Syndromes and Disorders Glossary A Back to Top Aicardi Syndrome Rare congenital disorder which occurs only in females. Characteristic features include absence of the corpus callosum (the structure linking the two cerebral hemisphere of the brain), frequent seizures, and abnormalities of the eyes. Alport Syndrome Characterized by hereditary kidney disorders, deafness, and ocular anomalies (e.g., cataracts). Alstrom Syndrome Rare inherited disorder characterized by diabetes mellitus, obesity, and a progressive loss of vision and hearing which begins in early childhood. Anencephaly Birth defect in which all but the most primitive parts of the brain, skull, and spinal cord fail to form in the embryo. Apert Syndrome Rare genetic disorder which is apparent at birth. Atrophy Decrease in size or wasting away of tissue. Back to Top B Back to Top Bardet-Biedl Syndrome Inherited rare disorder. Batten Disease Progressive degenerative disease which is fatal. C Back to Top Cerebral Palsy Cockayne Syndrome Cogan Syndrome Congenital Rubella Syndrome
Singles/Never Married Persons - Social And Historical Context Of Singlehood - Gender, Stereotypes, Family, Definition, Women, and Marriage - JRank Articles Most cultures, past and present, have viewed adulthood as synonymous with being married and having children, and being single as a transitional stage that preceded these significant and expected adult roles. Different historical and cultural contexts have significantly affected the propensity, desire, and ability to marry, as well as opportunities and circumstances inside and outside of marriage. Yet historically, as now, a significant minority of the population remained single. How the never married have been viewed has also varied with time and place. During the 1970s, several social factors converged to create a new and more positive recognition of singlehood: more women in higher education, expanding career and job opportunities for women, and increased availability and acceptable of birth control. The never married in later life are subject to stereotypes that portray older adults in general, as well as those associated with individuals who have failed to marry (Rubinstein 1987).
Lazarus sign The Lazarus sign or Lazarus reflex is a reflex movement in brain-dead or brainstem failure patients, [ 1 ] which causes them to briefly raise their arms and drop them crossed on their chests (in a position similar to some Egyptian mummies ). [ 2 ] [ 3 ] The phenomenon is named after the Biblical character Lazarus of Bethany , [ 4 ] whom Jesus is described as having raised from the dead in the Gospel of John . [ edit ] How it happens Like the knee jerk reflex, the Lazarus sign is an example of a reflex mediated by a reflex arc – a neural pathway which passes via the spinal column but not through the brain. The reflex is often preceded by slight shivering motions of the patient's arms, or the appearance of goose bumps on the arms and torso. The arms then begin to flex at the elbows before lifting to be held above the sternum . They are often brought from here towards the neck or chin and touch or cross over. [ edit ] Occurrences [ edit ] See also Lazarus syndrome [ edit ] References
Human Rights Issues | Institute for Humane Education The content that follows was originally published on the Institute for Humane Education website at Although changes in the last hundred years (such as increased rights for women and minorities) have significantly advanced human rights across the globe, social justice is still a dream for hundreds of millions of people. For example, despite laws against it, slavery is actually on the rise, and genocide plagues several continents. Starvation and preventable disease – the result of corruption, lack of education, global climate change, diminished resources, human overpopulation, and more – claim millions of lives annually. Women and people who are minorities, homosexual, disabled, or facing poverty all over the globe still endure prejudices and obstacles that prevent them from leading free, safe, and healthy lives. Human rights are inextricably connected to environmental and cultural issues.
Photographer Martin Schoeller History and Theories of Spousal Abuse It has been estimated that one out of every six women in this country are victims of ongoing spousal abuse and that as many as one in three have experienced at least one physical assault during the course of their marriages (Straus, Gelles, & Steinmetz, 1980). These numbers may seem shockingly high at first, but they are really not too surprising when we stop and consider the fact that wife-beating is rooted in long-standing social traditions. It was both legal and respectable to beat one's wife until the late nineteenth century, and it has only been within the last two decades that battering has truly become viewed as unacceptable behavior. Throughout written history women have occupied a subordinate position to men. One theory of spousal abuse which takes its historical aspects into account is the social-learning approach. Category: Psychology - H
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Hey, Nice Nails! Water Marble Tutorial. Supplies: orange stick or toothpick, shot glass or cup (the smaller the circumference, the less polish you end up wasting), room temp. water, nail polish, tape (optional, but it helps with the clean up) I like to begin by prepping my nails with base coat and one coat of polish. Here I used China Glaze Innocence for a nice neutral base. Steps: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Most importantly, have fun! We would love to see pictures of all your water marbling attempts, so get dipping!