Chinua Achebe published his first novel âThings Fall Apartâ in 1958. Achebe wrote his novel in response to European novels that depicted Africans as savages who needed to be enlightened by the Europeans. Achebe presents to the reader his peopleâs history with both strengths and imperfections by describing, for example, Igbo festivals, the worship of their gods and the practices in their ritual ceremonies, their rich culture and other social practices, the colonial era that was both stopping Igbo culture...
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Observations allow you to shortly see into a personâs life. From observing people, you can analyze behavior to see what stage of development they are in. In my observation, I will be studying a five-year-old girl I babysit for thirty minutes in her home. She is of Caucasian ethnicity. She has light brown hair and light blue eyes. The setting is her living room/playroom. During this time, I will be examining aspects such as actions, interaction with others, and body...
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The Land-Based Phalanx Weapon System (LPWS) is part of the Air Defense Artillery (ADA) within the Department of the Army. In this paper, I will lay out a brief timeline for the LPWS from its concept in the US Navy to its employment overseas with the US Army, known as the C-RAM. I will also discuss the development of the LPWS and its impact on the US Military and its mission overseas. The idea and concept of the LPWS first...
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The Army has six core values that all officers and non-commissioned officers must adhere to. These values are taught at the very beginning of a soldierâs career, whether that be officer recruit at RMAS or junior recruit at phase one training. The first value is selfless commitment. Selfless commitment is being able to put the needs of your colleagues and those around you above your own. This could be the needs of the mission you have been given or the...
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South African women have been courageous across all racial lines. When Thabo Mbeki was still the president of South Africa, he stated that 'No government in South Africa could ever claim to represent the will of the people if it failed to address the central task of emancipation of women in all its element and this includes the government we are privileged to lead' (www.sahistory.org.za). This clearly shows that the 1956 march to Union buildings was not in vain. Men...
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Broadly speaking, it is no doubt true that clinical psychologists come across the complexity of human nature through their practice every day (Forman, 2010). Human thinking and behavior are not something fixed. Biological, psychological, and social factors are combined together and interact with each other leading to unique results in clientsâ lives. When people enter into therapy, regardless of their mental health issues, oftentimes their common aim is to eliminate their discomfort and distress and learn how to cope better...
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India as a country is home to a lot of regressive cultures that will be deemed to be inhumane and barbaric in most of the world. With our history being plagued by the infamous âsatiâ system the life of some women has never been a fairy tale in this country. Jogini, Devadasi or call them âIndiaâs forgotten sex slavesâ, India has already become the hub of child trafficking where every eight minutes a child goes missing. âDevadasi system is a...
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âEducation is one of the most valuable gifts a parent can give to their childâ, people say, who do we thank for this valuable gift? In this essay, I will be speaking about one person in particular who has contributed greatly to education and has helped shape educational practices in past years. The key figure in critical and creative thinking that I have chosen to speak about is Bell Hooks. Hooks is a very renowned professor, author, and writer. Bell...
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Carolina Kluft, a Swedish athlete once said âSuccess for me is not to have all the medals. Success for me is to always do your best and try to develop and get better at every event.â We often hear these words from our parents that in order for us to be successful in life and have a good future is that we need to have high grades in school and always receive medals at the end of each school year....
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Human rights can commonly be accessed through everyday life. The majority of the population receives these rights at birth, for just being human. However, there are specific groups in todayâs society that struggle to access these rights. This can be said about the LGBT community, who have been fighting for basic human rights for decades on end. The past century has really shown some terror but also growth for this profound community. Homosexuality is not a term that people shy...
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People should not be judged on their outward appearance. Tattoos, Piercings, dyed hair, and makeup should be accepted regardless of the job and should not alter a person's perception of the employee. The stigma around a person's outward appearance is very controversial in the workplace. For instance, according to âThe Howlerâ Chick-fil-A does not allow any colored hair, piercings, or tattoos, âHair coloring is permissible, but only naturally occurring hair colors are allowed. The Chick-Fil-A team member appearance pamphlet states,...
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In this paper, I will point out four sections of the ACA Code of Ethics and four sections of the AMHCA Code of Ethics that a counselor has broken. Then I will work thru an ethical decision-making model for this ethical dilemma. Ethics are an integral part of counseling and it is imperative that we are able to recognize issues when they arise. Linnea is an LPCC, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in New Mexico and she has her own private...
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After I read F. L. Allenâs Only Yesterday Frederick Lewis Allenâs Only Yesterday is the first book that I have read about history. I really learned a lot of historical events from the author during the decade of the 1920s. Frederick Lewis Allen was an editor of Harperâs Magazine, and he was also an American historian of the first half of the twentieth century. In particular, he wrote about recent and popular history. Allenâs most famous book is the popular...
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In this assignment, I will deal with issues arising in a section from the US television series âShamelessâ developed by John Wells on Showtime about an impoverished family with an alcoholic father and their struggles to go through life in Chicago. In the course of the essay, I will present the arguments and issues through the perspective of gender and class, with the help of the academic book series The Blackwell Companion to the Sociology of Families (2004). I will...
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Self-identity is defined as an understanding of an individual that has been displayed to them. According to âThe Story of an Hourâ written by Kate Chopin, it states that âShe was beginning to recognize this thing that was approaching to possess her, and she was striving to beat it back with her will--as powerless as her two white slender hands would have been.â Ms. Mallard is a representation of people's thoughts about what they may become, what they might want...
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Despite piles of evidence that the earthâs climate is rapidly changing, the United States government actively ignores the crisis. People around the world are becoming extremely anxious about our planetâs future. Sadly, this anxiety is often outweighed by the pressures of our consumerist society. Either way, anxiety, and other mental health issues are serious problems that are just now being dealt with. Having a relationship with nature is crucial to a healthy mental state, but as the modern world grows...
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In this report, I will be speaking about adverse childhood experiences also known as ACEs. ACEs are traumatic events that have happened in a person's childhood, this can include violence, abuse, or growing up with parents or guardians with poor mental health or drug and alcohol problems ('Preventing Adverse Childhood Experiences', 2021). The experiences we have when we are children will have a huge impact on the way we develop and grow. It will affect our physical and mental health,...
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The relationship between poverty and education is widely acknowledged to be bidirectional. Poor individuals frequently lack access to adequate education, and those who do not have access to adequate education are often forced to live in poverty. However, before discussing the interconnections between poverty and education, it is necessary to define poverty. Poverty has numerous characteristics and is not solely defined by income or expenditure levels. Amartya Sen's (1999, 2001) work has widened our understanding of poverty by characterizing it...
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Introduction Attention Getter: This year, on January 1st, the ban on plastic straws in restaurants and other service businesses began. The anti-straw movement started after a video of a turtle with straws stuck in its nostrils went viral on social media. Background: However, plastic straws are a tiny percent of the plastic waste left in the ocean. Globally 8 million tons of plastic enter the ocean per year. The matter of fact is that ocean pollution is a complex issue...
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Since mankind existed, humans have taken advantage of many landscapes such as the ocean, killing animals and resources produced for survival. Humans have made the costly mistake of taking the earth for granted as they believe the earth also needs humans. Humans are altering Earthâs natural landscapes so radically that as many plant and animal species are now at risk of extinction. According to Brad Pulmer, writer for the New York Times, overdoing agriculture activities such as farming, logging, poaching,...
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Ever since it was possible, humans have been finding ways to communicate and express their feelings, discoveries, and knowledge. One such popular form has been music. Although it is mostly associated with entertainment, music possesses a mental healing factor that has been utilized throughout the progression of history. In addition to traditional medicine, music therapy is an effective treatment option because of its proven use throughout human history, the effect music has on the brain, and its various, unique methods....
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In âShould Everyone Go to College?â by Stephanie Owen and Isabel Sawhill, they make a very good statement about how beneficial college may or may not be. For some students, college can be very beneficial, but for others, high school might be all that is needed. Stephanie Owen and Isabel Sawhill make it clear that there are many factors in deciding whether to go to college or not to go to college. The essay âShould Everyone Go to College?â is...
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Not many people can honestly say that they are one hundred percent a âmorning personâ, and for those that identify as such, morning hardly ever means 4:30 or 5 a.m. Waking up this early in the morning is something that many high schoolers are required to do in order to make it to school on time. In this essay, I will explain why high schools should push their start times back so that classes begin later in the morning. Later...
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Most people will say that the United States focuses more on healthy eating today, but that does not mean that our eating habits are better than they were years ago. They have actually become worse due to an increase in the production of processed and refined foods that are low in nutrients and high in fat and sugar. The most efficient way to turn this situation around and get the countryâs health back on track is by applying better nutrition...
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Recently, I have had an increasing interest in dental hygiene. The reason behind my choice could be influenced by the history of my family, in which dental care was the least of their concerns. This caused them to face an overall impact on their health later on in their life. On the other hand, I have always been taking care of my teeth and I want to show everyone else how important it can be and how it can greatly...
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Culture refers to the developed spiritual values as well as all materials created in the line of social development, including the tools engaged in creation as well as in the handing over of social values to the upcoming generations, showing the extent of people's authority and control based on their social and natural development. Culture is a term that diversifies in every community; hence, it is perceived differently in every community. Culture also interferes with people's perception of different phenomena,...
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It is common knowledge that abortions is a touchy subject all over the world. It is an absolute necessity that women have the option of having an abortion. Three important reasons are made for abortion: women suffer when abortion is prohibited, women should have the choice as itâs their body, and women who are raped should be permitted to get an abortion. There are also many other reasons why women should be allowed to get an abortion. Especially when it...
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As a healthcare professional with a passion for helping others, the role of a Physician Assistant has always stood out to me. The opportunity to work alongside physicians, make a difference in patients' lives, and continually learn and grow in the medical field is what draws me to pursue a career as a Physician Assistant. Personal Background My personal background has played a significant role in shaping my desire to pursue a career as a physician assistant. Growing up, I...
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Child labor is a critical issue that has been prevalent throughout history and continues to impact millions of children worldwide. Defined as work that deprives children of their childhood, their potential, and their dignity, child labor has been a persistent problem in many countries and industries, from agriculture and mining to manufacturing and domestic work. The historical background of child labor reveals that it has been a common practice for centuries. Today, despite global efforts to eradicate child labor, it...
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The United States Marine Corps (USMC) is one of the most respected and revered branches of the US military, known for its discipline, dedication, and leadership. The Marine Corps has identified 14 key leadership traits that are essential for its officers and enlisted personnel to possess. These traits are not only important in military service but also in civilian life. In this essay, we will discuss each of these 14 leadership traits in detail and explore why they are critical...
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