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- 151: Depression
- ... a direct question - 'do you think you may be depressed?' - is all that is needed to move the consultation onto a psychological agenda. Sometimes it is better to take a more indirect route. The word 'stress' is a very useful bridge, since it intrinsically has both physical and mental components: 'Are under any extra or unusual stress at the moment?', or 'Do you think these symptoms might be due to stress?' are effective open ended questions. For those few patients who appear reluctant to consider any diagnosis of depression it may initially be most profitable to concentrate on its more physical manifestations - sleep and appetite ...
- 152: The Civilization of Ancient Egypt
- ... 9 mi) wide, it reached a maximum of 248 km (154.1 mi) in the Delta and was formed by the Nile's annual inundation. Periodic, long-term decreases in its volume might create social stress and political and military conflict; increases in volume increased food supplies and favored stability and centralized government. The deserts to the east and west had valuable stones and minerals and helped protect Egypt from much ... had to fight off a major invasion by hitherto minor enemies, the seminomads of Libya, who were aided by the Sea Peoples, warriors of western Anatolia and the Aegean. Internally, the 19th dynasty continued to stress the king's divinity and skillfully divided preeminence and economic benefits between Amun-Ra and the gods Ptah of Memphis and Ra of Heliopolis. It was thus less likely that any priesthood would be unduly ... and the two-towered pylon, or entryway, was identified as the notched horizon where the sun god rose and renewed the universe. Royal palaces, although built in brick, deliberately copied temple architecture so as to stress the pharaoh's divine nature; floor frescoes depicted resurgent nature, wall paintings showed royal victories and ceremonies, and ceilings were celestial vaults. Domestic architecture is best known from Amarna and Deir el Medinah. At ...
- 153: Othello the "Mad" Moor
- ... betraying her father shows the bond between the two of them. As a man Othello was honorable and noted with high regard around Venice, also a strong and great leader. Every great leader has much stress on him no matter how great the leader. The stress of battle, the jealousy, and the loss of honor are what drove Othello insane and this is why he hath killed his wife. Although the stress of battle was not mentioned in the play one could imagine the stresses put on a man with such stories of battle that Othello himself told Brabantio. “Her father loved me, oft invited me; / ...
- 154: Auschwitz
- ... know more about Auschwitz and the people that were imprisoned there. For example, what was daily life like for the prisoners? How did people feel inside the camp, and how did they cope with the stress of imprisonment? What is the history of Auschwitz itself? What was life like for those who survived? What kinds of people were inside the camp? and, What exactly is “Zyklon B” and why was it ... of one group of barracks. They were held responsible to account for the prisoners in their group during the roll calls. How did people feel inside the camp, and how did they cope with the stress of imprisonment? People inside Auschwitz went through any emotion possible. Fear, anger, hopelessness, pain, frustration, yearning, and mourning were just a few of the things that plagued prisoners on a daily basis. Hope was what ... seem so certain of it, I believe it could happen. No sooner do they leave me than I am frightened. No one believes she will return when she is alone (Delbo, 103). Coping with the stress of the conditions inside the camp was not the only worry of the prisoners, as I quickly learned. The camp doctor, who judged who was “fit” and who was ready to be exterminated performed ...
- 155: Excessive Alcohol Consumption--its Effects And Social Accept
- Excessive Alcohol Consumption Its Effects and Social Acceptance Rumors and old wives tales such as stress makes women heavier drinkers, divorce prompts heavy alcohol use, people drive better when they are drinking, and teenagers are the main group of drunk drivers, are being thrown at today s society left and right ... truth. For instance, Marilyn Elias tells us that the more roles women play wife, mother, worker the less likely they are to have drinking problems, which is the opposite of the commonly accepted idea that stress makes women heavier drinkers (61). Elias also discredits the theory that divorce prompts more alcohol use by saying that leaving an unhappy marriage marred by problem drinking improves women s chances of ending an alcohol ... much is acceptable, and what timing is appropriate. Another major influence is friends and family members habits. Exposure to and parental standards regarding alcohol consumption greatly affect a person s views. Thirdly is the psychological stress that the person is experiencing at a given period of time (Wolfgan 3). Many people parents, students, and even some educators continue to see under-age drinking as a simple rite of passage. Patrick ...
- 156: Issues Of Addiction
- ... typically alternates with affirmation of love and statements that they will change. Abusive relationships get worse over time. Emotional and verbal abuse frequently shifts to more overt threats or physical abuse, particularly in times of stress. Abusers are generally very needy and controlling; the abuse escalates when they feel they may lose their partner, or when the relationship ends. This is the pinnacle of the addiction. These relationships are usually highly ... situation becomes unbearable, however, the spouse still finds it extremely difficult to leave the alcoholic. They give them chance after chance after chance. (Ladies 99-100). Alcohol abuse in marriage is usually brought on by stress from work and personal reasons. Wives or husbands that are addicts can always find something to blame their drinking on, and they often times take out their frustration on their spouses. It is very common ... and the situation they are in. They often times separate themselves from others, making it difficult to meet new people and live a normal life. Another pressure they face is anger. When a lot of stress builds up in the child, they usually become hostile and angry. They will talk back to the parents and place themselves into a greater danger. A drunken parent will not hesitate to set the ...
- 157: Eating Disorders
- ... diseases are not very clear and can vary from emotional to physical reasons. Few reasons why eating disorders are a growing problem among young women, are the difficulties of going through puberty, peer pressure and stress, and the obsessive desire to have a “perfect body.” Eating disorders are serious diseases and should be treated as soon as diagnosed. Bulimia and anorexia can cause damage to vital organs such as the heart ... hard to deal with. Teenagers are under a lot of pressure to succeed and fit in; in parallel some women may enter puberty earlier then others. Early development can lead to a tremendous amount of stress and anxiety, which can then increase the risks of developing an eating disorder. All the physical changes that are know noticeable by the others, can cause young women to be teased by their peers and ... to be proud of who they are and not to place too much importance on their appearances. By doing so, these teenagers will hopefully not submit to teen pressures and will learn to cope with stress. Society should encourage young women to do their best but should not demand them to be perfect. Young women need to understand that female beauty does not mean having a thin silhouette; personality is ...
- 158: The Importance Of Sleep, Nutri
- ... hour has gone by and one still is not asleep one should get up and do something relaxing (i.e. take a warm bath, read, watch TV, etc.). Rita Mattson, a Certified Personal Trainer and Stress Management Counselor, makes the suggestion of drinking warm milk before retiring to bed because milk contains a high dosage of L-tryptophan which is a natural sedative. Sleep is just as important as any other ... can help the body relax to deal with everyday pressure. People who eat a diet low in refined carbohydrates, sugar and caffeine, and high in whole grains, have shown a greater ability to cope with stress as in contrast to those who consume the opposite. Exercise, as well, is a way to release stress and tension (i.e. running, kickboxing, stair stepping, etc.). If one keeps all the factors in mind a healthier happier life can be achieved.
- 159: Alternative Medicine
- ... looking particularly at the way that body, mind and life-style interact. Andrew Weil, a Harvard-trained M.D. and author of The Natural Mind, practices this sort of ‘holistic’ medicine in Tuscon”(Wallis,1991). Stress from many sources including work and family is the cause of many maladies. That is why it seems very curious that some health organizations ignore the positive aspects of some or all forms of alternative ... source is medical or physical. It seems to be a territorial response to what the medical community perceives to be a threat to its existence. Dr. Saper, a neurologist, “...confirms that lowering a patient’s stress level, with relation techniques or simply encouraging trust in the doctor, can be healing. Research suggests that stress triggers the release of chemical messengers from the brain that suppress the immune system; relaxation would therefore revive the immune response”(Wallis,1991). However, the trend seems to be towards acceptance of alternative medical ...
- 160: Bulemia
- ... the raison d'etre. She contends that a lack of self-esteem is a major cause of eating disorders in teenage girls and young women according to the studies she has participated in. Depression and stress also play a major role in the development of eating disorders, not just anorexia and bulimia, but obesity as well. Major life events can be attributed to both depression and stress, leaving the patient feeling lack of control in their life. The anorectic and bulimic turn to starvation and weight loss as a way of taking charge of one aspect of their life. Studies show that ... my vast search for knowledge, I uncovered several facts to collaborate with my dissatisfaction of the explanation that Parents' Magazine had to offer. I discovered that anorexia and bulimia often are the result of severe stress or depression, lack of self- esteem, and, foremost, an need for social acceptance.
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