Case Summary: Colorectal Cancer 1) Overview a. Duke’s tumor stage correlates prognosis (Late stage worse prognosis) b. Often leads to hepatic metastasis 2) Adenoma-Carcinoma sequence a. Majority of colon cancer arise from polyps (adenomas) b. Accumulation of genetic mutations / events resulting in uncontrolled growth (dysplasia) c. Over time results in carcinoma 1. APC mutation on chromosome 5 (Early adenoma) 2. K-ras mutation on chromosome 12 3. TGF β, SMAD4 mutation (Late adenoma)
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Abstract Domestic violence is a common problem that may affect more than a quarter of women. It is a complex area in which to undertake research. Studies often focus on selected populations and exhibit a diversity of design, making comparison difficult. This review focuses on physical violence by men against women partners or ex-partners, and exemplifies important issues for general practitioners. Domestic violence frequently goes undetected. This may be the result of doctor's fears of exploring
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effects of abuse and neglect on that development. The information is designed to help professionals understand the emotional, mental, and behavioral impact of early abuse and neglect in children who come to the attention of the child welfare system. • Effects of Maltreatment on Brain Development • Implications for Practice and Policy • Summary U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Children and Families Administration on Children, Youth and Families Children’s Bureau
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Francisco State University This follow-up study of 131 children, who were 3–18 years old when their parents divorced in the early 1970s, marks the culmination of 25 years of research. The use of extensive clinical interviews allowed for exploration in great depth of their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors as they negotiated childhood, adolescence, young adulthood, and adulthood. At the 25-year follow-up, a comparison group of their peers from the same community was added. Described in rich clinical
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Cognitive Neuroscience, University College London, London, UK Adolescence is usually defined as the period of psychological and social transition between childhood and adulthood. The beginning of adolescence, around the onset of puberty, is characterized by large hormonal and physical changes. The transition from childhood to adulthood is also characterized by psychological changes in terms of identity, self-consciousness, and cognitive flexibility. In the past decade, it has been demonstrated that
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Youth Violence Introduction (Attention Step): * Youth violence refers to harmful behaviors that can start early and continue into young adulthood. * The youngster can be a victim, an offender or a witness to the violence * Youth violence has always been a problem in United States * It is increasing dramatically since 1980’s and 1990’s * Youth violence mostly happened to teenagers between 10 to 24 years old * Youth violence includes various behaviors such as bullying, slapping
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Cognitive Development in Early Childhood Early childhood is not only a period of amazing physical growth, it is also a time of remarkable mental development. Cognitive abilities associated with memory, reasoning, problem-solving and thinking continue to emerge throughout childhood. When it comes to childhood cognitive development, it would be impossible to avoid mentioning the work of psychologist Jean Piaget. After receiving his doctoral degree at age 22, Jean Piaget began a career that would
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Phase * Briefly describe the main features of this phase of development. Embryonic Phase * Briefly describe the main features of this phase of development. Fetal Phase * Briefly describe the main features of this phase of development. Summary * Now that you have viewed the entire sequence of prenatal development, what do you think are the most important themes of development during these 38 weeks? COGNITIVE DEVELOPMENT - Piaget's Theory of Intelligence
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what drives a person's development. Freud's psychosexual theory emphasizes the importance of basic needs and biological forces, while Erikson's psychosocial theory is based upon social and environmental factors. Erikson also expands his theory into adulthood, while Freud's theory ends at an earlier period. Psychosexual vs. Psychosocial Stages Now, let's briefly look at Freud's
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might analyze the character flaw of the tragic hero by tracing how it is revealed through the acts of the play. Analyzing a short story might include identifying a particular theme (like the difficulty of making the transition from adolescence to adulthood) and showing how the writer suggests that theme through the point of view from which the story is told; or you might also explain how the main character‟s attitude toward women is revealed through his dialogue and/or actions. REMEMBER: Writing
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