Abstract This paper explains that downsizing takes several forms: (1) Companies reorganize and restructure to increase efficiencies or economics of scale, (2) de-layer to eliminate layers of bureaucracy and reduce payroll expenses, (3) outsource certain functions to focus more resources on key competencies and (4) use contingent workers to meet demand increases and help keep payroll costs down. The author points out that the old paradigm that institutions will take care of their employees has been shattered as managers, who are often impervious to these changes, recklessly disregard the human consequences, which accompany massive reorganization. The paper relates that retained employees often suffer from post-downsizing stress syndrome, a psychological response that may surface after a series of layoffs; these employees demonstrate a sense of hopelessness about their situation resulting in increased anxiety about work-related issues, which eventually affects their health, personal life and attitudes toward work.
From the Paper "The ongoing practice of job elimination usually has another unintended and often unforeseen consequence: a rise in both discrimination lawsuits by minorities, women, and older workers, and occupational and non-occupational disability claims. The disability claims affect the organization's bottom line directly by increasing disability benefit costs, and indirectly through the loss of key employees' contributions. Furthermore, many managers are suing for wrongful discharge and quite often are collecting, which, together with discrimination lawsuits, have a negative impact on the firm's bottom line. Thus, "job massacres" may help to undercut the very cost and productivity advantages they are supposed to create."
Abstract This paper explores two particular poems that effectively address society's universal attitude of disregard when faced with tragedy and the lonely, silent horror of death. The paper examines "Musee des Beaux Arts", by W.H. Auden, which sheds some insight into the history of emotional disengagement as it has occurred through the ages. Conversely, it explores Robert Frost's poem, "Out, Out", which describes a powerful, isolated example of the single-minded ambivalence of human nature.
From the Paper "This statement lends credence to society's somewhat Darwinian state of mind. The loss was not their own, but perhaps a gritty reminder of how close death can come to one's doorstep. By turning away and seemingly picking up where they left off, they were disconnecting from the eventual certainty of their own demise in an attempt to restore the predictable, comforting rhythm of life."
Abstract There has been extensive psychological research into the question of whether jurors are able or motivated to effectively disregard evidence ruled inadmissible in a courtroom. This paper explains that as there has been significant variability among these studies, at this time no clear consensus on the matter has emerged. The writer examines how several key factors seem to affect jurors' abilities to disregard inadmissible evidence. The reasoning behind inadmissibility rulings has been found to affect this ability. Measures of need for cognition may predict ability to differentiate between reasons. It discusses how additionally, research has shown attenuating effects of deliberation, suspicion, and in certain cases, judges' instructions to the jury may increase biases. The paper concludes that overall, it seems that jurors are not able to sufficiently disregard inadmissible evidence.
From the Paper "The very foundations of the criminal justice system depend on jurors' ability and motivation to base their decisions solely upon legally admissible evidence. Therefore, any evidence ruled inadmissible must be disregarded. However, in cases where such evidence is entered and later deemed inadmissible, it is not completely understood whether jurors are able to disregard this information. If jurors fail to disregard such evidence, there is a danger of incorrect judicial outcomes and sentencing. However, if jurors are indeed able to ignore inadmissible evidence, justice is working in the way it was intended."
Tags: criminal, evidence, judicial, jury, justice, law, psychology, research, study
Abstract This paper reviews an article by Greg Winter that appeared in the "New York Times" about a major tobacco company's violation of the rules against marketing cigarettes to youth. The writer details how R.J. Reynolds and other major tobacco companies disregard court rulings that disallow the targeting of youth in their advertising campaigns. The various violations are detailed as are the ramifications that they have on the health of today's youth as a result of cigarette smoking. The paper discusses some of the issues that nurse practitioners can address when faced with young smokers. These include the discussion of the long-term effects of smoking and the distribution of materials about the dangers of smoking in order to educate both youths and parents. The paper also details the articles views about the reckless disregard that the tobacco companies and their advertisers have for anything but the increase in profits.
From the Paper "This has major healthcare implications. The young people targeted in such campaigns may be easily convinced and not have the maturity to resist the campaigns. Considering the addictive nature of cigarettes, these young people may find themselves addicted before they are mature enough to realise their mistake. This leads to a situation where more of the population is smoking. For the healthcare practitioner, this means they will come into greater contact with smokers and smoker-related health problems."
Abstract The paper argues against the phenomenon of copy protection of CD"s, focusing on the technological inconveniences experienced by the CD buyer as a result of this protection. It studies the different technological methods used in copy protection and the disadvantages and inconveniences involved in employing these methods. It then moves on to the issue of media conglomerates" disregard for consumer interests and the infringement on the rights of the consumer. It takes a close look at American copyright protection laws and the controversy behind home recording rights. It concludes with a summary of the shortcomings of copy protection.
Outline
Introduction: "Four Charley Pride Fans" Anecdote
What is Copy Protection?
History
How It Works, and Doesn"t
Spy-Protection as Symptomatic in the Industry
Symptomatic of Disregard for Customers
Future Direction of the Problem
Legal Difficulties for Private Users/hackers
What the Law Says and Doesn"t
Right of Reproduction and Fair Use
Royalties from Recording Devices
What the Industry is Thinking
Appear to Lose Sales
Copying Actually Aids Sales
Misdirected Greed
Copy-proofing Is Useless
Ways to Get Around It
New Recording Devices Avoid It
These Discs are not actually CDs
Conclusion
From the Paper "Copy protection, the newest rage for sold-out record companies, causes CDs to only be playable by standard audio CD players, in order to keep them from being copied by the home music enthusiast. While this is supposed to help the companies make more money, it only does so by putting major impediments against the enjoyment of music by the people for which it is made."
Abstract In this article, the writer notes that prior to the scientific understanding of the physiological basis of pain reception in vertebrate animal species, it may have been understandable that humans disregarded the unnecessary pain that they imposed on animals. However, the writer maintains that today one understands completely that even the animals we raise for slaughter deserve to have any pain, trauma, and discomfort associated with our use of them minimized or eliminated, rather than utterly disregarded. The writer discusses the suffering caused to sharks by humans from an ethics point of view. The writer concludes that the vast majority of shark attacks on human are attributable to the ridiculous practice of feeding sharks in the open ocean, such as in conjunction with tourist cruises and diving expeditions. The writer argues that even were it true that sharks actively hunted humans to the extent that it required culling their numbers, that issue remains completely distinguishable from the obligation to do so less cruelly rather than more cruelly, without regard for their suffering.
From the Paper "The concept of human sensitivity toward non-human animals has taken a long time to develop and in many respects, still lags far behind other moral concerns. In much of modern Western society, dogs and cats are kept as pets, along with various other species of animals, in conjunction with which Americans provide them with veterinary care and other benefits of love and protection from harm. At the same time, we exhibit comparatively little moral concern at all for many of the animal species we raise for consumption.
"In other parts of the world, animals are often afforded substantially less consideration and absolutely no thought at all to the excruciating pain and other unnecessary suffering that our treatment of them causes, despite the fact that reducing or eliminating it would take very little effort at all."
Abstract This paper takes a studied look at the historical justification for the Electoral College. The author traces the major events that took place over the course of the evolution from the original election process of the constitution to a virtual direct popular vote of the president. The author also examines the current arguments on why this system should either be changed or completely disregarded.
From the Paper "The destruction of the Electoral College in this country is the only wise alternative. As it has been shown, this institution was originally based on selfish intentions and false, and illegitimate justifications and has been inherently corruptible since its conception. Though it has been greatly reformed it is still not free from corruption and is still capable of electing illegitimate candidates. Beside that fact it no longer applies to our society. Therefore, the Electoral College must be replaced with the only true form of representative election, which is popular vote. "
Abstract The enclosed report titled A Comparison of the 2001 BMW M3 Versus the 2002 Mercedes-Benz C32 AMG: Their engineering, design, and performance, is submitted in accordance with the request for an analytical report regarding the two vehicles. This report provides a detailed evaluation and comparison of the two vehicles based solely on their general data about the chassis and body, as well as engine design and engineering, and suspension and handling. Your request to disregard all costs related to the vehicles as a comparison issue is duly noted. Special attention is focused on the performance of both vehicles, to provide a recommendation for the superior of the two as you have asked for.
From the Paper Your request to disregard all costs related to the vehicles as a comparison issue is duly noted. Special attention is focused on the performance of both vehicles, to provide a recommendation for the superior of the two as you have asked for.
Abstract This paper deals with the politics and reasons of Alexander the Greats? conquests. The author covers the effects on the conquered population, major clashes and military structuring during his conquests.
From the Paper:
"With the conclusion of the Peloponnesian War, Greek city-states never forgot that they were Greeks. But the Spartans, Athenians Thebans, and others were weakened to the point where Phillip II of Macedonia could influence them from the north. In the wake of their brutal civil war between the Greeks, their fierce, contentious independence made the Macedonian's the unlikely conqueror to the Greeks, who were caught off guard. Phillip II set himself up as a protector of Greece . He had formed the cities into a league that in light of the Greek's disregard for conquest. This action served to help Phillip II's son Alexander to put together the biggest empire yet."
Tags: conqueror, greeks, history, ii, macedonia, phillip, sparta, athens, deity
Abstract This paper is an examination of the two cases of Seaboyer and Gayme by the Supreme Court of Canada at rape shield legislation for sex assault witnesses. The author reveals the manner in which these cases were conducted and how the verdict raised public controversy.
From the paper:
"In the case of Seaboye and Gayme, the Supreme Court of Canada rendered a decision which was divisive, not only among members of the court, but also within the nation itself. In delivering this verdict, the court became the target of accusations that it had ignored the interests of women. It had shown disregard for the victimization which women have been subject to in the process of sexual assault trials. As well, the court introduced procedural rules which made women's experience in sexual assault trials more of an ordeal than the process had been under the common law (Bowland, 1994)."
Abstract This essay discusses the reasons many women decide to undergo an abortion, the risks involved, including the health of the mother, and the health of the unborn child. The legal rights of the father of the unborn child, and the rights of the parents of an underage child to be informed are also discussed in detail. The Catholic Church's role in the whole issue of abortion is also presented.
From the paper:
"There are various reasons for the high rate of pregnancy in teens. Teenagers may lack easy access to contraceptives and therefore have sexual intercourse without any means of protection. They may lack knowledge about contraceptives and instead of seeking advice, ignore the issue completely. Teenagers often rely on the withdrawal method, disregarding the fact that a male often pre-ejaculates without acknowledging it. They often refuse to believe that they will become pregnant. They fail to remember that as long as a woman is menstruating, one can become pregnant. Lastly, teenagers often become pregnant because they desire a child without considering the time and devotion that is needed."
Tags: abortion, birth, child, children, hospitals, human, pregnancy, rights
Abstract The paper reviews Zick Rubin's book titled "Children's Friendships" on the importance of friendships for children's social and educational development. The paper notes that Rubin forms his thesis based on a narrow sampling of children, disregarding cultures in which friendship is viewed differently. The paper then analyzes the case of children from multiracial backgrounds, for which friendship based on similarity is difficult to form. The paper concludes with advice for educators about discussing the issue of friendship with children.
From the Paper "Rubin states that children's relationships with their peers not only provide important social skills but contexts in which children can develop meaningfully and compare themselves to others. Friendships also provide children with a sense of group belonging. Friendships provide unique benefits and skills to children, Rubin writes, that parents and educators cannot provide. Some social scientists, such as David Riseman, as cited by Rubin, have argued that an overemphasis on children 'making friends' and 'relating to others' in our 'outer-directed society' has proved detrimental. But regardless, says Rubin, 'the fact that children's friendships can be harmful only serves to outline their importance.'"
Abstract The following paper discusses and gives examples of how new ideas and knowledge are offered to public consciousness and that they are in turn either accepted or disregarded and whichever judgement is chosen, makes a statement about where society places its trust, how ready we are to accept change and how radical we will allow any changes to be. This paper distinguishes between different kinds of knowledge: Medical (scientific knowledge), Religious knowledge, Political ideologies and Social Science theories.
From the Paper "Medical knowledge is an area which appears to be constantly advancing and changing, new ideas are regularly offered to the public consciousness to be either accepted or disregarded and whichever judgement is chosen makes a statement about where society places its trust, how ready we are to accept change, how radical we will allow any changes to be and whose theories and evidence mass society is willing to accept. An example of this is Alternative Medicine, although it is more accepted now than in previous years like, aromatherapy massage which is now actively promoted by mainstream health professionals as a complimentary therapy during pregnancy and treatment of bad backs, we even have a small number of practitioners qualified in alternative therapies, like homeopathy, scientists have even remarked in the age old profession of palmistry being very accurate in the diagnosis of certain illnesses, the setting up of The Royal Society in 1662 emphasised the 'expert knowledge' camaraderie between so-called experts over common sense knowledge. 'Expert knowledge' was historically endorsed and distributed by middle and upper class male establishments like the Royal Society which was founded by Charles II and allowed male members only and women were only allowed to qualify in Medicine in 1876. This male superiority increased authority to this group in society; their medical knowledge trusted and officially endorsed which in turn dismissed female 'common sense' knowledge."
Abstract A review of Guy de Maupassant's "Bel-Ami". Specifically, it discusses and explains the roles of women in "Bel-Ami" using examples from the book. The author illustrates how Maupassant shows total disregard for women in this story, and uses them as symbols for the stupid and naive. The writer concludes that Bel-Ami is a purely selfish man, preying upon weak women to move himself up in life.
From the Paper "The first woman encountered in the novel is Madeline Forestier, wife of Duroy's friend and mentor. "Mme. Forestier had gray eyes, a small nose, full lips, and a rather heavy chin, an irregular, attractive face, full of gentleness and yet of malice" (Maupassant Chapter II). This early hint of malice will come back later in the book, and sets her tone very early. She is not quite trustworthy, although see seems trustworthy enough. Maupassant sets the reader against her early, to carry this through to the end of the novel.
"The next woman introduces is Clotilde, Mme. de Marelle. "She was a dainty brunette, attired in a simple, dark robe; a red rose in her black tresses seemed to accentuate her special character, and a young girl, or rather a child, for such she was, followed her" (Maupassant Chapter II)."
Abstract This paper attempts to justify the NATO strikes on Serbia by examining international law. This invasion, made for both strategic and moral purposes, and made in part because of violations of international law by Serbia, was itself an exercise in near-total disregard of international law.
From the Paper "On March 24, 1999, President William Clinton of the United States of America ordered air strikes against Serbia as part of a North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) offensive, Operation Allied Force. Speaking to the American people, he explained: ?We act to protect ... innocent people in Kosovo from a mounting military offensive ... to prevent a wider war; to diffuse a powder keg at the heart of Europe that has exploded twice before in this century ... to stand united with our allies for peace.? The 30,000 soldier offensive was made in response to Serbian oppression of ethnic Albanians living in the province of Kosovo. NATO justified the bombing as an attempt to protect Kosovar civilians, to stabilize regional European security, and to maintain NATO credibility. This invasion, made for both strategic and moral purposes, made in part because of violations of international law by Serbia, was itself an exercise in near-total disregard of international law."
