Abstract
This paper discusses the book, "Buddha" by Karen Armstrong and discusses its relationship to the Axial Age, the phrase for the pivotal time in history that Karl Jaspers, the philosopher, coined. The paper begins by describing the Axial Age and its characteristics in various places around the world. It then discusses how Armstrong's references in her book relate to the historical view of the time.

Table of Contents:
Introduction: The Axial Age and its Characteristics
The Axial Age Transformations in Greece, China and Palestine

From the Paper
"According to Armstrong, all the prophets and sages of the Axial Age discovered, simultaneously, that the way to a higher, transcendent, more fully human life was by looking within and discovering self-existing, self-liberating, inner truths. Common to these spiritual movements, as well, was that 'compassion towards others' would lead to a more meaningful, freer life in this world. It was a pivotal, revolutionary thought that, centuries later, is still at the root of our traditional religions and still presents a challenge, while resonating an inner conviction of its truth."

Tags:invasion, development, Mycenaean

Abstract
This paper presents and describes an experiment in which DNA was extracted from C. Elagens to be amplified and electrophoresed. The paper discusses information retrieved from W. MacGinnis and R. Krumlauf's article, "Homeobox Genes and Axial Patterning." The paper focuses on discussing the methods and results for the experiment.

Table of Contents:
Materials and Methods
C. Elegan Preparation
RNAse Treatment and Protein Precipitation
DNA Precipitation, Drying and Rehydration
Preparation of PCR Reactions and Running of Reactions in Thermocycler
Homeobox PCR
Casting an Agarose Gel
Loading, Running and Staining the Agarose Gel
Taking a Picture of the Gel
Results
Discussion

From the Paper
"From the final results, it is apparent that the C. Elegans do possess homeobox genes. Since many of the bands had high molecular weight, they contained hundreds of base pairs, a sign indicating the presence of homeobox genes. The homeobox genes are of great importance as they encode proteins that tell the cells in the various segments of the developing embryo, what kind of structures to make (McGinnis W. and Krumlauf R.). There are however, many organisms that do not contain homeobox genes. Such organisms are not complex in a segmental way, such organisms that do not have segmentation have no need for genes to create structures that they no not need."

Tags:organism, gel, protein, DNA

Abstract
This paper discusses how after reading Charlotte Perkins Gilman's story "The Yellow Wallpaper," it is clear that the protagonist has major psychological struggles. For easier narrative flow, the author provides the main character with the nickname "Anna," as no name is provided. Through an examination of "The Yellow Wallpaper" and diagnostic criteria, Anna is shown to have a diagnosis of major depressive disorder with the most recent episode being severe with psychotic features. In order to support this diagnosis and provide a complete overview of the character's life, the paper is written in sections according to the five axial system used in formal diagnosis.

Outline:
Introduction
Axis I
Axis II
Axis III
Axis IV
Axis V
Conclusion

From the Paper
"Anna discusses how she gets "unreasonably angry...I'm sure I never used to be so sensitive" and in attempting to regain control of her anger, she feels exhausted (Gilman, 1996). In addition, she reports that within a few weeks of being at the rental house, she no longer feels like writing, feels a loss of strength, reports a feeling of depression, anxiety around being with other people including her baby, crying "at nothing, and [crying] most of the time," being "fretful and querulous...awfully lazy and [lying] down ever so much" (Gilman, 1996). She has found it difficult to be with people, particularly her baby. These overall physical and psychological complaints that Anna experiences continue to arise in her story until the end when Anna believes she is improving. "

Tags:major, depressive, disorder, axial, system

Abstract
This paper discusses the types of muscle tissue in the body and their functions. More specifically, the paper discusses the difference between the axial and appendicular skeletons, the difference between ligaments and tendons and the importance of bones in maintaining homeostasis.

From the Paper
"The three main types of muscle tissue are skeletal, smooth and cardiac. The dark stripes or bands that are visible in muscle under the microscope are referred to as striations and they are responsible for the movement of muscles. Skeletal muscle is the muscle that can be seen and felt on the body-the muscles that are developed during a workout. This is the muscle in the arms, legs, back and abdomen among other sites. Skeletal muscle attaches to the skeleton in pairs one..."

Tags:muscle, skeleton, axial, appendicular, ligaments, tendons, homeostasis

Abstract
This paper explains that Gotama, the Buddha, changed common perceptions in many ways because, at this time Buddhism, was essentially a new religion preceded by Hinduism based on the
Vedic teachings. The author points out that Gotama made Buddhism a religion by extending the common perceptions of Buddhism from a code of living for individuals to a code for the greater collective. The paper agrees with Armstrong's book in asserting that the Buddha was an axial person, who changed the fabric of the society he was living, testing the bounds of convention and personally creating a new school of thought and living into existence.

From the Paper
"It is common knowledge that in Buddhist thought, which originated in India and made significant inroads into Chinese and other east Asian societies, there is a belief in the concept of karma. This karma can be likened to the Western concept of fate, although it is not quite the same, in that it shows the importance of destiny and the supposition that the individual's destiny is preordained. This changed the common perception significantly. It was also a factor that Gotama offered universally accessible enlightenment that was not restricted by class or social structure."

Tags:karma, thinkers, axial, enlightenment, change

Abstract
This paper first looks at bone tissues, the structure of bone, and its function. It then looks at different features of the axial skeleton, then features of the appendicular skeleton. Finally it looks at the articulations and at the properties of different types of joints.

From the Paper
"Endochondral ossification begins with the proliferation and aggregation of mesenchymal cells at the site where new bone is to be formed. The mesenchymal cells then differentiate into chondroblasts and produce the matrix of cartilage. The hyaline cartilage produced at this stage acquires the general shape of the bone that is to be formed and is a cartilage model of that bone. Once a cartilage model for the new..."

Tags:bone tissue, axial skeleton, appendicular skeleton, atriculations

Abstract
This paper describes the case in which Bob has been referred for counseling because he has been suffering from premature ejaculation, one of the most common male sexual dysfunctions. Next, the author examines the definition of premature ejaculation, the assessment of human sexuality and the assessment of Bob and Jane's relationship. After reviewing Bob's multi-axial diagnostic, the paper concludes that the use of genograms, sex therapy exercises and psychotherapy therapy models are very proactive approaches to help clients like Bob and Jane to obtain sexual normality and continue creating a very healthy and successful relationship.

Table of Contents:
Table of Contents
Case Study of Bob and Jane
Introduction
Premature Ejaculation: Defined
Assessment o Human Sexuality
Assessment of Bob and Jane's Relationship
Multi-axial Diagnostic of Bob
Integrating Erectile Dysfunction to the Sexual Response Cycle
Analysis of the Sexual Response Model in Comparison to Sexual Normality
Three Measurable Goals
Therapeutic Treatment Model for Clients with Premature Ejaculation
Conclusion

From the Paper
"The other subtype is called psychological constitution premature ejaculation, which is thought to be caused a personality trait that speeds up the rate of ejaculation due in part by a chronic psychological disorder. Some of these disorder include; depression, bipolar disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. Is a psychological disorder is in question, the counselor should evaluate the client, and utilize assessment testing like the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory-2 (MMPI-2) to determine if there is any psychological disorder present. The MMPI-2 is a 567-item assessment with built in validity scales and is used to test for a variety of clinical disorders."

Tags:stigma distress adolescents, assessment tool, maximum excitement

Abstract
This paper discusses the techniques used to edit the movie 'About a Boy'. According to the paper, some of the more common techniques apparent in this movie are wipes, dissolve shots, shot/counter-shot, cross cuts, axial cuts, jump cuts, montages and freeze frames.

From the Paper
"Dissolve shots are also evident. The first is when we see a shot of Marcus's hamster, which fades out and then focuses on Marcus in the background. Dissolve shots are also used through the next few scenes of Marcus, not so much for transition, but for an emotional effect as well as to indicate a lapse of time.
Most of the beginning of the film is made up of close-ups of small actions, so the first master shot we see is when Will drives away from this flat on his way to his sister's house to see her new baby, Imogene. This sets up the location of Will's flat as a small oasis, or island as Will likes to consider it, in the middle of dense civilization."

Tags:green, apple, will, marcus

Abstract
This paper summarizes the research on diagnosing autism. The paper addresses assessment and the use of the DSM-IV for autism diagnosis. The paper also studies difficulties with diagnosis and differential diagnosis, including the need for a multiple axial diagnosis. The paper concludes that parent-pediatrician partnerships are critical to making an early autism diagnosis.

Tags:autism diagnosis, DSM-IV, parent, pediatrician

Abstract
This paper describes the four basic approaches of qualitative research: Ethnographic Studies, Phenomenology, Field Research and Grounded Theory. The paper identifies three approaches, Phenomenology, Field Research and Grounded Theory, that were used to guide the collection of data necessary to identify the factors that make a home visit more effective in helping the patient cope with cancer. The paper describes the qualitative semi-structure interviews used in gathering the data and the analytic methods that include open, axial and selective coding.

From the Paper
"In the analysis process, the main strategy employed is the coding method. Open coding was used to identify the concepts of the phenomenon, which were then grouped into categories. More specific open coding is evident in the content of the semi-structured interviews, such as the benefits of home visits, confidentiality issues, issues to be taken up during home visits and "patients' reasons for participating in this type of home intervention." "

Tags:ethnographic, phenomenology, field, grounded, theory, semi-structure, interviews, analytic, coding, processing