...accustomed to my classmates who are from different parts of the world. Because of that diversity, I have found a spot in the class which makes me be relevant. In this context, my classmates and I talked about our individual experiences and got to know each other. Now, I no longer jump to conclusions without, first gathering all information, analyzing it which brings out my ability to think critically. Not only have I learned to think critically, I have learned to set my priorities in order. Prior to this semester, my needs were completely derailed.It has been especially captivating for me to figure out how to manage my new life between school, work, and home with my family. That being said, week two helped me make some incredible adjustments on myself. I came to find out what my strengths and weaknesses were; more...
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...Adjustment and Stress Disorder An adjustment disorder or (AD) is a psychological response to a stressor or stressors that are identifiable and result in the formation and growth of clinically significant, emotional or behavioral symptoms. The symptoms displayed by a person who suffers from this disorder share similar symptoms as depressed people. As a result this disorder is sometimes referred to as situational depression. There are five criterions that are to be met for Adjustment and Stress Disorder to be accurately diagnosed. As it pertains to the diagnostic features of this disorder, symptoms must develop within 3 months after the onset of the stressor(s) (Criterion A). The clinical significance of the reaction is indicated by marked distress (the excess that would be anticipated given the nature of the stressor or stressors) or by significant impairment in social or occupational functioning (Criterion B). What this means is a reaction to a stressor that might be considered normal or expectable can still qualify for a diagnosis of Adjustment Disorder if the reaction is sufficiently severe to cause significant impairment. This category should not be used if the stress-related disturbance does not meet the criteria for another specific Axis I disorder and is not merely an exacerbation of a preexisting Axis I or Axis II disorder. In Criterion D the symptoms do not represent Bereavement. Finally in Criterion E, once the stressor (or its consequences) has been terminated, the...
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...STRUCTURAL ADJUSTMENT PROGRAMMES AFFECTED WOMEN MORE THAN MEN The view that Economic Structural Adjustment Programmes (ESAPs) affected women more than men is true to a considerable extent. This was because women were a vulnerable group and Economic Structural Adjustment Programs worsened the situation and that is why ESAP have been cynically changed to mean Extreme Suffering of the African People, and this implies that Economic Structural Adjustment Programs brought more negative impact than positive ones and it were women who particularly suffered more than any other group. Economic Structural Adjustment Programmes are perceived by the Bretton Wood institutions as the process which aims at making national economies of developing countries more efficient, more flexible and better able to use resources through cutting of expenses. The International Monetary Fund and the World Bank were arguing that Third World countries were being faced with finance problems because they were spending too much on arms and paying workers. Hence the way to address these financial problems was by reducing on arms spending and retrenchment of extra workers, and this was the dawn of a new economic day in developing countries in the form of Economic Structural Adjustment Programmes...
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...After gaining independence, Ghana’s economy had reached a state of crisis and therefore, certain International Financial Institutions (International Monetary Fund and World Bank) had intervened. The goal for Ghana was to pursue economic growth at all costs and seek to achieve through the increase of the Growth Domestic Product and the Growth National Product. Structural adjustment programs (SAP) (designed by the World Bank and IMF) had begun being implemented by the Provisional National Defense Council (PNDC) and National Democratic Congress (NDC). SAPs can be defined as “the process by which key institutions and policies are reconstructed with the intent on advancing economic growth”. This involves increasing economic dependency and diversifying economic resources. While looking at Peter Arthur’s opposing argument that the IFIs and their strategies were detrimental to Ghana’s economy - Kwadwo Kanadu-Agyemang and Darko Kwabena Opoku believe that these strategies and SAPs were beneficial to Ghana’s economy, only to a certain extent. This essay will aim to identify certain criticisms of Ghana undergoing the SAP as well as which sectors of the SAP were beneficial to Ghana. Furthermore, this essay will identify that the ‘imposition’ of the SAPs was indeed necessary and less destructive than its critics state. Colonial rule ended for Ghana in 1957 and they became politically independent and they were “the first country in sub-Saharan Africa to do so”. Ghana had ebeen the world’s...
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...Adjustment to Health Change or Crisis This essay will discuss a patient that I worked with during year two of my course, who has experienced a health change. I will also explore the psychological, social and physical changes to the patient and how adjustment was used on her lifestyle. Corsini (2002,p 20) defines Adjustment as “ Modifications of attitudes and behaviour to meet the demands of life effectively, such as carrying on constructive interprofessional relations, dealing with stressful problematic situations”. In accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Councils Code of Conduct (NMC, 2009) to protect my patient’s confidentiality, I will refer to the patient as Margret and her husband as Charles. Margret is a 62-year-old lady who is a recently retired shop owner. She has been married for 40 years to Charles. Margret lives with her husband in a 2- bed bungalow. Margret and Charles have three sons. The sons live abroad but Margret has regular contact with them via the Internet and telephone. Margret has no other close family around her. Margret is an active lady and enjoys walking, swimming and other light exercise. Margret had attended a Doctor’s appointment at her local General Practice (G.P.) as she had not attended a check up for well over 30 years. Margret has no other medical problems and has reported to feel fit and well, with no concerns. The Doctor decided to perform a full health check and take a urine sample. The urine sample had detected glucose. Following...
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...Culture Alert “The Adjustment Bureau” leaves its audience entertained, however it also gives them something of great significance to discuss and think about. The movie broadly addresses concepts of predestination, free-will, and to what some would view as God. Although “The Adjustment Bureau” does not reflect a biblically view of God and his nature, however the movie does a nice job of demonstrating the importance of these issues. Throughout this paper I will explore the worldviews in correlation with Ravi Zacharias’ components presented in this film, and discuss my views and opinions on the issues portrayed. Having a consistent worldview can often be challenging with the different influences in life, therefore seeing a consistent worldview in a movie can be difficult. “The Adjustment Bureau” relates to “free-will” concept that philosophers have debated for years. David, the main character, is a politician running for Senate. His campaign is going really well until a photo from college is leaked to the media of him. David also meets a woman, Elise, and immediately falls in love. Elise inspires him in many ways and he even gives a very impressing speech. David soon realizes that his choices are not his own and the direction of his life is not under his control after he tries to start a relationship with Elise. His life direction is decided by a higher power. David actually accidently sees a mysterious group of men, “the adjustment bureau”, performing mind manipulation on...
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...applicable discounts are applied and before tax is imposed. Eligible customer purchases include sale-, regular- and clearance-priced merchandise, but exclude the purchase of Gift Cards. Offer can be redeemed with any other offer, but cannot be redeemed for cash. Kohl's Cash® will be applied prior to percent-off total purchase discounts. Kohl's Cash® Coupon may not be redeemed (1) on purchases of Kohl's Cares® cause merchandise or other charitable items; (2) to reduce customer's Kohl's Charge or any third party charge account balance; (3) as price adjustments on prior purchases; or (4) to purchase gift cards. If merchandise purchased earning a Kohl's Cash® Coupon is subsequently returned or price adjusted, the value of the Kohl's Cash® Coupon previously earned and/or the amount of the merchandise refund will be reduced to reflect any unearned value. Return value of merchandise purchased with a Kohl's Cash® Coupon may be subject to adjustment. Offer is nontransferable. Redemption Instructions for POS Associate: Scan barcode. When prompted, print the coupon's new value on the...
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...Audit Adjustments. Jose A. Santos Nov. 19, 2013. Audit adjustments are proposed corrections of the financial statements that may not have been detected except through the audit procedures, regardless whether or not recorded by the entity. (www.wikiterm.com) According to AU Sec.380, Communication with Audit Committees, the auditor should inform the audit committee about adjustments arising from the audit that could, in his judgment, either individually or in the aggregate, have a significant effect on the entity's financial reporting process. Whether or not recorded by the entity, an audit adjustment is a proposed correction of the financial statements that, in the auditor's judgment, may not have been detected except through the auditing procedures performed. Matters underlying adjustments proposed by the auditor but not recorded by the entity could potentially cause future financial statements to be materially misstated, even though the auditor has concluded that the adjustments are not material to the current financial statements. The purpose of a financial audit is to add credibility to the assertions by a company’s management that its financial statements are fairly represented and free of material misstatements. An audit is not designed to provide absolute assurance but rather to reduce the risk of material misstatements whether caused by error or fraud. More specifically, a material misstatement is defined as “an error or omission that would affect the users...
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...Entering the office for persistent headaches or back pain is understandable, yet these patients also receive nutritional advice to enhance their adjustments and lives. G. Forrest Edwards, D.C., D.A.B.C.O., the physician who runs the Hoover facility is dedicated to all aspects of health and wellness, including nutrition. Chiropractic care is the practice of treating a patient's illnesses or conditions through spinal adjustments. This concept, which works on the cause of the issue, rather than the symptoms associated to the issue, has been used for over a century. By keeping the neuromuscular system of the body aligned and working properly, a whole host of maladies can be treated or even reversed....
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...TREATMENT PLAN FOR ADJUSTMENT DISORDER WITH MIXED EMOTIONAL AND CONDUCT DISTURBANCE As the primary goals of treatment of Adjustment disorders are to relieve symptoms and assist with achieving a level of adaptation that is comparable to the affected person's level of functioning before the stressful event. Treatment Aims: a. Restoration of prior level of social interaction b. Reduction in distress c. Reduction in maladaptive behavior associated with stressors PROCESS OF TREATMENT: COGNITIVE –BEHAVIORAL THERAPY First, REALISTIC SHORT-TERM GOALS are made at the start of the session, as the course treatment of an adjustment disorder is usually short-term in nature. Goals of therapy center on social supports available to the individual in her life in the form of family, friends, and community. I used behavior therapy, it focused on having the client to keep a daily log of what triggers the stress, how the client responds to the stress, and what helps reduce the stress. Second is the PROBLEM SOLVING SKILLS The individual's coping and problem solving skills are explored and developed. The steps I made to the client’s problem solving skills are: Define the problem, Recognize how you feel about the problem, Accept your feelings, Relax and try not to think about solutions for a while, Consider all possible solutions, Try to imagine how other people might solve the problem or how to obtain the information needed to solve the problem, Evaluate the pros and cons of each...
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...MAJOR ADJUSTMENT ISSUES 1 Major Adjustment Issues Psychology of Adjustment November 29, 2015 MAJOR ADJUSTMENT ISSUES 2 In reading the article of Pfc Orolin, After Afghanistan A Father Came Home Then Disappeared, he was conflicted with the trauma of the war in Afghanistan and upon his return home was unable to cope with everyday life and could not make the adjustment from military back to home life. The other conflict of coping and stress is with the soldier’s wife and family. Very often you hear only of the returning soldiers and what they went through during the war, and yes that is tragic, but you need to look at what they put their families through when the fail to return to a normal adjusted lifestyle back home. Pfc. Orolin was suffering from PTSD, “which is a psychological disorder that develops through exposure to a traumatic event, such as war, severely oppressive situations, such as the Holocaust, severe abuse, such as rape,natural disasters such as floods and tornados; and unnatural disasters such as plane crashes”(Santrock,2006). In order to help Pfc. Orolin and his family to get back to life as a family, Pfc. Orolin should seek out the local V.A. Hospital for psychological treatment of PTSD and some outside influences from the community, such as volunteer help. But the one key piece of help would be to open up communications with his spouse, let her know what he’s feeling and when he’s feeling it...
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...Assignment #1:" Personal Reflections Journal Entry." Dijon Adams Psychology of Adjustment Professor Cook November 5, 2015 Reflection of My Life Growing up as a child I didn’t think the adjustment of life as an adult was difficult. Life is all about the well-being of happiness that start with in, paint our self-images so what another view us won't hurt our self-esteem. I have been working for Elwyn for two years after I was terminated me a clear mind. That all alone the well-being of my happiness and health matter more. To work in a facility like that I wasn’t pleased, knowing I had a boss that didn’t care about my well-being. Allowing doubt to over-ride my self-esteem. Becoming a teen I was learning to make some decision on my own and becoming Muslim was one I told myself I would follow my father’s faith. To take me, shahada, it was something on my mind also weighing in my heart. Months after- my teen years I did just that followed the faith of Islam. My mother who has always been my number one supporter was fine with it, on the other hand, my aunt; an uncle had some much to say I started feeling like I had done something wrong. Being the person I am always caring, my self-esteem just went I would run so that I didn’t have to hear the negativity that came from them. To hear my aunt say. I don’t know my worth, to cover a gift God gave me is a disgrace, and I should be ashamed of myself. I lost my grandmother November 19, 2012, due to bleeding in...
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...Everyone says that in time things will get easier, but do they really get easier with time. Specifically with tiredness, stress from school, and homesickness these are my top three reoccurring factors in my college life. My biopsychosocial college adjustment is bigger than I would have ever imagined. Initially, every day I wake up still tired from the night before. This is caused by not being able to fall asleep right away. Since I’m not able to fall asleep this affects how I am able to learn the following day. Also, I start to quit reading my text book assignments early because the text seems too confusing or boring to me. Then on some occasions I get irritated from not getting enough sleep because of the things going on back home that could have been prevented before I left....
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...Case Study #1 Jennifer is a 29-year-old administrative assistant married to Antonio, an Italian engineer, whom Jennifer met four years earlier while on a business trip for her marketing company. The couple now lives in Nebraska, where Antonio works for the county's transportation department and Jennifer commutes an hour each way to her marketing office. They have been trying to start a family for over a year. Eight months ago, Jennifer miscarried in her second month of pregnancy. Antonio's parents love Jennifer and often ask her if she is expecting again, hoping to encourage her to focus on her next baby. Jennifer's mother passed away two years ago and her father's health is rapidly deteriorating. Jennifer faces the probability of placing her father in a skilled nursing care facility within the next few months, against his wishes. At work, Jennifer runs a tight ship. She is organized and prepares lists to assure that everything is done according to schedule. Everyone counts on Jennifer and she takes pride in never letting people down. Jennifer has visited her physician numerous times in the last six months, complaining of headaches, backaches, and indigestion. Jennifer insists that she is happy and is not feeling stressed, yet she finds herself making more mistakes at work, unable to keep up with housework, and feeling tired and overwhelmed; she has begun to question her effectiveness as an employee, wife, daughter, and potential mother. Her pains seem to be increasing...
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