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In this paper the author looks at various explosive disorders suffered by children and the symptoms that they demonstrate. In particular the author looks at intermittent explosive disorder, defiant disorder, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, conduct disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress syndrome, bipolar disorder and Tourette's syndrome. The author moves on to discuss what the warning signals are and how adults can help child sufferers.

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"Explosive behaviors in these children are hard for adults to understand. Many parents assume that the child is deliberately provoking them. On examination this view doesn't hold up to scrutiny. It doesn't seem likely that a child is thinking clearly when in the middle of a raging meltdown, and it seems unlikely that a child would choose to act in a way that makes both him and those he loves most extremely unhappy."

Tags:Gale, Adolescent, Diagnostic, Disorder, Blum, Genes, Dopamine

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The paper discusses the weapon of the non-conventional force or guerrilla warriors, the improvised explosive device or IED, and how it has been used in the past. The paper examines the components of an IED and how they are deployed and identifies ome of the more commonly known chemical IEDs. The paper also points out some of the basic and conventional chemicals that can be used to manufacture chemical IEDs including chemicals that are found at home. The paper asserts that since IEDs, especially chemical IEDs, are becoming the weapon of choice of today's terrorists or insurgents, it is important for those battling these types of enemy to gain knowledge on how to prevent these attacks.

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"The history of warfare is one where the combatant with the better weapon and strategy usually is the victor. Even in the prehistoric times when mankind fought with sticks and stones, those who had the most implements and can wield them better was assured of vanquishing the enemy. But warfare is also a story of innovation and invention. Sticks and stones were defeated when spears, bows and arrows where invented because it afforded fighting from a distance while delivering deadly projectiles from the safety of hides. Then fire was discovered and used with projectiles provided an even deadlier combination. Since then, various weapons of warfare have been developed and improved all to ensure victory in the battlefield and in conventional warfare.
"Conventional warfare though requires the deployment of numerous numbers of troops that are well equipped and well trained to wage battle against any enemy force. But there are those that do not have the capability of fielding huge armed forces thereby requiring the waging of low intensity or guerrilla warfare to even the playing field of the battlespace. Even their weapons are rudimentary and they do not have the luxury of having tanks, fighter aircrafts, artillery or other heavy weapons found in the conventional army. The saving grace though is that they are able employ hit and run tactics that served to disrupt conventional forces. To wit, they improvise weapons made of everyday materials. These weapons may not be as sophisticated as those of conventional armies but they are equally effective especially when deployed at the proper time and at carefully selected targets."

Tags:terrorists, bombs, weapons, Molotov, cocktail

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The paper reveals that temper tantrums are often not just a one-time problem, but may be caused by Intermittent Explosive Disorder, a malady that may hide, or be hidden by depression or other mental illnesses.

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"This somewhat unusual illness is defined by a current study this way: Intermittent explosive disorder "is characterized by uncontrollable, impulsive attacks that either manifest in aggressive outbursts of temper, or in implosive, auto-aggressive behavior" ("Intermittent..." 2008 para. 1). There are continuing studies going on world-wide not merely to try to learn the causes of this disorder, but how to control it, and even what specifically sets this disorder into motion. In one study done by the University of Sussex in Great Britain, specific auditory stimuli were given to selected groups and their brain functions studied. While this..."

Tags:mental, disorder, temper

Abstract
The paper relates that arguments as to the worth of any philosophical debate usually revolve around the unscientific, argumentative nature of philosophy; arguments that are often difficult to prove or disprove. The paper explains that some proponents believe that there is therefore no point to philosophy, as no one answer can ever be proven; therefore, such critics state, no particular response is better than any other. However, this writer argues that when one follows logic, and eliminates seemingly false arguments in philosophy, answers can be derived that are better than other responses founded in illogical thinking. Therefore, the writer believes that one may justifiably assert one position over another in response to a philosophical question.

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"Arguments as to the worth of any philosophical debate usually revolve around the unscientific, argumentative nature of philosophy; arguments that are often difficult to prove or disprove. Some proponents believe that there is therefore no point to philosophy, as no one answer can ever be proven; therefore, such critics state, no particular response is better than any other. However, I would argue that when one follows logic, and eliminates seemingly false arguments in philosophy, answers can be derived that are better than other responses founded in illogical thinking. Therefore, one may justifiably assert one position over another in..."

Tags:philosophy, debate, answer

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This paper provides an overview of Muhammad Yunus' accomplishment in developing of the Grameen Bank, and delves into the details of microfinancing. The paper discusses the contributions of the Gates Foundation and the ACCION organization in the fight against poverty. The paper explains that microcredit has enjoyed great success around the world, with some good examples of success in Latin America. However, the paper states, there are certain objections and critics of micro credit who question whether micro financing is the answer for alleviating global poverty, and more specially poverty in Latin America? In conclusion, the paper also asks whether the capital gains seen by micro lending institutions undermine the sole objective of micro financing, and if so, what strategies can be implemented to overcome limitations and promote awareness in the field of micro financing?

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"One challenging mentality is centered on microlending versus charitable giving. Many have asserted that the money could be better used by giving funds to people free of interest. However, studies have shown that people will accomplish more through responsibility. Individuals taking out loans will self empower themselves, invest the money in their businesses, and generate revenue and eventually life themselves out of poverty. Plus loaning people money allows there to be more funds to lend. As loans are repaid, more loans can be given; however with charitable giving funds run out, and when compared to recipients of microloans, recipients of free money tend to be less productive as reported by the World Bank (Wikipedia Microcredit, 2008, 3). Many high end entrepreneurs are realizing the benefits of microlending. Bill and Melinda Gates have established the Gates Foundation as an endeavor to use their funds to reach those in poverty. The Gates recently expanded their operations to include micro financing. Also micro financing has received huge media attention as reported the article "Give the gift of micro loans" from Oprah Winfrey, former President Bill Clinton, PBS's Frontline World, and even Warren Buffet (Consumer, 2007, 1). Media attention promotes awareness of microcredit thus allowing the first obstacle in the way of poverty alleviation to be overcome. Through community service involvement, it is obvious that awareness is the first major obstacle. Most high school seniors in honors economic classes, and even teachers teaching these classes, had never heard of microcredit. Even more than that, many students on the college level in business classes and social classes have not heard or studied microcredit. Why wouldn't this be emphasized more especially in business classes where microcredit is profitable solution to a social problem or in social classes where microcredit may be the answer to global poverty?"

Tags:Muhammad, Yunus, Grameen, Bank, ACCION, Nobel, Peace, Prize

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This paper addresses the common question in public policy on how best to restrict the proliferation of addictive substances in society: drugs, alcohol and cigarettes. The author examines the policies ranging from complete prohibition to the legalization of non-addictive drugs. This paper draws on the historical examples of alcohol and cigarette prohibition to argue that the complete prohibition of drugs is not the best answer to the drug problems faced by significant numbers of Americans.

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"Many legislators advocate the prohibition of addictive substances as the best way to limit their consumption and the myriad social and economic ills that accompany it. This zero-tolerance ideal was the basis of the noble experiment of alcohol prohibition during the 1920s, the ban on cigarettes in Canada and 15 American states at the beginning of this century, and, perhaps most pertinently, the War on Drugs that we currently find ourselves embroiled in. Drawing primarily on the ideas formally presented by Chester Barnard, this paper will dissect the historical example of alcohol prohibition in the 1920s in order to demonstrate that prohibition is a poor approach towards tackling the consumption and sale of harmfully addictive substances because of the manifold obstacles to implementation that stand in the way of its success."

Tags:alcohol, cigarette, drug, experiment, legalization, noble, marijuana

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The following paper examines the events and consequences of the Vietnam War which cost Americans many lives. The writer focuses on the issue that was created as a result of the war, that of creating the need for someone or something to blame. This paper discusses the possibility that Lyndon B. Johnson was in fact the scapegoat.

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"There have been few tragedies in history as serious and as hostile as the Vietnam War. Therefore it is critical to understand the underlying triggers which caused a solvable problem to escalate into a full blown catastrophe, if we are to avoid similar mistakes in the future. The causes of America s involvement in the war that wasn t really a war are numerous and varied, but can be essentially pinpointed to the election of President Lyndon B. Johnson."

Tags:battle, causes, government, johnson, nixon, reasons, scapegoat, solve, injured, soldiers, president

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This paper is in a question and answer format which deals with general ideas in psychology. Various issues are addressed, and the answers are concise yet informative. The questions involve short-term memory, nature versus nurture and couples living together before marriage. Within the short answers, noted scholars are quoted and various models presented and discussed.

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"What are some of the possible benefits and limitations for a person to know their IQ score?
"In the case of adults there are some that believe that with an IQ trainer one can improve their IQ scores, so knowing them would be beneficial in order to improve them (Phyto, n.d.). In the case of children it is thought that identifying low IQ at an early age helps to get these children the help that they need as soon as possible. The limitations of knowing ones IQ would be that if the score is low it is possible that a person could get labeled and thus not reach their potential because of the way that the score affected them and the way the world perceives them.
"4. Why cannot the issue of nature vs. nurture ever be resolved?
"There are some scientists who believe that people behave as they do according to genetic predispositions or animal instincts. This is referred to as the nature theory of human behavior. Other scientists believe that people think and behave they way they do because they are taught to act in a certain ways. This is called the nurture theory of human behavior..."

Tags:Atkinson-Shiffrin model, Piaget, Lewis Termans intelligence test, IQ

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This paper discusses the arguments for and against cloning, showing why cloning poses a significant moral dilemma as well as health risks. The writer explains that cloning involves many processes that filter genetic material, and this frequently causes unknown genetic defects in the individual Many claim that cloning allows parents, loved ones and society in general a second chance after a special individual is lost. The paper argues that this dehumanizes the role of a clone, and that many would be tempted to attempt to create another clone at the expense of the current one, if such a clone were to develop a genetic weakness. Moreover, creating a child that has to live up to the expectations of his or her original model is a burden that no one should have. The paper concludes that cloning ultimately undermines the dignity of life.

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"Another argument that many supporters claim is that with the ability to clone individuals we can clone those who have benefited our society the most such as political, scientific, musical or artistic leaders in the hope that they can make even greater contributions to their fields. The problem with this logic is that even if it were possible to clone such individuals, we create a prescript of how they should lead their lives. Our expectations of their existence would focus in on their original's contributions to society. Since we cannot replicate the complicated set of circumstances for which any individual grew up and gained motivation to progress or advance their lives, it is impossible to demand a clone to produce the same if not more than their predecessor."

Tags:reproductive technology, human rights, values humanity morality experiment

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Explores the idea of using twins to determine whether personality development is acquired through environment or genes. The paper also covers the topics of IQ, behavior, disorders, diseases, life events and genetic constellations in twins. It includes some twin study results, as well as criticism of twin studies and evidence for twin studies. The paper concludes with the author's opinions and application of findings to education.

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'Personality development in children and adults is one of life's greatest mysteries. Do we develop our personalities in accordance with the environment we grow up in and the events that are imposed upon us daily? Or do our genes and DNA determine whether we become popular and outgoing or introverted and rejected? This controversy of nature vs. nurture in the science of human psychology has raged on for centuries and probably will continue for years to come. A strong preference for one or the other has led the human population to measures of absurdity such as the eugenics (selective breeding) movement that was part of the purpose of the Holocaust. One of the reasons behind the difficultly in solving the nature vs. nurture problem is the near impossibility to scientifically test any theory that attempts to answer the question. This is where twins come in. They are the perfect specimens two persons with the same DNA. Clones. Theoretically, if they grow up to have the same personalities, that means personality is inherited. If they don't, that means personality is acquired through environment. Unfortunately, it isn't as simple as that. There are many other factors to consider, such as the environments they were raised in, together or separately."

Tags:behavior, collection, data, development, genes, iq, disease, disorder, education, studies