Margaret Atwood/ Imagery of Smells in 'Surfacing'
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A 5 page analysis of Margaret Atwood's novel Surfacing, a psychologically oriented novel that describes how the unnamed narrator seeks unity and reanimation of the parts of her psyche that she suppressed in order to survive. This is a complex novel, which is permeated with multiple layers of meaning, but it is basically the story of a fragmented woman becoming whole again. In relating this journey, the writer argues that Atwood relies heavily on imagery that focuses on the narrator's heightened senses, and—particularly—on her sense of smell. No additional sources cited.
Filename: 99atwood.rtf

Computer Intelligence vs. Human Intelligence
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A 3 page essay in which the writer analyzes a specific journal article which explains the disparities that exist between human and computer 'intelligence.' It is posited that although they may be able to execute certain functions with much greater speed, computer intelligence still can not match or replicate true human intelligence. No Bibliography.
Filename: Intelcom.wps

Alzheimer's Disease and Memory Loss
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A good 6 page overview of the various forms of memory loss including dementia, Alzheimer's, and so forth. Alzheimer's is specifically compared to Vascular Dementia and a thorough discussion of symptoms, treatment, research, etc; is provided. Bibliography lists 12 comprehensive sources.
Filename: Memorylo.wps

Amnesia / Types & Causes
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A 12 page paper describing the different types of amnesia and brain conditions that cause the condition. A section describing the how the brain and memory work. Separate sections illustrating different causes are included. These sections consist of Alzheimer's, alcoholism, brain injuries, and traumatic experiences. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
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The Abortion Drama
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A 5 page paper examining the question, what keeps this ‘drama of abortion' on so many personal internal screens? Could it our human nature to need drama to define part of ourselves? Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: BBabord.rtf

Theories Regarding White Supremacy
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An 8 page research paper that examines the two theories that have been proposed by white supremacist that rationalize a basis for belief in the superiority of the white race. The writer argues that these theories present a scenario for white populations that reassures them by proposing a version of reality that presents an all-white power structure for society as being what is best for society. The rebuttals for these theories are then presented. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: 90white.rtf

Human Motivation
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A 5 page research paper which focuses on Alfie Kohn's book Punished by Rewards. The writer analyzes Kohn's stance regarding the fallacies in behaviorist psychology as it applies to both education and the workplace, concluding that while Kohn is right in many instances, not all aspects of his philosophy are applicable to the work environment. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: 90motivn.rtf

Carl Rogers/Client-Centered Therapy
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A 7 page research paper that addresses the work of American clinical psychologist, Carl Rogers, who originated client-centered therapy, which is based on the belief that individuals‹rather then environment or subconscious drives‹can control their choices and values and fulfill their own unique potential. Rogers' theory stresses that it is the individual's own comprehension of his or her own experiences that is important, rather then the therapist's professional interpretation of these experiences. The writer discusses Rogers' approach to therapy, influences on the development of his theory, and Rogers' basic philosophy toward personality development. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: 90rogers.rtf

B.F. Skinner/ Science of Human Behavior
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A 5 page analysis of the principles of behavioral psychology as discussed by B.F. Skinner, a pioneer in this field. The writer gives a summation of Skinner's theories relative to the dynamics of operant conditioning and operant behavior. No additional sources cited.
Filename: 90sknner.rtf