Abstract This paper examines attention-attracting styles in poetry, primarily open form poetry. It uses the anonymous poem: "What a wonderful bird the frog are,? to highlight the characteristics of open form poetry explains the effect that this style of poetry has on the reader. It also touches on other attention-attracting devices, such as startling and repetition.
From the Paper "Artists and writers utilize all manner of devices to attract their readers? attentions. Vladimir Nabokov, in his tome ?Pale Fire,? framed a novel in the form of a poem and its associated criticism. Nabokov publically stated that he attempted absolute mediocrity in writing the poem ?Pale Fire,? but this only showcases the unerring genius in the remainder of the work -- and as some critics would have it, genius in the poem itself despite Nabokov's own disclaimer. Thomas Pynchon, in his epic ?Gravity's Rainbow,? used all manner of attention-getting including various songs that the reader automatically sets to music in her head."
Abstract This argues that physical attractiveness, which has been a hotly debated topic for decades, is dependent on social factors. The author points out that these factors are socially dependent and not biologically dependent. The paper relates that the whole argument surround physical attractiveness centers on averageness.
From the Paper "The nature of physical attractiveness has been a hotly debated topic for decades. The basic argument focuses on whether physical attractiveness is more biologically or socially determined. This essay will argue that physical attractiveness is ultimately determined by social factors. Biological factors do provide the basic framework for determining what is physically attractive but the final determination of what is physically attractive is determined by social factors. This means that it can be argued that physically attractiveness is socially relative. The differences between the two theories of the nature of physical attractiveness are part of the larger debate of "nature and nurture"."
Abstract The paper discusses a study to determine whether there is an underlying commonality among all the different successful manifestation and law of attraction techniques used by people today. To this end, the paper analyzes a review of the peer-reviewed, popular literature, including a background and overview, a discussion of the law of attraction, and general manifestation methods related to it. The paper concludes with a summary of the research and salient findings.
Outline:
Introduction
Review of Related Literature
Methodology
Data Analysis
Summary, Conclusions and Recommendations
From the Paper "There is evidence of humankind's desire to manifest their thoughts into reality everywhere. Indeed, religions share a common theme of faith that suggests individual thought has power and can be used to effect change in their physical environment in various ways. Examples of this desire are also evident in the way people view the cosmos, with many believing that extraterrestrials routinely visit the Earth and so forth, while others seek evidence of cryptozoological specimens such as Bigfoot, the Loch Ness monster, et al., in the vanishing wildernesses of the planet. In this regard, people want and seem to need that their thoughts matter and that they can make a difference somehow. Over the millennia, different people have claimed to have achieved the ability to effect changes in the physical plane with their mere thoughts, but scientific evidence of such claims remains scant at best. Nevertheless, many people today remain firmly convinced that the manner in which they think about things can be used to achieve their personal goals and acquire material prosperity. While there are different approaches involved, practitioners of the methods used in the law of attraction are perfect examples of these individuals, and the law of attraction is discussed further below."
Abstract This paper discusses attention and defines it as a task-oriented focus maintained to achieve specific goals that tends to be enhanced through developing strategies that enhance focus. The paper explores one strategy that appears to be successful in this area, which utilizes variables that address various levels of perception. It explains that however, not every individual has the same response to a given stimulus, nor is there a universal strategy that can be applied to enhance perception and hold attention for all members of a given team. The author also addresses these issues in a brief exploration of what makes a successful team environment.
From the Paper "Attention, specifically a task-oriented focus maintained to achieve specific goals, tends to be enhanced through developing strategies that enhance focus. One strategy that appears to be successful in this area is that of utilizing variables that address various levels of perception. However, not every individual has the same response to a given stimulus, nor is there a universal strategy that can be applied to enhance perception and hold attention for all members of a given team (Strange & Banning, 2000). The creation of an environment that aids the attention and the perceptive processes of each member will need to identify the unique attributes and characteristics of the team as a whole. Personally, my threshold for auditory stimuli is quite low; I have an acute sense of hearing with a very wide range. I have always attributed this to the fact that I have asthma, as persons with asthma ..."
Abstract The paper explores attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) by considering its history, symptoms, and the way in which children are assessed. The paper then devotes time to discussing the cognitive ablilities of children with ADHD, including memory skills, and concludes with a brief discussion on future issues facing children with the disorder.
Outline:
Introduction
Historical Overview
"The Story of Fidigty Philip"
Assessment of Children with ADHD
Cognitive Abilities of Children with ADHD
ADHD Children and Memory
Conclusion
From the Paper "Although ADHD was not discovered by Dr. Heinrich Hoffman, a physican who published a number of books pertaining to psychiatry and medicine, his book "The Story of Fidigty Philip" (1863) clearly portrays a child with ADHD. Nevertheless, it was not until 1902 that Sir George F. Still described a condition which he entitled "Morbid Defect of Moral Control," and which he ascribed to a genetic disorder rather than that of poor parenting. His work described a group of children with significant behavioral problems, including high levels of hyperactivity and impulsiveness, thus referring to what is now termed ADHD."
Abstract This paper attempts to determine the state of the visitor attractions sector in the UK. The paper first assesses the state of the UK visitor attractions sector, reporting on the size of the sector in terms of type and numbers of attractions, the number of visitors, turnover, and recent growth. The paper then examines the current issues that affect the sector in terms of market trends, factors within the business environment, government regulations and environmental concerns. Next, the paper puts forward an example of good practice by illustrating a particular attraction's response to the current issues identified. The paper concludes by reporting the state of the sector according to the findings, outlining any prospects for future growth, and it's vulnerability to external crisis and level of dependence on partnership working or public sector support.
Outline:
Executive Summary
Contents Page
Methodology/Procedures
Introduction
The UK Visitor Attraction Sector
Type of Attractions Size of the Sector
Number of Visitors to Attractions Turnover
Recent Growth
Current Issues that Affect the Sector
Market Trends
Factors Within Business Environment
Government Regulations
Environmental Concerns
An Example Of Good Practice
Crealy Adventure Park
Conclusion
From the Paper "Visitor Attractions rely on the UK 'Travel and Tourism Market' which accounted for nearly 227 million trips taken in 2006. This was a significant decrease of 3.5% from the previous year. Of those trips, 126.3 million, (55.6%) were made in the 'domestic market', which equated to a significant 8.9% decrease in trips compared to 2005. The 'inbound market' showed an increase of 7.2%, up to 32.1 million trips, and outbound trips showed an increase of 3.2% to 68.5 million. The number of trips undertaken can directly affect visitor numbers to the attractions sector."
Tags: heritage, sites, strong, growth, regeneration, disposable, income
Abstract Physical attraction affects nearly every aspect of human life, from choosing partners to influencing attributional perceptions. Since physical appeal plays a huge role in the attraction between opposite sexes, there has been much study devoted to this aspect in particular. This paper refers to Amanda Gardner's article, "Opposites Don't Always Attract", which discusses the outcome of research that tries to explain physical attraction in a generalized manner. The paper examines just how important physical attractiveness is in order to find a partner.
From the Paper "However it is virtually impossible to generalize human relationships into standard rules or definitions, as in real life situations there are more complex factors to be considered. Finally we cannot ignore the character of a person when we discuss the attraction between the opposite sexes. A person beaming with inner beauty though lacking in external appearance may appeal more to the opposite sex."
Abstract This paper presents an experiment that attempts to determine if personality has a certain role pertaining to evaluating a person's attractiveness or if physical appearance is the determining factor in rating attractiveness. The proposed hypothesis in the paper is that people shown a picture along with a personality profile will rate the individual significantly differently in attractiveness than an individual who is shown only a picture. In the experiment, the dependent variable is attractiveness and the independent variable is a personality profile containing abilities, attitude, traits and background. Participants in the experiment were given a survey that asked them to rate, on a 7 point Likert Scale, how attractive the people in the photographs appeared. Although there was a slight difference between the two sample groups, that difference was not significant.
From the Paper "In the Noor and Evans (2003) experiment only women photographs were used and a 44-item Big-Five Inventory was used. The statistical analysis used was a one-way test, within-subjects ANOVA. There was a pretest with 57 participants to rate the pictures. The ANOVA revealed no significant main effect manipulation on rating of attractiveness. The pictures of asymmetrical faces were comparably attractive to the pictures of normal and symmetrical faces. Symmetry appeared to have a significant effect on ratings of personality. The experiment established an effect of facial symmetry on personality ratings, but failed to determine if facial symmetry had a significant effect on perceptions of attractiveness. Overall, the experiment supported predictions that facial symmetry affects personality impressions."
Abstract In this article, the writer notes that successful copulation and reproduction has been propagated by the human species for millions of years. The writer points out that this process has been studied and researched for centuries to determine the physiological and psychological motivations behind procreation and sexual attraction. The field of evolutionary psychology has attempted to do so, and derives evidence from psychology, neuroscience, anthropology, comparative zoology, sociology, behavioral genetics, and many other fields. The writer discusses that through such studies, more insight may be gained as to sexual attraction, mate choices, and social decisions regarding sex and relationship between men and women. The writer maintains that there is no doubt that human beings will continue mating and reproducing, yet the whole process continues to have a mysterious aura surrounding it. The writer then concludes that although study after study has been conducted, the physiological and psychological motivations behind procreation and sexual attraction are still elusive.
Outline:
Introduction
Evolutionary Function of Orgasms
What Men and Women Find Attractive Social vs. Sexual Attraction Conclusion
From the Paper "This modern day psychology of the human male is no doubt an offshoot from his male ancestors who were physiologically urged to over-reproduce to insure survival of the species.
"Women, on the other hand, do not appear to have such a physiological or psychological need to procreate with multiple males, as women do not compete with other female ova during sexual encounters. Therefore, short-term sexual partners for women may function only to evaluate possible long-term mates, and serve more of a social function whether than a sexual or reproductive one."
Presents the results of an experiment which combines the matching theory with the studies of infidelity, to determine if there is a causal relationship between the attractiveness level of the male adulterer and that of his mistress.
Abstract This paper discusses the result of research which placed 200 male undergraduate participants in a 4x3 mixed factorial design to determine if the physical attractiveness stereotype applied to adultery. Participants were assigned to 4 conditions. Each group was presented with a scenario depicting the character "John" committing adultery with one of 3 women. The first independent variable was the manipulation of the attractiveness level of "John". "John" was presented as either an unattractive, average, or attractive man. A "no picture" group was created to measure the participant's base line response. The participants were then asked to indicate which woman (unattractive, average, or attractive) "John" was having an affair with. The paper shows that results indicated that the matching hypothesis does occur in situations of infidelity. Evolutionary implications and reasoning are also discussed.
Paper Outline:
Abstract
Method
Discussion
Bibliography
From the Paper "Women look for a man whose appearance indicates a means to acquire resources and the ability to protect/care for any potential offspring (Townsend, 1990). These cues, coming from an evolutionary standpoint, are also very logical. Women have much more at stake than men do when it comes to child bearing. Females seek a mate that exhibits traits that imply that he will be able to provide for her during her pregnancy, since during those 9 months she will be unable to provide for her self (in an ancestral hunter-gatherer society). If the women in question does not embody the traits men find desirable, she will have to look for a man that is lower on the attractiveness ladder."
Abstract In this article, the writer discusses that tourism is mainly based on geographical attractions, which include beautiful scenery, exciting and/or exotic locations, among others. The writer points out that the reasons for which people choose various tourist locations differ according to needs, preferences and affordability. The writer explains that heritage tourism is an example of tourist activity that allows people to enrich their basis of knowledge and information. Further, the writer notes that heritage tourism or cultural tourism is a branch of tourism offering the cultural dimension of the location where tourism occurs as the main value. Historical sites are usually the main attraction in this case. The writer discusses that the main coordinates of heritage tourism include culture, historic information, interaction with the local people and eventually, a perceived sense of adventure.
From the Paper "Heritage tourism or cultural tourism is a branch of tourism offering the cultural dimension of the location where tourism occurs as the main value. Historical sites are usually the main attraction in this case. The main coordinates of heritage tourism include culture, historic information, interaction with the local people and eventually, a perceived sense of adventure. Heritage tourism allows people to get in touch with the past. At the same time, it is important to mention that it contributes to the preservation of the cultural heritage itself."
"The products that heritage tourism offers can be customer oriented. From this point of view, one could speak about creative tourism. Creative tourism is based on the principle of interactivity."
Abstract This paper discusses how studies regarding the components of attention and perception have long been considered essential in understanding the human brain; parallel studies in other scientific fields have increased its consequence by identifying it as important factors in human evolution and development. In particular, the paper examines how understanding selective attention in the process of visual perception requires the recognition of the different attention mechanisms that are involved in the identification of a stimulus versus those that are involved after the process of perception. The paper also looks at how modern cognitive neuroscience experts in particular are emphasizing the need to further understand the components of selective visual attention to an attentional spotlight considering neuroanatomy and timing.
From the Paper "According to Chris Chatam (2006), "The spotlight metaphor of attention accords with our subjective experience: as we move throughout our environment, we can feel our attention "focus" on particular objects, much like an adjustable flashlight might." Thus, attention functions as a means of resolution of perception ambiguities that occur in the process of neural coding of how multiple objects are being perceived. This has been observed when attention was measured via electrophysiological instruments (LaBerge et al, 1997). Walther and his associates' (2005) studies point out that the process of visual searching includes both the process of spatially selective attention to the target and at the same time specific attention modulation to the visual area through retinotopic organization V1 ahs not been deterministic. "
Abstract This paper analyzes Bret Easton Ellis's novel, "The Rules of Attraction", a commentary on society's loss of family values where the pages are filled with the characters? mindless bouts with sex, drugs and alcohol. It questions why each character accepts the meaningless, arbitrary sexual and drug-related acts they commit on a regular basis and attributes the answer to the idea that true love is unobtainable and senseless sex is the only thing that is real. Ellis has created a world where everybody loves someone who loves somebody else or who does not care to love anyone.
From the Paper "From the very first sentence of the novel, the reader can see that The Rules of Attraction will offer no fulfilling conclusion. The book begins in the middle of a sentence. If there is no clear opening to the story, how can it be concluded in a standard sense? The sentence also runs on for roughly 13 lines. It is Lauren discussing the loss of her virginity. The passage is amazing though because in its several lines it provides no real information. The sentence is pointless because Lauren only remembers flashes of the experience, not including the date of the event or the man present."
Abstract This paper is an investigation of the communication theory of how men are intimidated by women they are attracted to and the ways they go about approaching the situation. It contains a diagram which explains the theory pictorially and an extensive annotated bibliography. The paper constructed in psychological theory format.
Table of Contents:
Summary of Theory
Description of Behavioral Domain
Constructs
Specification of Relationships among Constructs
Annotated Bibliography
From the Paper "Summary of Theory: A man will act differently during his first encounter with a woman depending on his level of attraction to her. If a man does not find a woman physically appealing, he will be more open and less self-conscious. On the other hand, if a man is attracted to a woman, he is more likely to put up a front, act unlike himself, and be more self-conscious of how he talks and acts, so as to appear ?macho.? This theory will deal with the latter.
