Sociology

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Unit IV Project

Portfolio Project 2:

Minimum 500 words all references on APA format.

This is to be the second entry in your portfolio, which showcases your ability to decode the concepts from this course and effectively apply them to the world around you. This project entry deals with sociology within a historical sense. For example, what would have happened if Clara Barton never started the Red Cross or if Florence Nightingale never pursued nursing? Those are just a couple examples of historical persons who affected society as a whole.

Using the Internet, research a significant person or organization in history that assisted people, or was an advocate against inequality. Whether through philanthropy, civil rights, teachings, lifestyle, etc., this person/organization has had asignificant impact upon people. Answer the associated questions below.

Organization:

1. Describe the mission and purpose of the organization.

2. Who started the organization? Describe him or her (only if applicable).

3. What changes have occurred in society based upon the work of the organization?

4. What, if any, influence has the organization had?

Person:

1. Describe his or her lifestyle.

2. Discuss what led him or her to become an advocate for those in lower social standing.

3. What do you believe we can take away from this person and apply today?

4. Did his or her advocacy invoke a change? Have others followed in his or her footsteps?

5. What, if any, influence has the person had on others?

compare the concepts of self-presentation and impression management.

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Using 250-500 words, compare the concepts of self-presentation and impression management.

  1. Include some personal examples in your paper.
  2. For assistance, read “The Ethics of Impression Management.”

While APA format is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected and in-text citations and references should be presented using APA documentation guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

 

 

You are not required to submit this assignment to Turnitin, unless otherwise directed by your instructor. If so directed, refer to the Student Success Center for directions. Only Word documents can be submitted to Turnitin

Which Of The Following Is Not A Known Cause Of Childhood Anxiety?

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PSY 275 Week 4 Quiz

 

Week Four Quiz – PSY 275 ( 10/10 Correct Answer )

 

 

Directions:  Please clearly indicate your choice for each of the following questions.  Post your quiz to the Assignments Section for grading.

 

 

  1. Which of the following is not a known cause of childhood anxiety?

a.       Overprotective parents

b.      Parents avoid or reject the child

c.       Parental anxiety

d.      Too many friends

 

  1. Which of the following is the most common treatment for childhood anxiety disorders?

a.       Gestalt Therapy

b.      Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

c.       Existential Therapy

d.      Family Systems Therapy

 

  1. Which of the following is not a documented potential cause of conduct disorder?

a.       Genetics

b.      Poverty

c.       Inadequate parenting

d.      Depressed mood

 

  1. It has been proposed that ADHD is caused by _________.

a.       Dopamine abnormalities in the brain

b.      Maternal substance abuse

c.       Ritalin

d.      Anxiety

 

  1. Which of the following is a concern with the medications that are currently used to treat ADHD?

a.       They are not effective.

b.      The findings of drug effectiveness studies may not be applicable to some minority groups.

c.       Not enough children are being medicated.

d.      They lead to a stigma for the child.

 

  1. Which of the following is a symptom for Autism Spectrum Disorder?

a.       Deficits in social communication and interaction.

b.      Easily develop and maintain relationships.

c.       Poor attention to tasks.

d.      Impulsivity.

 

  1. When treating Autism Spectrum Disorder, clinicians may choose to combine _____________ with behavioral therapies and different methods of training.

a.       A specific diet plan

b.      An exercise regimen

c.       Play therapy

d.      Psychotropic medications and specific vitamins

 

  1. Which of the following is not considered to be a behavioral symptom of oppositional defiant disorder?

a.       Argumentative

b.      Defiant

c.       Irritable

d.      Impulsive

 

  1. Oppositional defiant disorder is ________common in boys than girls before puberty.

a.       More

b.      Less

c.       Just as

d.      Twice as

 

  1. Previous research has stated that there was a relationship between vaccines and the development of autism spectrum disorder. Recent research has now found that ________________.

a.       The original study was correct and the MMR vaccine causes autism.

b.      The original study was methodologically flawed and failed to demonstrate any relationship between the two.

c.       The original study was referring to multiple vaccines.

d.      The original study has been supported by later research.

Legalizing Drugs

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Legalizing Drugs

There are four states that have legalized recreational use for marijuana (Colorado, Washington, Oregon and Alaska) and more than half of the remaining states are considering legalizing it for medical or recreational use. For medicinal purposes, marijuana has been shown to treat conditions of pain and nausea in individuals with HIV/AIDS and cancer.

When taken in large doses, have been shown to affect memories, disrupt coordination, balance, and reaction times.  According to drugabout.gov, “heavy marijuana users generally report lower life satisfaction, poorer mental and physical health, more relationship problems, and less academic and career success compared to non-marijuana-using peers.”

Clearly, some lawmakers and doctors are opening up legalizing marijuana. Based on side effects that are associated with marijuana, is it more harmful than current legalized drugs that are out there? In terms of the psychological side effects of drugs, do you think marijuana should be legalized?  Are there other illegal drugs that should be legalized?  Are there current legal drugs that should be illegal or at least more regulated (tobacco, alcohol, caffeine)?

http://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/drugfacts/marijuana

http://www.cnn.com/2013/08/08/health/gupta-changed-mind-marijuana/

http://wallstcheatsheet.com/politics/5-states-and-one-city-ready-to-legalize-marijuana.html/?a=viewall

 

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