Psychological Distress in the Era of Psychological Safety.

There has been a growing disconnect between learners and educators within medical education. As the landscape of medical education has been altered post-pandemic and cultural shifts favor "safe spaces," we sought to explore the tension that exists between a sense of safety and the discomfort inherent within the learning process. Through separate focus groups conducted with trainees and faculty, a common theme emerged: a sense of vulnerability.

Teaching About Contraception: Adolescent Attitudes Surrounding Sexual Education.

Purpose: Adolescent pregnancy remains an important public health issue in the United States as it has profound health consequences for both mother and child. Evidence shows that improved contraception use is a critical factor in decreasing rates of adolescent pregnancy. In order to provide effective and engaging contraception education, it is important to understand adolescents' attitudes, questions, and misconceptions around the topic and its delivery.

KLHL1 Controls Ca3.2 Expression in DRG Neurons and Mechanical Sensitivity to Pain.

Dorsal root ganglion (DRG) neurons process pain signaling through specialized nociceptors located in their peripheral endings. It has long been established low voltage-activated (LVA) Ca3.2 calcium channels control neuronal excitability during sensory perception in these neurons.