Abstract
This paper examines the issue of obesity as a disease affecting millions of people globally. Specifically, the paper investigates obesity in young adults or teenagers. The paper analyzes the effectiveness of familial influence on the overweight adolescent and compares this method of treatment to that of the effectiveness of school-based programs geared toward adolescents. The paper presents the 'Fit and Trim' program found in Singaporean schools as an example. This paper aims to establish that the best strategy to combat and prevent this disease for this age group begins at home with parental intervention and a change in family lifestyle.

Table of Contents
Abstract
Chapter 1
Introduction
1.1.Background
1.2.Statement of the Problem
1.3.Definition of Terms
1.4.Brief Review of Related Literature
1.5.Highlights of Methodology
1.6.Limitations of Study
1.7.Research Expectations
1.8.Scope of Study
Chapter 2
Review of Related Literature
2.1.Introduction
2.2.Hypothesis
2.3.Family Intervention Versus School-based Programs
Chapter 3
Methodology
3.1.Introduction
3.2.Design and Measurement
3.3.Procedure
3.4.1.Surveys and Questionnaires
Chapter 4
Results and Findings
4.1.Analysis
4.2.Descriptive Statistics
4.3.Variables
Chapter 5
Discussions and Conclusions
5.1.Re-evaluation of Hypothesis
5.2.Re-visiting Literature
5.3.Shortcomings of Research
5.4.Implications
5.5 Recommendations for the Future
References
Appendix I
Appendix II
Appendix III
Appendix IV
Appendix V
Appendix VI
Appendix VII
Appendix VIII

From the Paper
"Obesity is a serious health issue for the individual physically and emotionally. One's weight is very much tied to his or her identity both personally and socially. It is very much an emotional issue. The media is constantly bombarding people of all age groups with the message of "Thin equals Beauty" and this remains true, especially for adolescents as most media is targeted at them in the forms of television, music, video games, magazines, card games, Internet, instant cell messaging and so on. These forms of media make it even more difficult for a message of healthy lifestyle to be dominant. This creates a society obsessed with beauty, attaining beauty and keeping beauty without any consideration of true love but only the threat of being labeled fat and ugly. This makes the implementation of a successful weight reduction program more difficult. It is clear, any intervention must be strong, persuasive and carefully thought out to remain affective and resilient to the pressure media feeds to society."

Tags:obesity, eating, disorders

Abstract
The paper examines Chapter 11 of the new NAFTA treaty that indicates that it threatens the sovereignty of the United States, for it stipulates a number of new rights and protections for foreign investors and companies in other NAFTA countries. The paper discusses how one of the most disturbing threats to American sovereignty in NAFTA Chapter 11 is Article 1110, which guarantees compensation to foreign investors from governments for any direct government expropriation or any other action that is "tantamount to" an "indirect expropriation."

From the Paper
"Examining Chapter 11 of the new NAFTA treaty indicates that it threatens the sovereignty of the United States, for it stipulates a number of new rights and protections for foreign investors and companies in other NAFTA countries. One of the most disturbing threats to American sovereignty in NAFTA Chapter 11 is Article 1110, which guarantees compensation to foreign investors from governments for any direct government expropriation or any other action that is "tantamount to" an "indirect expropriation.""

Tags:nafta, chapter, 11

Abstract
This research paper gives an in depth look at the organizational behavior theories surrounding teams within an organization, and highlights building a high performance sales team within the telecommunications company Verizon Wireless. The paper reviews current team building strategies within the company before proceeding to provide recommendations for improvement.

From the Paper
"Within the organizational structure of Verizon Wireless another team exists at a level higher than the individual stores. This team consists of the store managers from each respective district, with the district manager leading the team. This management team meets once a week to collaborate and share best practices. During these weekly meetings, managers develop more efficient taskwork processes that are designed to achieve the teams' overall goals. The group frequently takes part in variations of the nominal group technique to brainstorm new ideas and solve business problems. The goal of these meetings ultimately comes down to developing new and innovative ideas to bring back to each individual store team in order to help facilitate change within the group. The management team evaluates various teamwork processes, specifically the transition and action processes. Particularly during new product launches, a mission analysis is critical to determine what must take place in order for the launch to be successful. The managers, along with the district manager and support team, formulate a strategy for success which includes everything from training, merchandising, sales goals, systems, as well as contingencies for the unforeseen. Lastly, target dates are set for the completion of goals, and each goal is prioritized in relation to its level of importance to the overall intended outcome."

Tags:teams, organizational, behavior, development, building, sales

Abstract
The paper explains the effect of preference on consumer behavior and the utility theory of consumer behavior. The paper further explains how consumer behavior is susceptible to the influence of group behavior and positive associations and is also impacted by the psychological desire of individuals to identify with high-profile individuals. The paper then considers other elements of consumer behavioral tendencies that are reflected in the strategic placement of products. Finally, the paper shows how consumer behavioral information allows product manufacturers to implement design changes and even to conceive of new products precisely tailored to the desires of their consumers.

Outline:
Introduction
Rational Behavior and Preference
Price, Budget Constraints, and Utility Theory
The Dynamics of Modern Society, Media and Consumer Behavior
Consumer Behavior and Product Development

From the Paper
"Classical microeconomic theories of consumer behavior have traditionally focused on the effect of rational consumer behavior or on the impact of economic resources on consumer behavior. Rational behavior principles suggest that consumers choice is primarily a matter of personal preference, whereas utility theory of consumer behavior maintains that consumer choices reflect their attempt to secure maximum usefulness from their available financial resources.
"While classical theories still apply in contemporary American society, various aspects of modern culture, the role of mass media, and the realities of the digital information age may have fundamentally changed many elements inherent in the analysis
and understanding of consumer behavior. Likewise, the data collection and analysis techniques and marketing opportunities available to 21st century providers of goods and services has forever altered the degree to which consumer choice is actually capable of being shaped and exploited for profit."

Tags:group, behavior, associations, celebrities, preference, utililty, planogramming

Abstract
This paper is about behavior modification in regards to a pet. The paper relates that the undesired behavior is having the puppy destroy personal items of the owner. The paper considers the problem behavior and determines a behavior modification program to stop the behavior. This paper includes a baseline and the behavior modification plan to change behavior.

From the Paper
"Imagine coming home to find different possessions destroyed by a dog. Most people would respond with anger, but that would only encourage the behavior because it is giving the dog attention even though it is negative attention. The behavior of my dog, Peppy, is destroying different possessions when I leave home. Peppy needs a behavior modification program to eliminate his destructive behavior. The behavior to change is Peppy destroying personal items. An example of an item of importance that Peppy destroyed is a term paper that was due the same day. I left it on my computer desk and when I got home the term..."

Tags:behavior, destruction, dog

Abstract
This paper reviews and analyzes Gestalt and behavior therapy. According to the paper, Gestalt therapy is a psychological system that stresses integration of body and mind factors by developing self-awareness and personal responsibility. The paper goes on to discuss behavior therapy, stating that there are several approaches to cognitive-behavioral therapy, including rational emotive behavior therapy, rational behavior therapy, rational living therapy, cognitive therapy and dialectic behavior therapy.

From the Paper
"Therefore, the therapeutic process encourages the client to interact with the environment, as a group, as an individual, and on many different levels, with different techniques, from using battacca bats to whack furniture, to imaging and interacting with the image in their mind by conversing with it out loud. The techniques used in therapy vary as widely as the therapists and clients, from principles based on Holism, Field theory, figure formation, organismic, the concept of the Now and "unfinished business." The therapist dialogues with warmth and caring, yet remains "invisible," as the client is encouraged to interact with the field (environment). The client must think of him- or herself as an abstract area in a limitless "field," thus, therapy is "unpredictable," or follows moment to moment dictum. (Doermann, 2002)"

Tags:Dr., Joseph, Wolpe, Hans, Eysenck, whole, person, thoughts, feelings, behavior, body, sensations, dreams

Abstract
The paper considers how organizational behavior shapes ethical behavior at organizations and what happens when ethical behavior is not observed in a world-class organization such as Enron. The paper discusses the conflict between personal values and organizational values.

From the Paper
"The organizational behavior of an organization creates the tone and even the strategy under which decisions are made. Many organizations fail to take into account the ethical framework they have established or the subtle ways in which information about ethics are communicated to the workforce. This research considers the ways in which organizational behavior affects organizational ethics and how recent high-profile examples of poor ethical behavior resulted from questionable organizational behavior.
"Our personal values are generally thought to have the greatest influence on..."

Tags:organizational behavior, ethics, decision making, Enron, Sarbanes-Oxley

Abstract
This paper studies the application of behavior modification therapy. The paper begins by defining behavioral modification and its theoretical premises. Next the paper discusses the theories and practices of major theorists such as Thorndike, Watson and Skinner. The paper examines the application of behavior modification in marriage and family therapy, as well as its integration into behavior-oriented therapy.

From the Paper
"Based on the theoretical premise that human behavior precedes thoughts, feelings and actions, acts in the future..."

Tags:Behavior Modification, therapy

Abstract
The paper consists of three chapters, an introductory part and conclusions. The introduction defines the topic, the sources, the method and the structure. As the thesis refers to Franciscans and their reports, the first chapter provides a brief insight into their organization, their reasons for coming to the region, the relationship between them and the local power, and among themselves. The second chapter deals with the local clergy and its everyday life, stressing both its way of following church cannons and the coexistence with the clergy belonging to other religions. The third chapter deals with the society and is divided in two subchapters. The first one concern the society itself, focusing on its patterns of behavior in certain occasions, mentality, customs, ethnicity and education. The second subchapter is dedicated to religion, both the official religion and the popular one, which includes local beliefs mingled with Christian dogma and miracles. The last part consists of the conclusions drawn from the paper, highlighting its outcomes.

From the Paper
"Knowledge of the reports written by the Franciscan missionaries is valuable for any historiography of the countries that were comprised within partibus infidelium where the Franciscans were active. Their reports are written in different styles suitable for different approaches, from demographic or culinary history to political history. Naturally, the accounts of the Franciscans proved valuable for Romanian historiography as well. However little use of the new trends was made and they were employed mainly as a source that stressed the political history. Therefore as previous research disregarded the potential of the reports for social history, there is a certain gap in the field."

Tags:catholicism, council, franciscans, moldavia, orthodoxy, popular, protestantism, religion, society, transylvania, trent, wallachia

Abstract
This paper explains that David C. Edwards' "Motivation and Emotion" is clearly and interestingly written, which keeps the reader from getting bored with the material unlike many other textbooks. Edwards' very direct writing style helps him cover precisely and concisely the material without losing the main message in a myriad of technical jargon and round about discussions. The paper relates the ways that this textbook unravels the many mysteries of both human emotion and motivation.

From the Paper
"Another way that Edwards helps to make his study of motivation and emotion more interesting to the reader is to go through each chapter and highlight material that is going to be of a stronger importance. When he finishes one of those sections, Edwards also creates a summary for it so that the reader has a good chance of better comprehending what he has just explained. There are questions at the end of each chapter, as well, and these are helpful for a student who is trying to study for a test on the material that was presented ."

Tags:readable, educated conclusions, behavior highlight chapter