7.2 discussion Pt 1

When discussing the decriminalization of drugs in Portugal,Chasing the Scream states, “Nothing has to stay the same. If a dogma is not working, no matter how strong and immovable it seems, you can cast it aside and start anew” (Hari, 2015, p. 235). Discuss your thoughts on this statement as it relates to ending the … Read more

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  Interest in reproductive technologies have given rise to significant bioethical issues.  Research one of the following topics, then write a 2 paragraph, 200 word summary in your own words:  Human cloning CRISPR technology Embryo cryopreservation  In vitro fertilization Artificial gametes (in vitro generated gametes) Preimplantation genetic diagnosis Artificial uterus Germinal choice technology Designer baby Procreative beneficence Sex … Read more

week 2 discussion forum

  Complete your required discussion prompt. Cystic fibrosis is genetic disease caused by mutations in the CFTR gene. The consequence of this is production of an abnormal transmembrane protein that is responsible for producing sweat, mucus, and digestive fluids. Explain in depth the correlation between the defective gene and the abnormal protein that is produced. … Read more

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  An Air Force introductory course in electronics uses a personalized system of instruction whereby each student views a videotaped lecture and then is given a programmed instruction text. The students work independently with the text until they have completed the training and passed a test. Of concern is the varying pace at which the … Read more

Reflecting on childhood

350 words Book: Applied Human Behavior in the Social Environment Chapter 11, “Major Life Phases Influencing Human Behavior: Childhood.”  This chapter explains how the development in childhood is influenced mostly by the initial attachment of the child to the parent or caregiver, and then in an ongoing way through the parenting interactions with the child. While … Read more

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 Meticulous Drill & Reamer (MD&R) specializes in drilling and boring precise holes in hard metals (e.g., steel alloys, tungsten carbide, and titanium). The company recently contracted to drill holes with 3-centimeter diameters in large carbon-steel alloy disks, and it will have to purchase a special drill to complete this job. MD&R has eliminated all but … Read more

6.2 discussion Pt 2

In Chasing the Scream physician John Marks is quoted as saying that many “of the harms of drugs are to do with the laws around them, not the drugs themselves.” (Hari, 2015, p. 210) The thought process surrounding the idea that drugs are not the problem but the laws surrounding drugs is very complicated for … Read more