...Vincent Coughlin PATHE 200 Final Project Spring/15 RELIGION AND SPIRITUALITY IN MEDICINE THESIS STATEMENT: Patients with multiple religious beliefs are treated everyday by emergency care workers which creates a void in respect towards the patient and their beliefs if the proper training and knowledge are lacking. INTRODUCTION When the subject of religion and spirituality come up in conversation in the governmental arena most people will argue that they are both on separate planes and should remain that way. But when people were asked if there is a place for religion in the medical field, the majority of those asked will say that they would prefer their physicians inquire about their individual faith and beliefs. In fact, polls indicate that the U.S. Population is highly religious; that most people believe in Heaven and hell. The same people also believe in the healing power of prayer and the capacity of faith to aid in the recovery from disease (N.E.J.O.M. 342). Religion and Spirituality have become an intricate part of patient care in the last 20 plus years. Religion is understood as a set of beliefs, rituals and practices usually embodied within an institution or an organization. Religion is more generalized and all-inclusive. Spirituality is more defined and specific to each individuals Religion. Spirituality is thought of as a search for what is sacred in life, one’s deepest values, along with a relationship with God...
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...A Diverse America This paper focuses on the question “How can people be made more accepting of diversity?” The paper is organized into five sections: What I Knew, What I Want to Know, Literature Review, My Search, and the Conclusion. The sections What I Knew and What I Want to Know provide background knowledge on why this topic is one of personal importance and why I fell others should see its importance as well. The two sections also address what subjects will be spoken of and researched in the paper. The Literature Review is divided into three sections: What is Diversity, How Does Diversity Affect Individuals, and How Can Acceptance of Diversity be Promoted. Each of these sections provides research on their respective questions, mostly focusing on religious and racial diversity. The My Search section contains information from a personal Interview with Dominik Unger, a previous political refugee. Finally, the conclusion contains personal...
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... 1 The Singapore: Cultural Research My Research Paper Crystal N. Nichol Justine Lemos Ashford University Anthropology 101 July 26, 2011 The Singapore: Cultural Research There are many ways that a community’s mode of subsistence can impact that of a community’s aspects of cultural behavior and beliefs. This research paper will reflect on the primary mode of subsistence that the Singapore practice and how this affects other cultural aspects of their particular culture. The way a culture makes a living has a significant impact on the way a culture acts and does things. Singapore is one of the most prosperous countries in the southeast of Asia (Topley, 1961). The primary mode of subsistence that this paper will focus on will be pastoralists; following and explaining the effects this has on the specific aspects of kinship, gender relations, and beliefs-values within this culture. The Singapore culture is a culture that believes the concepts of group, harmony, and mutual security are more important than that of the individual. Family is the centre of the social structure and emphasizes unity, loyalty and respect for the elderly in the Singapore Culture (Topley, 1961). Extended family and close friends are those that are considered family to the Singapore and they are the ones the Singapore culture hold their beliefs in high standards (Lee, 1988).The implications of the Singapore’s religious means and social surroundings that contribute...
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...Running Head: GAY AND LESBIAN ADOPTION Gay and Lesbian Adoption Argumentative Emily Stroud Everest University Abstract Lesbian and gay adoption has been widely controversial across the globe. This social issue is tremendously discussed by religious, political and social groups which have been providing numerous statistics, figures and major researches on the effects of same sex couples to the mental and emotional growth of children. At the inception of the 21st century, many countries have shifted and adjusted to different kind of perspective. Many government leaders have actually allowed same sex marriages as well gay and lesbian adoption. This paper aims to provide the readers some facts and research studies concerning the impact of same sex couples to the upbringing of their adopted children. This paper intends to open the minds of the audience concerning both sides of the issue. The paper does not provide any preference or does not promote any viewpoint relating to religious teaching or significant educational research. The information regarding same sex adoption is presented below and depends on one’s perspective whether or not to consider it acceptable on your standards and morals. Introduction Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) adoption or same sex adoption has been considered legal during the inception of the 21st century. There...
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...Essay 3/3/2013 ABSTRACT The paper will cover the religious traditions some paperwork on how the religions is practices and some stories about the religion. This paper will also cover the way the religion is practiced the different types of rituals and traditions. This paper will discuss the chain of command for a certain religion and the way they coexist with the people. What a religious tradition says—its teachings, texts, doctrine, stories, myths, and others Religions are based on ancient teachings in the religions of the modern world they still refer to the god’s or goddesses of their time; everything is passed down from one generation to another thru these books. The sacred books hold the knowledge of that religion the arts and how to conduct oneself as a human. The Buddhist religion believes that humans should be perfect so there is no need for law. The Buddhist religion is amongst one of the only religions who do not have a scared God they praise Buddhist praise humans in general. They prefer to know that it is real and provable then just try to follow the super natural or fantasy. Un like the catholic religion or the Christian religion the Buddhist do not praise the dead but they praise the people who are alive. There is a story of the kalames from the village of kesaputta, the clan was asking the Buddha who the clan should follow and who has come thru their village bearing truth. Buddha simply replied follow what is true to the family in your hearts. Do not follow...
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...MIDDLE CHILD SYNDROME Escarez, Mary Joy B. Gutierrez, Samantha A. Abstract Middle child syndrome, numerous, but not all, middle child experiences this. This status is mainly about a child whose birth is between his or her eldest sibling and junior sibling. Sitting in the middle isn’t going to be all joy and games. It takes an allotment for a person in a family of three to overcome. This is because the wave of decrease for it feels as if no one cares and no location in this world for you because the parents would only pay attention to the oldest or youngest. Alfred Adler was one of the first theorists to use- birth order position in his conceptualization of clients. Birth order continues to inform professionals practicing from an Individual Psychology framework; however, the wealth of research on the topic can seem overwhelming. Birth order theory holds that children develop their behavioral patterns largely as a result of their position within their family, and transfer these patterns to the classroom. Introduction The research topic is regarding Middle Child Syndrome (MCS). Being psychology student, we have and we earned some background knowledge about this proposed topic. According to Montgomery (2010), Middle Child Syndrome (MCS) is an occurrence that explains how the “birth order theory” of Alfred Adler affects every aspect of child’s life. Alfred Adler was an Austrian medical doctor, psychotherapist, and founder of the school of individual psychology. Birth order...
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...RELIGIOUS EDUCATION S.B.A #1 PREVIEW Table of Content Acknowledgement Introduction Aim of research Research Topic Method of Collection Summary of Findings Interpretation and Analysis of Data Conclusion Bibliography Acknowledgement The researcher would like to thank my teacher Miss Simmons for her help and guidance. Also my parents who supported me in doing this research, a special thanks to the lord almighty God Introduction The research will examine the festivals in Christianity. There are many different types of festivals in Christianity. However my focus is on the following festivals: 1. Christmas 2. Easter 3. Lent 4. Good Friday Aim of Research The researchers hope to find out: 1. The different festival in Christianity 2. The importance of these festival in Christianity Research Topic The Types of Festival in Christianity Method of Collection This research was done between the months of September through to December 2010. The instruments the researcher used to collect these data are: literature, pen, paper, and computer. The researcher used the Spanish town library to complete this data. CXC 28/G/SYLL 09 CARIBBEAN EXAMINATIONS COUNCIL Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate CSEC® RELIGIOUS EDUCATION SYLLABUS Effective for examinations from May/June 2012 Published by the Caribbean Examinations Council © 2010, Caribbean Examinations Council ...
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...ASHFORD SOC 101 Entire Course For more course tutorials visit www.tutorialrank.com ASHFORD SOC 101 Week 1 DQ 1 Sociology Theories ASHFORD SOC 101 Week 1 DQ 2 The Role of Culture ASHFORD SOC 101 Week 1 Quiz ASHFORD SOC 101 Week 2 DQ 1 Socialization ASHFORD SOC 101 Week 2 DQ 2 Family Forms ASHFORD SOC 101 Week 2 Assignment Theorist of Choice ASHFORD SOC 101 Week 2 Quiz ASHFORD SOC 101 Week 3 DQ 1 Social Problems ASHFORD SOC 101 Week 3 DQ 2 Deviant Behavior ASHFORD SOC 101 Week 3 Assignment Final Paper Outline Religious Social Institution ASHFORD SOC 101 Week 3 Quiz ASHFORD SOC 101 Week 4 DQ 1 Current Social Issues ASHFORD SOC 101 Week 4 DQ 2 Social Institutions ASHFORD SOC 101 Week 4 Quiz ASHFORD SOC 101 Week 5 DQ 1 Social Movements ASHFORD SOC 101 Week 5 DQ 2 Social Change ASHFORD SOC 101 Week 5 Assignment Research Paper Religious Social Institution ASHFORD SOC 101 Week 5 Quiz ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ASHFORD SOC 101 Week 1 DQ 1 Sociology Theories For more course tutorials visit www.tutorialrank.com There are three primary sociological theories discussed in Chapter One of the text, Introduction to Sociology. Briefly summarize each theory and the major differences across the Functionalist, Conflict, and Symbolic Interaction perspectives. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ASHFORD SOC 101 Week 1 DQ 2 The Role of...
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...CARIBBEAN EXAMINATIONS COUNCIL Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate CSEC® RELIGIOUS EDUCATION SYLLABUS Effective for examinations from May/June 2012 CXC 28/G/SYLL 09 Published by the Caribbean Examinations Council © 2010, Caribbean Examinations Council All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form, or by any means electronic, photocopying, recording or otherwise without prior permission of the author or publisher. Correspondence related to the syllabus should be addressed to: The Pro-Registrar Caribbean Examinations Council Caenwood Centre 37 Arnold Road, Kingston 5, Jamaica, W.I. Telephone: (876) 630-5200 Facsimile Number: (876) 967-4972 E-mail address: cxcwzo@cxc.org Website: www.cxc.org Copyright © 2009, by Caribbean Examinations Council The Garrison, St Michael BB14038, Barbados CXC 28/G/SYLL 09 Contents RATIONALE ................................................................................................................................... 1 AIMS ................................................................................................................................................ 1 CRITERIA FOR CONTENT SELECTION .................................................................................... 2 ORGANISATION OF THE SYLLABUS ....................................................................................... 2 APPROACHES TO TEACHING THE SYLLABUS .......
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...The key research question is as follows: “What psychological motivation causes females to become suicide bombers?” Differences in motivations have been noted between various categories of terrorists. It would thus be insightful to determine the psychological factors that lead to female suicide bombing. In the past, it was always assumed that suicide bombers are unemployed men who have been indoctrinated into believing that they will receive rewards for their attacks in the afterlife by living in paradise. Therefore, the predominant profile has been: male, young, economically deprived, and religiously extreme. However, women have altered this perception because their emergence signifies shifting motivations. One’s motivation is tied to one’s...
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...Nikolaev Econ 385R 03J 21st November 2013 Abstract Since 1978, China has seen a sustainable rapid growth in its economy. China’s real GDP has already surpassed 7 trillion US dollars in 2011 in current dollars, and it has replaced Japan as the world’s second largest economy. People in China also have significant improvements in their standards of living and material life. However, my findings contradict the notion that an increase in income and standard of living will gain people happiness. My major findings show that income inequality and other major social problems, such as lack of religious belief and faith, political problems, and family burden have contributed to the decline of happiness among Chinese people. Other negative feelings emerging with the rapid economic growth, such as greed, interpersonal distrust and less compassion show adverse effects on Chinese happiness. I conclude the research by suggesting possible future researches for further studies. 1. Introduction After the Cultural Revolution ended in 1978, China launched a comprehensive reformation in its state controlled economy under the new leadership, Mr. Deng Xiaoping. Since then, China has gradually opened its door to the world and begun its transition into a market economy. (Chai, 1997) Over the past thirty years, China had the most enduring and rapid economic growth in the human history. According to the Federal Reserve Bank of Saint Louis, China’s average GDP growth is nearly 10 percent for the past 30...
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...Mixed race or family: Black Americans and the Okinawan In the modern society, interactions are based on the interaction compatibility of people rather than different social, economic or cultural affiliations. In an argument by Mori, social interactions in the modern society are based on the ability of one person to interact with the other and their ability to live a compatible life (34). This is dissimilar to previous centuries where interactions were based on the cultural and social beliefs one was affiliated to. Additionally, the skin color of a person held so much significance when it came to interactions. On an issue such as marriage, cultural affiliation was a great determinant as people preferred life partners of the same race and culture. However, the perception of different races over the other has change significantly as people are interacting with any person regardless of their skin color of cultural belief (Santrock 56). The versatility level of the modern society has been helpful to shape issues such as mixed marriages as people view the practice as a normal action in the society. This has significantly raised the level and ease at which interactions are governed in the society. This paper will analyze the cultural affiliations of the Black Americans and the Okinawan. Additionally, the paper will analyze the different provisions of the two races and their depth of interactions. The paper will also relate the comparison to the topic on mixed marriage race: the...
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...Hypothesis: Communalization of Education is leading to increasing tension/alienation amongst religious communities and is being utilized as a tool for vote bank politics by politicians. Case Study 1: The Saffronization of Educational Institutions One of the first moves taken by Murli Manohar Joshi, HRD minister in 2000 was to appoint Mr. BR Grover as Chairman of the Indian Council of Historical Research. It was a widely held view that Mr. Grover was a historian of mediocre status and a RSS sympathizer of high standing. This decision elicited much indignation, however knowing the BJP’s policy of ‘pro-Hindutva,’ one could hardly have been much surprised. Mr. Grover, did everything in his power to promote RSS ideology and even managed ‘evidence’, as the VHP representative on a Govt. panel on the Babri Masjid dispute, to argue that a Ram temple indeed existed on the Babri Masjid site and that it was destroyed during Babar’s regime to build the mosque. The weight of historical scholarship and archaeological evidence which suggests the contrary was totally discounted. A few months prior to this the Council of ICHR was reconstituted to achieve a near monopoly for the RSS in this important institution. The Indian Council of Social Science Research has been given an even more ‘august’ scholar as Director. Mr. ML Sondhi is a person of long standing service to the RSS and has been a Jan Sangh MP in 1967. Earlier, the Indian Institute of Advanced Studies (Simla), the Indian Institute...
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...Sunni and Sh’ia: The Branches of Islam By Kendra Craig March 5, 2010 Strayer University Abstract The paper is focused on Sunni and Sh’ia, which are two branches of Islam. The paper will compare the different religious belief that is practiced throughout Islam. It will also show the laws and the cultures of each religious branch. The paper will show the major dispute that caused separation of these religions in Islam. Sunni and Sh’ia Sunni and Sh’ia are two of the most dominate cultures in Islam. In my research, I learned that these two branches were among the worst enemies of the Islamic culture. In this paper I will show the differences in the belief of each religious group. I will also show the division within the Islamic community between these groups. Sunni Muslims are individuals that were firm believers in the prophet Muhammad. The words that were spoken through Muhammad influenced and provided them with strong religious belief. Sunni means “customary practices” (Macmillan Reference USA 2001-2006) which referred to the teaching and preaching of Muhammad. The Sh’ia Muslims are individuals that believe that the political leader position should have gone to Ali (Penay). Sh’ia means “group” or faction”. After the death of Muhammad is when things began to turn for the worst between these communities. The main belief of the Sunni Muslims was those that came after Muhammad were true believers of Muhammad teachings. This allowed them to become comfortable with...
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...and is used differently depending on the perspective or the context in which it is used, in North America there are three general perspectives used in relation to knowledge about cults; religious perspective, sociology and academic theology, and the mental health field, (Tapper, 2005). Based on each perspective or specialization is how the different definitions are used; in particular, religious conformists define a cult as any group or religion that deviates from traditional religious scripture, those who study cults find the term judgmental and prosecuting to those whose belief system is different, and lastly is the perspective from former cult members, their families, and the mental health professionals who treat them who do not focus on the belief of a group rather on the specific behaviors that violate human rights and cause harm (Tapper, 2005). For the purpose of this research paper, the focus will be on destructive cults from a mental health perspective. A destructive cult is defined as, “excessive devotion to a person or cause and that uses unethically manipulative persuasion and control to serve the goals of the leaders, regardless of possible harm to its members and others”(Tapper, 2005). The harm that is inflicted in destructive cults can range from cult to cult, for this research the effects of being in a cult were derived from former cult members. Destructive...
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