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- 2241: Distinctly Canadian
- ... In such a short time for a country to exist, we have many images that make us very culturally rich in everyway. Probably the most important images, practices, and items come for our friend, the American Indians (or Native Americans). They were a definite asset to Canada's cultural growth. The American Indians came into Canada in a series of migrations that occurred during the last stages of the Pleistocene Ice Age, Mongoloid peoples from Asia entered North America, probably crossing the Bering Strait. Gradually they spread ... characterized by a hump over the front shoulders; short, sharply pointed horns (in both sexes) curving outward and up from the sides of the massive head; and slimmer hindquarters. A mature bull of the North American bison is about 2 m (about 6.5 ft) high at the hump and 2.7 to 3.7 m (9 to 12 ft) long and weighs 850 to 1100 kg (1800 to 2400 ...
- 2242: The Indian And The Horse
- ... these contributions may go unnoticed some have vastly changed the lifestyles of those who inhibit this land. As it remains well documented the first inhabitants of what was known as the New World were the American Indians. What may have been viewed by outsiders as a simple way of life was much rather a complicated oneness with the land which was shared by all of the different tribes. This lifestyle, however ... had a great impact on the human lifestyle in the past, especially that of the Indians of the New World. According to archaeologists, the horse was present when the Indians first set foot on the American continent, but it was never tamed (Wissler 264). The Indians may have hunted the wild horse for food and used its skin for various purposes, similar to the buffalo. This could have possibly led to ... may have happened, soon after the introduction of the horse to the New World, Indians on horseback became common. The natural habitat of the horse is the grassland. However according to A Sense of the American West by James Sherow, "The reliance upon plains grasses meant certain obstacles in maintaining healthy horses in winter Healthy Indian horses in the fall suffered from malnutrition by the end of winter" (Sherow 98). ...
- 2243: The Need For Peace In The Midd
- ... both sides will remain hostile towards each other and wars will be constantly taking place. Numerous people will be killed and a settlement won’t be reached. Jerusalem, the creation of a Palestinian state, and American and International aid are the top three issues that need to be resolved. Jerusalem is the holy city for Jews, Muslims, and Christians. Jerusalem is the sticking point of the peace summit and is the ... solution is to give the Palestinians total control over the West Bank. The Palestinians will be pleased to have their own independent state and Israel will still have control over Gaza and the Jordan Valley. American and International aid needs to be distributed fairly between the Israelis and Palestinians. The Palestinians are in need of more financial assistance to compensate for refugees and to help form a new Palestinian state. Yassar ... Aid to resettle and compensate for refugees. Israelis are seeking an upgraded security relationship with the United States and feel that they need money and weaponry for political security. Palestinians should receive more of the American and International aid because they are in more need of it. They should be granted with the full $40 billion to compensate for refugees and set up a new state. Israelis should receive a ...
- 2244: Old Madison Square Garden: Fond Recollections of a True Landmark
- ... From the world cup of soccer to the superbowl, people all throughout the world have dreams of being sport stars or even just meeting their favorite athlete. It is in some peoples mind, the ideal american dream. In a time known as the roaring twenties, people throughout New York were working toward the american dream. This dream included a more splendid lifestyle that allowed for freedom and fun. In the middle of the Manhattan burough of New York City was a lively stretch of town known as Madison Square. This community center included thousands of immagrants striving to accomplish the American dream. Many people showcased thier talents in music, sport and theater. This park had all of the necessary characteristics to gain popularity except for one integral landmark that would bring the cultures together. Madison ...
- 2245: Psychological Bond Between Infants and Parents
- ... REFERENCES Ainsworth, M.D.S., Blehar, M.C., Waters, E., and Wall, S. (1978). Patterns of attachment: A Psychological Study of the Strange Situation. Hilldale, NJ: Erlbaum. Ainsworth, M.D.S. (1989). Attachment beyond infancy. American Psychologist, 44, 709-716. American Psychiatric Association (1994). Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders 4th ed.). Washington, DC: American Psychiatric Association. Armsden, G. D., and Greenberg, M. T. (1987). The inventory of parent and peer attachment: Individual differences and their relationship to psychological well being in adolescence. 16: 427-453. Azar, Beth. (1996). ...
- 2246: Injustice of Abortion
- Injustice of Abortion There is an issue alive today that divides the American people more than any other issue around. The issue also involves the greatest injustice alive in America today. As we speak, innocent lives are being snuffed out at the hands of doctors who see fit to perform abortions on live fetuses who are developing in the womb of their mothers. This terrible destruction of innocent lives must be brought to an end quickly and American people must wake up and realize the horrible crime that is being committed when this procedure is being carried out. Abortion in America must be put to an end for the sake of the morality ... to end a life which has never wronged a single person. If Americans are unable to unite behind a principle which is so seemingly universal, then what will they unite behind? It is simply un-American to solve problems by killing it. On one hand, America is a peace loving country that intervenes in places like Ireland and the Middle East to end war and promote peace. On the other ...
- 2247: Agent Orange
- ... once believed. Complications in health occur much more frequently to those exposed to the chemical than those who managed to avoid contact (Nguyen, 2). The use of Agent Orange in the Vietnam War affected the American soldier’s health and genetics. Agent Orange is a 50:50 mixture of two major compounds, 2,4-dichlorophenoxy acetic acid and 2,4,5-trichlorophenoxy acetic acid (Nguyen, 2). This defoliant also contains dioxin ... bomb craters, showered in bomb craters…and all that water was polluted with Agent Orange,” a First Air Cavalry veteran recalled (Doyle, 139). Agent Orange played a very key role in the lives of the American soldier. Complications in veterans’ health occur much more frequently to those exposed to Agent Orange than those who managed to avoid contact. A platoon in Vietnam was heavily sprayed by the herbicide. Five of the ... there is evidence which links Agent Orange with soft-tissue sarcoma, Hodgkin’s disease, and chloracne (Buckingham, 8). The effects of Agent Orange have done a great deal of damage to the health of the American soldier. The children of the veterans show greater signs of disability however. The veterans’ offspring are more prone to birth defects pertaining to the skin, nervous system, heart, kidneys, and oral clefts (Nguyen, 3). ...
- 2248: Sickle Cell Anemia
- ... in chronic anemia (abnormally low levels of red blood cells). Sickle cell anemia is most common in people whose ancestors came from parts of Saudi Arabia, India, Africa, and the Mediterranean region. Persons of South American, Central American, or Cuban origin may be affected also. Health experts estimate that approximately 2 million Americans currently carry the trait, while another 72,000 have the disease. Right now, 1 out of every 500 African-American children, and 1 out of every 1,100-1,400 Hispanic-American children are born with sickle cell anemia. Sickle cell anemia causes the general symptoms of anemia (fatigue, shortness of breath, and pale ...
- 2249: The Negative Portrayal Of LSD
- ... to maturity. However, it can be an opportunity to experience oneself and the world in a new way and to learn from it. Mainstream 1960s media, specifically television, strongly dictated views and opinions of the American mind, in result influencing the government and LSD becoming illegal. “Media controlled the conservative mind, at least influencing it as a majority.” By 1970, 95% of American households had a television set. Television influenced presidential campaigns, human relations, and wars. Specifically in mainstream 1960s media, television would prove to reshape the character of the entire political process. In 1960, the television debates ... John F. Kennedy stated “It was TV more than anything else that turned the tide.” Mainstream media appealed to the conservative mind set, concentrating on the conservative 30 and older ideal of Americanism or the American dream. A sense of comfort in mainstream media was portrayed using money, power, suburbia and the idea of a perfect family, through situation comedies. Television shows such as “Leave It to Beaver”, “The Andy ...
- 2250: Pursuing a Career in Psychiatry
- ... years to complete the required course work and clinical training for this profession ( “Psychiatrists,” 1993 2). After receiving an M.D. degree and completing a one-year medical internship in a hospital approved by the American Medical Association (AMA), a prospective psychiatrist begins a three to four year psychiatric specialty program, which is approved by the AMA and the American Psychiatric Association (“Psychiatrist,” Career 376). To become a psychiatrist an individual must go through extensive training, volunteer for countless hours, and take rigorous courses in high school. Psychiatrists share many similarities, when it comes to ... to psychiatry after their residency. Psychiatrists in residency training should begin to think about where they would like to practice. They may find ideas or job leads in professional journals and magazines. Membership in the American Medical Association and the American Psychiatric Association can be helpful. Networking with these groups may lead to contacts with employers. Residents may find permanent employment in the hospitals or agencies where they complete their ...
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