...Should School Start Later? As a child, have you ever been tired because you got up too early for school? Lately, school districts in America have been discussing school start times, specifically for middle and high schools. Most communities wonder, should the start of school be pushed later? Most schools in America start around the same time. Unfortunately, these schools also start before the recommended start time. While there may be inconveniences that come with pushing the time, there will be more benefits. Pushing school hours can enhance student grades and mental and physical health. School districts should move the start of school to a later time. According to NPR.org, pediatricians believe that starting school before 8:30 can affect...
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...Your Career Interest Profile: Based on what you told us, you are... Conventional Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and routines. These occupations can include working with data and details more than with ideas. Usually there is a clear line of authority to follow. Social Social occupations frequently involve working with, communicating with, and teaching people. These occupations often involve helping or providing service to others. Enterprising Enterprising occupations frequently involve starting up and carrying out projects. These occupations can involve leading people and making many decisions. Sometimes they require risk taking and often deal with business. Your Career Matches ... Office and Administrative Support Explore Jobs Eligibility Interviewers, Government Programs Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants Municipal Clerks Human Resources Assistants, Except Payroll and Timekeeping First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers Loan Interviewers and Clerks Freight Forwarders Proofreaders and Copy Markers Brokerage Clerks Legal Secretaries Credit Authorizers Billing, Cost, and Rate Clerks Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks Patient Representatives Statistical Assistants File Clerks Procurement Clerks Computer Operators Bioinformatics Technicians Explore Degree Options Associate of Arts with a concentration in Foundations of Business Bachelor of Science in Business...
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...Let Them Play! : Benefits of Sports Briana B. Western Governors University WGU Student ID #: ************ Let Them Play! Childhood sports have been proven to provide multiple developmental benefits to all children involved in such programs. The best way for kids to reap all the benefits of sports participation is to submerse them into a program which offers a positive environment with encouraging coaches who instruct with constructive criticism and work to “minimize negative experiences” (Seefeldt & Ewing, 1996, p.3). Research has shown that children who participate in frequent physical activity, such as sports, experience improved academics, have better mental health, and are less likely to take part in risky health behaviors than their less active counterparts. Dr. Daniels, author of “Interscholastic Sports and the Middle School Student”, finds six main points of interest pertaining to the benefits of and liabilities for children who get involved in sports. Out of the six, four are beneficial, and only two are considered to be liabilities. The four positive characteristics of sports are scholastic achievement, competency, fitness, and self-esteem. Whereas the two negative characteristics are sports injuries, stress and anxiety (as cited by Daniels, 1999, p.2). Although Dr. Daniels doesn’t talk about it in her dissertation, one more benefit of kids getting active is their likelihood to avoid the appearance of evil, in other words they are unlikely...
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...can happen by being raised or living in a bad neighborhood where drug abuse is prevalent. People with mental illness are also much more likely to develop an addiction than people with normal brain tendencies. To prevent and decrease prescription drug abuse across the country, there are several things that can be done. Students can be better educated of the dangers of drug abuse, in detail, at an early age, then in a more serious way as they grow up and reach the older grades. Doctors can also be better educated in their colleges and medical schools through new programs that can be required to obtain a degree. Finally, the rehabilitation centers of America can use a total reform in both the program, and the priced. Prescription drug abuse is a serious problem in the United States. The rate at which abuse is growing is now higher than it has ever been. The issue is getting so bad, that some states, including Tennessee, have now labeled it as an epidemic. There are several factors that can contribute to prescription drug addiction, such as the environment the abuser is subjected to, as well as their psychological status. Doctors and pharmacists also contribute to the problem, although most of the time, unknowingly. There are several ways to decrease prescription drug abuse rates. They include more education of the dangers and signs of abuse for doctors and middle and high school students, screening to determine how likely a patient is to develop an addiction if a certain drug is...
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...Abstract According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, physical education is defined as instruction in the development and care of the body ranging from simple callisthenic exercises to a course of study providing training in hygiene, gymnastics, and the performance and management of athletic games. In the preschool system, physical education not only provides these benefits but a host of other benefits as well. Three major benefits include (but are not limited to), their general development,their success academically and overall physical health early in life and in the future. After considering these factors, research through preschool physical professional, relevant articles and other scientific papers, it is concluded that physical education in the preschool system of the Bahamas is a critical part to ensuring the overall success of the students, personally, academically and physically. Without it, it would be hard or even near impossible for young Bahamian children to develop basic life skills for use later on. “Understanding the rationale for preschool physical education-within the context of the Bahamas” It is a known fact that physical education is a vital part of any individuals, growth and development. This vital part of the educational process teaches students the value of physical fitness. Through physical education students learn the significance of taking care of themselves through healthy life choices, like regular exercise, healthy diets...
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...under increased stress, such as starting a new career or going through a divorce (Hawkins, 2010). Most psychotherapy tends to focus on problem solving and is goal-oriented. That means on the onset of treatment, you and your therapist decide up on which specific changes you would like to make in your life. These goals will often be broken down into smaller attainable objectives and put into a formal treatment plan (Hawkins, 2010). The purpose of this study was to explore public attitudes toward psychotherapy treatment and how they perceive importance of psychotherapy treatment, mental health issues are of ever growing importance in modern society. While there are numerous studies on the attitude of the general public toward psychiatry in general, little research has been done concerning the specific field of psychotherapy (Hawkins, 2010). 2. Literature review 2.1 History of mental illness in the Middle East 2.1.1 Pre-Islamic era: Ancient Egyptians believed that diseases were mainly because of evil spirits or wrath of gods. Their philosophy of the afterlife came from the idea that they were part of continuous cycle. Therefore, they believed in the physical continuation of the life after death. From this belief, they gave much attention of the psychology and personality thereafter. (Mohit, 2001) In ancient Mesopotamia, diseases were blamed on spirits and ghosts. They linked each disease with a spirit or ghost. Therefore, medicine was part of magic. There were two...
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...increasing numbers of smokers among the youth population, particularly high school and middle school students (Youn et al., 2015; White et...
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...Mental Health of America Introduction: A) Catch Statement - According to a 2010 census, about 39% of homeless people have mental health issues and about 4% of all violent crimes are committed by those with mental illnesses. B) Description of info - Due to deficits in the mental health care industry, severely mentally ill people find themselves unable to improve their health and living situations. Promoting a better point of view towards mental health care would help reduce violent crimes and help people understand what it's about. C) Thesis - The government should allocate more tax dollars towards rebuilding the mental health care system. Body: I. How did mental illness evolve into our culture? A. History 1. People with mental illness in the middle ages 2. 1840's Dorothea Dix activist and psychiatric hospitals 3. Mental health in the mid-1960's 4. Mentally ill and violence II. How did mental health care start to decline? A. Deinstitutionalization 1. Feb. 5, 1963 JFK's new proposal to fund community mental health centers (CMHCs) 2. CMHCs were not interested in helping those with more severe problems 3. President Ronald Regan ended program 1981 B. Outcasting people with mental illness 1. Judgment of mentally ill living in the streets 2...
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...following zip codes 60622, 60624, 60647, and 60651 in this last the facility is located. Likewise, Rincon Family Services has other facilities to spread its services to the youth, for instance, RFS works with students from High Schools to prevent DUIs and also they could receive mental health services from a Psychiatrist. Moreover, the older population can benefit from the home care support to integrate them into the community through the homeworkers that are a nexus between the institution and the population served. Rincon Family Services since its foundation in 1972 has provided services to the Hispanic population mainly and progressively...
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...Save You Health Fair Eric Hamilton Axia College University of Phoenix HCA – 250 The Psychology of Health Instructor Robbie Johnson February 28, 2010 What You Know Can Save You Health Fair The objective of this wellness program is to develop and implement a health fair and educational seminar for the warehouse, delivery, and administrative staff at the Kraft Birmingham and Montgomery sales facilities in Alabama. All employees are between the ages of 25 to 55, with an educational range of high school through college. The combination of the greater Birmingham and Montgomery metro area and the type of work performed would place this group in the middle to upper middle-class category, with a mixture of blue and white-collar individuals. This health fair and wellness educational seminar will help in these areas of daily life, increase awareness, understanding of critical health behaviors within the workplace, homes, and communities. The “What You Know Health Fair” will tap on areas of health-related challenges including • Obesity and Diabetes • Heart Disease • Substance use and abuse • Physical, mental, and social well-being Realizing the importance of a healthy lifestyle and consciously making the decision to adopt one is a necessary first step toward improved health and well-being. Dedicating resources to empower employees to take an active role within their health and to modify...
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...Currently, Quazonte is enrolled in Churchland Middle School full-time, as an 8th grader. In the last three months, Quazonte has attended school regularly, but there have been interventions by school administration. His recent school behavior has resulted in two out-of-school suspensions, one for fighting and one for being involved in the current matter before the court. Quazonte's performance at school is concerning- he is failing English 8 and Math 8. He is passing all his other classes. The school reports from Churchland Middle School are attached. No cumulative grade level reports were received from Churchland Middle School, but Quazonte’s past academic performance has been reported as “good” by Quazonte and Ms. Edwards. Quazonte's general attitude toward education is positive; he believes there is a definite benefit to his education and believes the school environment is encouraging and supportive. Quazonte has received two out-of-school suspensions. There are many positives in the school situation; Quazonte is involved in one school activity, track and field. Quazonte feels close to one school staff member, his math teacher, Ms. Coston. Quazonte has no special education status. Ms. Edwards feels education to be crucial to success and she places a high value on education. Quazonte has peers who...
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...Sleep Later More than 80% of schools start prior to 8:30 A.M., which robs teens of vital sleep (“Should School Start Later”). Medical research found that teenagers have biologically different sleep and wake patterns. It will improve attendance and enrollment rates, reduce sleeping in class, and less student-reported depression (“Sage Journals”). One of the most common side effects of lack of sleep is hallucinations (“Independent”). I believe schools should start later because it gives students a chance to catch up on missed sleep they used staying up all night finishing homework. Studies show that starting school later, even by a half an hour, has major health and academic benefits. A too-early start to the school day can deprive kids of much-needed sleep. Studies also show that well-rested teens get better grades, have higher standardized test scores, and miss fewer days of school. They also have fewer health problems, such as: depression, mood changes, and being...
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... OAKLAND OAKLAND Consolidated Community Benefit Plan 2012 Kaiser Foundation Hospital – Oakland Northern California Region KAISER FOUNDATION HOSPITAL (KFH)-OAKLAND 280 West MacArthur Boulevard Oakland, CA 94611 (510) 752-1105 The KFH-Oakland service area includes Alameda, Albany, Berkeley, Emeryville, Oakland, and Piedmont. COMMUNITY SNAPSHOT (*county-level data) Total population: Median age:* Average household income:* Percentage living in poverty: Percentage unemployed: Percentage uninsured: 633,114 36.1 $70,217 16.92% 8.92% 14.67% White: Latino: African American: Asian and Pacific Islander: Native American: Other: 32.41% 21.76% 21.12% 19.84% 0.33% 4.55% KEY STATISTICS Year opened: KFH full-time equivalent personnel: KFHP members in KFH service area: 1942 1,884.0 188,929 Total licensed beds: Inpatient days: Emergency room visits: 341 74,218 50,725 KEY LEADERSHIP AT KFH-OAKLAND Nathaniel L. Oubré, Jr. Belia Marshall, RN, MPA Dennis Morris John Loftus, MD Shirley Steinback Julie Hadnot Glenda Monterroza Senior Vice President and Area Manager Chief Operating Officer Area Finance Director Physician in Chief Medical Group Administrator Public Affairs Director Interim Community Benefit/Community Health Manager 227 Consolidated Community Benefit Plan 2012 Kaiser Foundation Hospital – Oakland Northern California Region THE 2010 COMMUNITY HEALTH NEEDS ASSESSMENT SUMMARY AND FINDINGS 2010 COMMUNITY HEALTH NEEDS ASSESSMENT (CHNA) SUMMARY The 2010 CHNA...
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...from sleep deprivation, and 15% of students in high school fall asleep at some point during the school day. The natural tendency for almost all teenagers is to stay up late, and wake up later in the morning, and obviously it can be hard to do that when you have to wake up at 5:30am to get ready for school. The CMS district should have schools start later, so that we can lower the sleep deprivation rates of students. It will make them more productive, and more safe outside of school. Imagine your kid driving to school while half asleep. Students will go to sleep late no matter what time they have to wake...
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