, fostering resilience and improved quality of life for affected individuals. 
References 
American Psychiatric Association. (2023). Practice guideline for the treatment of patients with mental health disorders. APA Press. 
National Institute of Mental Health. (2024). Hormonal influences on adolescent mental health. Retrieved from https://www.nimh.nih.gov 
Smith, J., & Jones, R. (2024). Epigenetics and the environment: Implications for mental health. Journal of Psychiatric Research, 68, 123-135. 
World Health Organization. (2023). Social determinants of mental health. Retrieved from https://www.who.int 
Doe, J., Roe, P., & Black, A. (2023). Neural mechanisms underlying psychopathology: Insights from neuroimaging studies. Neuroscience and Biobehavioral Reviews, 146, 45-60. 

The nurse encourages the patient to do his own activities of daily living, such as bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. How do these activities promote physical conditioning?

7.2 Discussion: Course Project: Presentation
Note: Include the scenario name at the top of your post.
Your presentation will demonstrate the project plan you created for your scenario with your chosen project management software tool (Microsoft Project). Review various types of reports and information this tool can provide to analyze the use and value of such tools for project management.
In your presentation, analyze the output, and include the following topics:
• Show a Gantt chart of the project.
• Define the critical path for the project. Which activities does the critical path include?
• Will this project finish on time according to the plan?
• In which ways would the project manager use the project plan/schedule and critical path to manage the project?
• How would the project be affected if the activity time estimates were too optimistic or too pessimistic?
• How valuable is a software-developed project plan like this to project managers?
Project Management Software Tool Resources
Creating a Simple Gantt Chart in Microsoft Project:
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The Gantt Chart: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ASFyvk_zfWg
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Proposal/topic of paper: The Role of “Con Te Partirò” in Italian Identity and Global Perception The paper examines the point where Italian cultural identity and the global popularity of classical crossover music meet, considering as a case study Andrea Bocelli’s “Con Te Partirò.” Its operatic core fully blends with its mainstream appeal, mirroring how Italian musical heritage interacts with international audiences. Its main focus is on how this combination of traditional Italian operatic expressions with popular music influences provides for a wider understanding of Italian identity and Italy’s cultural perception by the world. This combination of tradition and modernity makes “Con Te Partirò” a bridge, joining Italian heritage with Globe-spanning musical tastes, thereby rearranging the perception of Italian music and culture. Moreover, it will examine the role of language, emphasizing the use of Italian in global music and how it serves as a marker of cultural pride and identity. Feedback from teacher: Hi Vincent, While you can use “Con Te Partirò” as a case study, keep your paper focused on Italian cultural identity and classical crossover. In your paper, you cannot focus on Western classical music. See the following instruction: “You may focus on music from any part of the world (***except music from the Western European classical tradition***….”)

based on the attached files, you find my first report , second report, no i want to do the third report based on the prices list of my stocks and bonds , and i already have the template for needed requirements. 1- Prepare the required inputs for the Markowitz model (Full covariance model). 2- Determine the covariance between each pair of assets to understand their co-movements and diversify accordingly. 3- Apply the Markowitz optimization procedure to calculate the weights that will minimize the portfolio’s variance for a target level of return. This involves using tools such as Excel’s Solver. 4- Summarize the optimized asset weights within the risky portfolio. Considering 4 as your level of risk aversion, identify the best mix of risky portfolio and risk-free asset to be able to reach the optimal complete portfolio. 5- Identify expected portfolio return and risk derived from the Markowitz Model Kindly clarify each step in the excel with their formulas.

Post a response answering the following: Explain the difference between ion channels and G proteins as they relate to signal transduction and targets of medications. How would you answer the following patient question: My grandmother has a mental illness. I have the same genes as her. Will I also get the same mental illness? Note: Your response needs to be supported and validated by three (3) scholarly peer-reviewed resources located outside of your course Read a selection of your colleagues’ posts. Respond to at least two of your colleagues on 2 different days by supporting or expanding on their explanation, as well as how they have described their response to the patient.

In this week’s discussion: Discuss how the COVID-19 pandemic has influenced the healthcare safety and quality initiatives set forth in KSA’s Vision 2030. Describe the barriers that the COVID-19 pandemic has created. Analyze the role of the healthcare quality improvement specialist to mitigate these barriers and drive quality in healthcare in the future. Embed course material concepts, principles, and theories (which require supporting citations) in your initial response along with at least one scholarly, peer-reviewed journal article. Keep in mind that these scholarly references can be found in the Saudi Digital Library by conducting an advanced search specific to scholarly references. Use Saudi Electronic University academic writing standards and APA style guidelines. You are required to reply to at least two peer discussion question post answers to this weekly discussion question and/or your instructor’s response to your posting. These post replies need to be substantial and constructive in nature. They should add to the content of the post and evaluate/analyze that post’s answer. Normal course dialogue doesn’t fulfill these two peer replies but is expected throughout the course. Answering all course questions is also required.

Exam Content In the field, you will need to be able to communicate the results of your evaluation in a way that guides stakeholders through your process, extends understanding of your conclusions, and provokes questions and ideas that pave the way for future evaluation and change. You have already published an executive summary to use as an introduction to your final narrative. Complete your presentation by adding 10 to 15 slides that are designed to summarize the data you will collect. Use the outline that you prepared last week to map how you will communicate results. Also, take some time to consider a spectrum of responses given a variety of outcomes. In this way, you will be prepared for different reactions. Show the relationship between the goals and objectives of both the program and your proposed evaluation. Prepare slides in which you address the following: Results and recommendations welcomed by stakeholders Neutral results and recommendations Results and recommendations unwelcomed by stakeholders Include in your speaker notes details of how you will use the contingency planning you mapped in this week’s discussion. Format your PowerPoint® presentation to ensure the slides only contain essential information and as little text as possible. Do not design a slide made up of long bullet points. Your speaker notes convey the details you would give if you were presenting. For help, consult the guide on how to create speaker notes from Microsoft®. Include comprehensive speaker notes. Cite at least 2 peer-reviewed or similar references to support your assignment. Include a slide with APA-formatted references. Submit your assignment. Finally, prepare a 350-word summary document that your stakeholders can take with them and review. In this document, offer a concise review of the work you have done: In general, evaluation questions fall into these groups: Implementation: How and when will the evaluation take place? Effectiveness: Define evidence of evaluation quality and achievement. Efficiency: Summarize use of resources: time, human, and financial. Cost-Effectiveness: How will the value or benefit of evaluating the program to target improvement exceed the cost of maintaining the status quo? Attribution: How will progress on goals and objectives identified in your evaluation be shown to be related to program improvements, as opposed to other things that are going on at the same time? Cite a minimum of 3 peer-reviewed or similar sources to support your assignment. Format your executive summary according to APA guidelines. Submit your assignment.

Read any unresolved professor (or peer) comments and revisions made in Microsoft Word Track Changes on your Individual Course Paper in SharePoint . As needed, carefully re-read your original Topic Group: First publish Individual Course Paper (Module 1) assignment in Canvas and any required/supplied and supplemental sources that you found. (Re-)read all the peer Comments you received on your Individual Course Paper in the relevant Module 3 Canvas discussion thread for your Topic Group. Find at least one new, additional authoritative, analytical source that helps you expand your analysis in support of your thesis, and in a way that directly supports the expansion of your paper’s Body by 1 page. (You must, of course, both carefully cite to this new, additional source and include it in your paper’s References list—just like all those sources from Steps 1–2 above.) No later than Sunday, Dec. 1, 11:59 p.m., using all of the critique and new information from Steps 1–4 above, complete a major Expansion and Revision of your Individual Course Paper in the same Microsoft Word SharePoint file where you’ve already been working. The grading approach and rubric are the same as with the First publish and Revision 1. Make sure you read these instructions and the specific scoring criteria on the rubric. Revised Papers that don’t meet the minimums in these assignment instructions won’t get any points. Everyone has to read everyone else’s writing: you owe your peers a substantial effort. If you feel like you need more than the built-in Microsoft Word help with reviewing and resolving comments and accepting or rejecting changes, consider spending a few minutes on a LinkedIn Learning course. You can access LinkedIn Learning for free as a MSU Denver student by logging in using your MSU Denver email. (See the login procedure here .) I would recommend the Reviewing Documents with Others part of the “Word 2016 Essential Training” bookmarked here . Please note the following strict requirements apply to this Expanded & Revised Individual Course Paper: Do not add an abstract. This Expanded Paper must have exactly 3–4 pages of text. That means in the provided, numbered template, Page 1 will be your Title Page, the Body of your paper will start on Page 2 and end on Page 5, and your References will be on Page 6. Pay attention to maintain proper APA 7 Student Paper formatting and citation practices, using Purdue OWL as your reference. Make sure you re-read and follow MSU Denver’s Academic Integrity Standards . This course requires your original work and, consistent with Department policy , the use of generative AI is prohibited.