...Defining Abnormality Lizbeth Escobar, Tandy Noonan, Charlie Fritz, Holly Keeling, and Velinda Chandler PSY/410 March 18, 2012 Melda Jones Defining Abnormality Psychologist, for years have given their theory on normal and abnormal behavior, but all the studies they have done seems to give more evidence to prove what make each individual do what they do and why. In the normal and abnormal behavior we use all research and take all of its studies into consideration and apply it to why such behaviors have occurred. Reading this paper you can see that there are many experiments that challenge the theory of behavior no matter if it’s normal or abnormal. We will clarify some of the challeges as we define and classify both normal and abnormal behavior when we look at the challenges in Culture, gender and sexual preferences/practices and religion. Cultural normal and abnormal behaviors Culture is a challenge to abnormal behavior because these behaviors establish through socio-cultural traditions. The sociocultural perspective explains that abnormal behaviors are a result of family influences and social forces. Similar to the behavioral perspective, socio-cultural theorists believe mental disorders are learned behaviors. They tend to focus on social class, gender, and ethnicity in the explanation of mental disorders. An understanding of one’s sociocultural forces is also taken into consideration concerning...
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... HUMA 1110 A Thursday March 17, 2016 Colangelo 2 It is accurate to suggest that gender inequality is an ever present problem in today's society. But in taking a deeper look at the substantial issue, is one of its main sources of instigation from religion? There is imbalance in the way in which men and women are treated and respected in the Bible. And despite the blatancy of this concern, studies conducted on the disparity in religion, culture, and gender are still relatively new. In Mallory Nye's Religion: The Basics, Darlene Juschka comments, "it is evident that some fields of study are less receptive to feminist perspectives...The study of religion has been one of those disciplines." There is a lack of recognition and awareness for the issue, mostly due to androcentrism. Although this will be discussed in further detail later on, it is important to understand this concept as a point of reference. Androcentrism denotes that the male perspective is held at the central point of one's world view and therefore holds great weight for why the female perspective has not been properly acknowledged. But the Bible is not the only source of gender prejudice. Greek mythology encompasses similar distinctions in sexual orientation and their respective male and...
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...Religious studies are a broad, multidisciplinary academic discipline to study the beliefs, and behaviors pertaining to different world religions. According to the author, unlike other major academic disciplines, the study of religion is not based on any unique methodology but is derived from several other fields of academia. This field of study is so broad that any attempt to develop a unique methodology would limit the scope of understanding and further research into the subject. Hence, religious studies derive inputs from several other fields of study and provide its scholars with a plethora of these derived methodologies. The absence of any unique methodology is dealt by incorporating several other academic fields and developing different approaches for interpretation and research. Scholars, who look at religion from the perspective of society, use one such approach. They look at both sides of the coin and study how society shapes religion and how religion has been shaped by the various societal factors. They also try to analyze the changing symbiosis of religion and society by adopting either a quantitative approach of statistical surveys or a qualitative approach. Another such methodology involves anthropological study of religion. The rituals, practices and behaviors of tribal groups provide a deep insight into the oldest form of religious habits, which have been carried for ages. This approach studies the traditions that have been carried by all these traditions from...
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...chapters, Barret (Exploring Religion’s Basement) and Emmons & Schnitker (Gods and Goals) seem to take quite different approaches to whether there is unique content to religion. Barret argues that, at the core, religion is based on normal mechanisms of cognition applied to the religious domain. Emmons & Schnitker argue that sanctification is a psychological process unique to religion. Whose approach do you find more compelling and why, or in what situation? The work of Justin Barrett in In Religion’s Basement, in which he compares a religion with an architectural artifact, such as a cathedral, attempts to explain the significance of psycho- cultural context. Barrett argues that just as a cathedral has plumbing, basements, and architectural constraints, so does a religion: besides the rituals and other ornamentation that is usually of interest to psychologists, there is a supporting substructure of beliefs and needs, which can be informed by the Cognitive Science of Religion. In his own words, his assumption is that “ordinary human pan-cultural psychological dynamics (cognition) inform and constrain cultural expressions, including those we might deem religious.” Barrett’s survey of CSR sees religion as an organic concept, grown from ordinary psychology and not from particular situations or needs; it is an imprecise concept, with a “folk” rather than a precise definition, and may include contradictions, as people are capable of “skating ...
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...religion in as succinct a manner as possible. To be all things to all religions, the book is very vague and difficult to understand. Bataille created a chart or table to explain what he was doing and to give body to the work. ALAS! The chart is not in the book, lost to time. Thus, as it exists, Bataille’s book is a glimpse into the inner workings of a genius mind. It is a colorful attempt to understand “religion,” whatever that is. Further, it is an off-the beaten path romp through the daisies of the study of religion, sweet flowers that often remain unromped. Theory of Religion brings to philosophy what Bataille’s earlier book, The Accursed Share, brought to anthropology and history; namely, an analysis based on notions of excess and expenditure. Bataille brilliantly defines religion as so many different attempts to respond to the universe’s relentless generosity. Framed within his original theory of generalized economics and based on his masterly reading of archaic religious activity, Theory of Religion constitutes, along with The Accursed Share, the most important articulation of Bataille’s work. Theory of...
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...REQUIREMENTS MAJOR REQUIREMENTS Core First-Year Signature Course (UGS 302 or 303) FR 320E Advanced French I Core English Composition (RHE 306) FR 322E Advanced French II Core Humanities (E 316L, M, N, or P) FR 326K Intro French Literature I: Middle Ages to 18th Century Foreign Language (FR 601C and 611C or the equivalent) FR 326L Intro French Literature II: French Revolution to Present 3 hours chosen from: FR 340C The Arts in France FR 340P The Making and Identity of France FR 340T France and Francophone World Today Core American and Texas Government (GOV 310L) Core American and Texas Government (GOV 312L or P) French numbered 350 or higher Core US History French numbered 350 or higher Core US or Texas History Additional French (upper-division) Core Social and Behavioral Sciences Additional Social Science » Core, Liberal Arts, and Flag requirements may be fulfilled by courses used for the French major; see advisor for details. » Core Mathematics • The prerequisite for FR 320E is FR 317C, FR 312L, or FR 612. Core Natural Science and Technology, Part I (single field) • 24 hours total required, including 24 hours upper-division and 18 hours in residence. Core Natural Science and Technology, Part I (single field) MINOR REQUIREMENTS Core Natural Science and Technology, Part II (different field) 12 hours in any one other field of study. Must include 6 hours upper-division and 6 hours in residence. or ...
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...often willing to obey authority figures even when doing so violated their personal beliefs.” (Zimbardo 302).The exigence of this article is the power within social groups. “They showed, for example, that groups of strangers could persuade people to believe statements that were obviously false” (Zimbardo 302). The target audience is people of power, politicians, psychologist, and college students. The context is “The Yale studies by Stanley Milgram in 1963” (Zimbardo 302). Zimbardo thesis was, “The critical message then is to be sensitive about our vulnerability to subtle but powerful situational forces and, by such awareness, be more able to overcome those forces. Group pressures, authority symbols, dehumanization of others, imposed anonymity, dominant ideologies that enable spurious ends justify immortal means, lack of surveillance, and other situational forces can work to transform even some of the best of us into Mr. Hyde monster”(Zimbardo 307). One of my supporting is “In one experiment from 1969, female students who were made to feel anonymous and given permission for aggression became significantly more hostile than students with their identities intact. Those and a host of other social-psychological studies were showing that human nature was more pliable than previously imagined and more responsive to situational pressures than we cared to acknowledge. In sum, these studies challenged the sacrosanct view that inner determinants of...
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...ANALYSIS PAPER DRAFT 1 Annotated Outline Part 1 – Analysis of Work Environment A. Identify a potential or current work environment My professional role is the director of a faith base substance abuse residential recovery organization in Kansas City, Missouri for homeless women, committed to overcoming their addiction and becoming responsible, productive drug and alcohol free members of the community. Author’s Tsai, Rosenheck, Kasprow & Mcquire (2012) study differentiated between programs that were once religious but are now secular from programs that have always been secular and programs that currently have a religious orientation. As a director for a non-profit organization and private business owner, this organization is to be considered a “service provider” facility, working directly to house, heal, feed, clothe, and educate females experiencing homelessness. Supervise a staff of 10, including an assistant director. B. Describe the population The organization would provide services to 30 single females in a Bible-based residential recovery program. Funded by Federal, State, City and private funders. The funding will be used for staff salary, food, utilities, up keep of the building, etc. Females would range from 25-45 years of age. C. Identify the appropriate code of professional ethics Ethical Standards of Human Service Professionals (2015), Retrieved from http://www.nationalhumanservices.org/ethical-standards-for-hs-professionals ...
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...Merrie Hill Final research paper Same sex marriage has been a hot topic in the news lately, as well as in the political arena. Marriage between a man and a man or a woman and a woman are felt by many to be morally wrong, but is it really? Or do these people fear the unknown and are using morality as the excuse for their negligence of the unknown? The utilitarian follow the utilitarian moral guide lines in their beliefs utilitarian’s would not be against same sex marriages. However if the Ethical egoist follows their moral guide lines then it is believed that they would be against same sex marriages. In this paper I am going to try to show you what has brought me to these beliefs and how I believe ones morals may differ in the pursuit of society’s happiness. Utilitarianism is about obtaining the greatest good for the greatest number of people. With that said utilitarian’s would not be against two people in love, joining together in the sanctity of marriage. According to Webster’s dictionary utilitarianism is defined as: “a theory that the aim of action should be the largest possible balance of pleasure over pain, or the greatest happiness of the greatest number.” Our ethic’s book Ethics Theory and Practice tenth edition (Thiroux and Krasemann 2009 page 317), “the basic argument against the morality of homosexuality is that it is unnatural and perverse; that is, it...
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...and Title VII Case Study HRMN 400 Introduction Employers have the right to enforce dress code policies in the workplace. They establish these dress codes to convey a certain image to their customers, to portray a professional image, to convey a neutral public image with respect to religion, or to enforce safety standards (Marcum & Perry, 2010). However, they cannot discriminate against their employees. Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 makes it illegal for employers to discriminate against individuals based on race, sex, color, religion, ethnicity, and national origin (Dress, 2011). The employer must make reasonable accommodations for their employees’ religious beliefs, unless it causes undue hardship on them. A FedEx delivery employee, Christopher Polk, became a Rastafarian and grew dreadlocks to symbolize his new religion. This violated the company’s dress code policy. After several internal discussions with Polk, FedEx gave him two options. He needed to either cut his hair or be assigned to a different job, which had no direct customer contact and paid less. Polk refused both options and was terminated. He sued FedEx under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, on the basis of religious discrimination (Bernardin, 2010). Position There are three criteria, which must be met before an employee can initiate a religious challenge against their employer. First, the employee must establish a sincere religious belief, which conflicts...
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...Academic Fundamentals, Science, Cultural Awareness, and Connections. While some courses are required, others are left to personal preference. You will be blessed as you enter these inspired classes with an open mind and willing heart. I invite you to carefully review the Foundations courses available and determine which classes will benefit you most. I wish you success in this and every other endeavor here at BYU-Idaho. Best regards, Kim B. Clark President, Brigham Young University-Idaho 47 Foundations Brigham Young University–Idaho 2013-2014 Foundations Requirements for Eternal Truths, FDREL 325 Doctrine and Covenants (2:2:0) Academic Fundamentals, Science, Cultural Awareness and Connections: Fulfills Foundations requirement. A study of the history, content and teachings of sections 77 through Declaration 2. (Fall, Winter, Spring) Eternal Truths: There are 14 credits required in the...
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...Although we live in a world comprised of mental disorders that affect a multitude of people, races, and sexes, data have been obtained that depicts a lower treatment rate for the African American population, than for the European population. According to the General Social Survey (GSS), the African American population is more likely to reject the idea that mental disorders are caused by genetics and any form of treatment outside the realm of religion and positive thinking. Some African Americans believe that negative behavior causes and influences mental disorders, and that the only way to treat these disorders is through religious guidance and/or positive behavior. However, studies illustrate that antidepressants usually help 70% of the people that utilize them. With that in mind, the question of whether medical treatment is effective or not is considered. Studies positively suggest that the utilization of the different forms of treatment...
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...the Requirements for Christian Church History CHHI 302 By Tracy Barber November 8, 2012 INTRODUCTION In this paper I will focus on the reasons why European Christianity (both Protestant and Catholic) has declined. In order to do this we will study a couple of factors. First, the major factors that aided in shift of the decline. What effect did the “Thirty Year War’ have on the overall decline of European Christianity. What effect did “The Thirty Year War” have concerning religious commitment and civil and political concerning life? Then I will focus on other factors that brought Europeans Christianity to the point that it came to in the past, and look at other factors as well. Finally, I will paint a clear picture as to the effect of all the concerns that I have taken place (years of war), and look to see the positive and the negative effect all the different changes has brought. Wars of Religion These wars set the stage regarding the progress and the decline regarding Christianity, one would think that this form of action (War) would somehow aid in the advancement of Christianity (this not the case). Then religious values were regarded as of primary concern. The great thinkers on political and economic subjects usually based their ideas on religious principles. The major wars were Wars of Religion.[1] As we read from the above statement, the religious values are a major concern, even to the point that war would...
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...Lauren Stephenson Professor Iller Honors CORE 302: Science and Christianity 23 January 2015 The Great Stem Cell Debate Stem cells have promised to be the new breakthrough in medicine; promising cures for diseases such as diabetes, macular degeneration, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and spinal cord injuries. With all the potential stem cells have, why are we not using them to alleviate suffering for people? There is actually a lot of pushback on the use of certain types of stem cells. Between ethical and religious concerns, not much progress can be made to further our knowledge of this extraordinary cell. Everyone has differing opinions about stem cells and how they are used, but many do not know all the facts. Stem cells have the ability to cure diseases that we never thought to be possible, but we can only get to that point by continuing our research. Stem cells are defined as “unspecialized cells that have the potential to develop into many different cell types in the body” (Class Note). They are the cells that specialize into bone, blood, and muscle cells. They can replace damaged or old cells when injected and heal the compromised spot. If we can find a way to regenerate damaged tissues or organs, many fatal illnesses and injuries could be treated, or even cured. They have attracted the attention of the scientific and medical community because of their amazing ability to differentiate into specific cell types. Stem cells have the best possible hope for the future in regenerative...
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...HST 302 Journal: Cohen, Making a New Deal 2/29/16 Laura Mills Lizabeth Cohen argues that the difference in workers lives between the 1920’s and 1930’s can be attributed to outside factors and can be attributed to their own desire to implement change. Cohen uses the backdrop of Chicago as her study group and focuses on the steel mills, agricultural and meatpacking industries, as well as a few other localized industries. She chose Chicago because she feels that it represents other industrialized cities and was the cross roads of transportation and communications. The first third of the book covers explanations of the various ethnic groups and their respective neighborhoods and jobs during post WWI. It explains how these things contributed to the failure of worker unification during this time period. The issues that contributed to the weakness of unification were; geographic fragmentation, repression by employers and government, weak national union structures, recurrent economic recessions and increased automation which allowed for unskilled labor replacement. Geographic fragmentation plays a large part in her explanation of the failure of labor unions in post WWI Chicago. By geographic fragmentation she means neighborhoods that were based on ethnicity. Workers during this period would live within neighborhoods that were comprised of their ethnic background, they would socialize and speak their native languages and practice native cultures, shopping and religious worship...
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