Abstract
This paper provides a definition of biomimicry and discusses its importance to the sustainability movement in construction and its usefulness in solving construction waste problems. The author describes several areas of biomimicry application, with examples such as the Eastgate Building in Harare, Zimbabwe, which was designed with ventilation systems mimicking those of termite mounds. However, the low demand for biomimetic designs and ideas means that it is currently extremely expensive to implement them. Fortunately, the sustainability movement is becoming more popular. The paper concludes that biomimicry is a great way to learn how to co-evolve with nature and contribute to saving our planet.

Outline:
Biomimicry and Design
Biomimicry and the Construction Process
Biomimicry and Materials

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"Biomimicry and its principles can be applied to construction in many ways. As with other innovations, biomimicry can be used in the design process and construction process to make buildings more efficient, comfortable and sustainable. The goal of biomimicry is to be able to use the available resources and materials of the area to be able to be build and function as a minimum energy consumption system. Biomimetics are especially useful as one looks to solve problems specific to the region, or look for solutions in the same area as the building being built. Nature is an expert at survival, and can adapt to all climates. "

Tags:innovative, engineer, waste, energy, ecological, photovoltaic, calcium, self-assembling, microstructure

Abstract
This paper examines how the judges in the case Litster v Forth Dry Dock, employed the four commonly accepted rules of statutory interpretation: the literal rule, the golden rule, the mischief rule and purposive construction. It looks at how the case itself concerned a claim of unfair dismissal by twelve employees of the insolvent Forth Dry Dock & Engineering Co., dismissed from their jobs one hour prior to the transfer of the business to Forth Estuary Engineering Ltd. It also focuses on the view that the primary use of purposive construction enabled the judges to reach a decision which may not have been possible with the three more traditional approaches.

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"The literal rule, perhaps the most fundamental and commonly used "rule" of statutory interpretation, suggests that a judge must adhere to the exact wording of a statute, based on the premise that courts are limited in their interpretive discretion. Even in such cases as Stock V Frank Jones, in which the clear wording of legislation relating to strike action led to a seemingly unfair judgement, application of the literal rule was unavoidable, as explained by Lord Edmund-Davies - "dislike of the effect of a statute is no reason for departing from its plain language" . In Litster, it is clear that the literal rule had been applied by the Court of Session, which deemed that the applicants had not been dismissed "immediately before" the transfer, and then used this as the basis of their ruling to obviate the transferee of any responsibility to them."

Tags:appeal, lords, mischief, golden, rule, literal, mischief

Abstract
An investigation into the psychology of distress and codependency as a result of feminine behavior and characteristics. The writer looks at the classification within psychology and general society of women's behavior as pathological and addresses the issues related to this. The paper includes a review of relevant literature citing a number of references to the topic. The writer then looks at popular self-help books as relevant to this so-called pathology. The research is aimed at a validation of the construct "codependency" and uses a real experiment with analytical results to present the conclusions.

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"The goal of this investigation is to investigate the construct of "codependency." A literature review indicates that codependency is an imperfect construct, one that confounds traditional measures of femininity with judgments of varying degrees of pathology. The problem of classifying women's behavior as pathological is widespread in the field of psychology, as well as in the general public, and needs to be addressed. An assumption that feminine behavior is pathological automatically places women in a position of inferiority, which they must then make efforts to overcome."

Tags:psychology, gender, experiment, behavior, social, personality, mental

Abstract
This paper gives an in-depth analysis of the concept of "gender construction", which is one of the core tenets of scholarly research into gender roles and relations in human societies. This paper explores the issue of gender construction with particular reference to its personal and social consequences. The thesis will be argued that in both historical and contemporary contexts, the primary consequence of gender construction has been the shaping of inequitable power relations between women and men in society. On both personal and social levels, this inequity can often be seen translating into women being representedas passive consumers of technologies produced by active male agents.

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"The concept of "gender construction" is one of the core tenets of scholarly research into gender roles and relations in human societies. This essay will explore the issue of gender construction with particular reference to its personal and social consequences. The thesis will be argued that in both historical and contemporary contexts, the primary consequence of gender construction has been the shaping of inequitable power relations between women and men in society. On both personal and social levels, this inequity can often be seen translating into women being represented - and thereby defined - as passive consumers of..."

Tags:gender, construction, society

Abstract
This paper reviews and examines the effects of fiscal and monetary policy on employment levels and product prices in the residential construction industry. Additionally, the paper highlights key legislative acts that impact the industry.

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"This paper examines and assesses the effects on employment and product prices in the residential construction industry of fiscal policy and monetary policy. The time focus of the examination and assessment is the current period. Thus fiscal policy and monetary policy in place over the past few years are relevant. Examination and Assessment: The testimony before the Congress of the Chair Board of..."

Tags:Fiscal Policy, residential, construction, Monetary Policy, Residential Construction Industry

Abstract
This paper describes and analyzes the narrative construction of the self as a sociological theory.

Tags:narrative, construction, self

Abstract
This paper states that it appears collusion in the deception at the highest levels is part of the factors that allowed Enron to create shell companies while making real personal wealth for its top executives and others. The author points out that two LJM partnerships, LJM and LJM2 Co-Investment LP, were meant to provide Enron with an earnings stream from sale of its assets as well as protection for a decline in value of any of Enron's investments. The paper stresses that Enron is not by any means the first American business scandal; in the 19th century, lawmakers helped themselves by voting federal subsidies for railroad construction concerning the Union Pacific Railroad and got away with $23 million.

Table of Contents
The Stakeholders
Friends in High Places
Writing the Rules for the "Shell Game"
The Partnerships Themselves
The Solution

From the Paper
"It was not only banks, however, and not only Merrill Lynch, that was asked to participate in what appears to be Fastow's scheme. In addition, the Dallas Morning News reported that "several Wall Street firms said Enron Corp. used the lure of future business to get them to invest in a partnership that led the company into America's largest bankruptcy" (Landers, 2002). Enron former Treasurer, Jeff McMahon, had told Enron's attorneys that several banks asked him to confirm that the LJM investments would give them an inside track on Enron business, a fact which, in itself, suggests that they really didn't care if the businesses they were "investing in" were real, as long as their investment gave them future access to Enron business for their banks. Later, McMahon noted that the promises the banks claimed they had received had not been fulfilled in at least one instance."

Tags:republican, democrates, railroad, sarbanes-oxley, shell

Abstract
This paper explains that, over the last decade, mental health researchers from many different disciplines have attempted to explain many of the constructs related to AAOD use, but uniformity and a theorem, which brings the constructs together into one concise framework that explains AAOD use, abuse, and dependency, is lacking. The author points out that many health care professionals lack expertise and training to assess for AAOD; subsequently, they ignore the problem or, worse, fail to recognize the problem. The paper lists some of the requirements of a good screening instrument; it takes no more than 45 minutes to administer, can be self-administered, and can be understood at a 5th-grade reading comprehension level. Listing of instruments.

Table of Contents
Introduction
Background of the Problem
Statement of the Problem
Purpose of the Study
Importance of the Study
Definition of Terms
Review of the Literature
Use in historical perspective
Overview of the problem
Introduction to Theory
Early Adolescent Substance Use
Gateway Theory
Early Adolescent Substance Use Theories
Developmental Trajectories
Epidemiology
Etiology
Co-occurrence with Psychiatric Disorders
Risk Factors
Laws and Norms Influencing Use
Social Influences
Economic Influences
Genetics
Familial Influences
Peer Influences
Psychological Influences
Diagnostic Considerations
Testing Instruments: Historical Development
Inclusion Criteria for the Current Research
Testing Instruments: Types
On the Matter of Reliability and Validity
The Instruments
Critique of the Literature
Critique of the Instruments
Findings
Discussion
Conclusions
Suggestions for Future Research

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"Parents on the other hand may often be the last to know there is a problem. As such, they are reactive. This includes, blame (self and others), disbelief and even denial that the problem exists. Rather than support their adolescent, they are often angry, aggressive, accusatory or worse judgmental. Parents can also be very disruptive and hinder the assessment and therapeutic process. They can present as passive and helpless. They may, in spite of psychosocial evidence to the contrary, deny that AOD is their adolescent's problem. Needless to say these families are often in need of a good many resources, are frequently depleted psychologically by the time they seek treatment, and usually require a good deal of professional redirection and education."

Tags:assessment, therapeutic, administration, comprehension, theory

Abstract
The paper asserts that the concept of youth culture as a separate entity within the broader demographic of the US population is tenuous at best because it shifts constantly from one point to another. The paper discuses how at times, various groups co-opt what they perceive to be youth culture for their own unique and idiosyncratic purposes: "Through magazines, music, sit-com style videos, cartoons, and other media, Focus strives to construct an alternative Christian youth culture that mirrors secular culture's style and consumption habits" (Hendershot par.5). The paper also looks at the current trend in Hip-Hop to turn its primary audience, a grand collage of youth from across the various demographics making up the US population, into one conceptual body comprising a unique youth culture all its own (Taylor and Taylor).

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"The concept of youth culture as a separate entity within the broader demographic of the US population is tenuous at best because it shifts constantly from one point to another. At times various groups co-opt what they perceive to be youth culture for their own unique and idiosyncratic purposes: "Through magazines, music, sit-com style videos, cartoons, and other media, Focus strives to construct an alternative Christian youth culture that mirrors secular culture's style and consumption habits" (Hendershot par.5). Just as likely is the current trend in Hip-Hop to turn its primary audience; a grand collage of youth from across the various..."

Tags:locating, youth, culture

Abstract
This paper applies narrative therapy to the counseling of two clients. The paper begins by describing the therapeutic approach of narrative therapy. Then the paper demonstrates how narrative therapy was used in the case of an 11-year old boy and a 14-year old boy.

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"Narrative therapy is based on the fundamental belief that people can engage in a constant process of re-authoring the stories of their lives. By recognizing that their choice of appropriate language can enable them to reshape their consciousness and understand..."

Tags:narrative therapy, externalizing, co-construction, alternative stories, stories