Theories that explain criminal behavior Crime has existed since time immemorial. And in the inquest to understand and explain why people commit crimes, three theoretical frameworks have been developed. They include sociological theories, biological theories, and psychological theories. These theories seek to explain what drives offenders to commit crimes, factors that might influence their behaviors, […]
Gender, Race and Ethnicity Issues in Sport Management Historically, sports have been the most popular form of leisure and entertainment for many Americans. Some countries take great pride in identifying with various sports such as football. Events like EURO 2012 and FIFA 2014 World Cup are some of the most-watched programs attracting millions of viewers […]
Depression and Anxiety in relation to Sports Psychology Like any other individual, athletes are not immune to mental illnesses. In fact, depression and anxiety may even occur at an elevated rate in athletes than the general population. Statistics show that 40 to 60 percent of young adults participating in sports experience high levels of anxiety. […]
Compare and contrast the ways in which Japan and China responded to western imperialism between 1890 and the start of World War II After a long period of isolationism, many non-western countries, including Japan and China, had been left behind technologically and in military expertise. The famous industrial revolution in Europe and the United States […]
Abuse in nursing homes in the United States Elderly abuse in nursing homes is a growing concern affecting thousands of senior citizens in the United States. When we take our loved ones to a nursing home, we expect them to receive the utmost care and be treated with respect, kindness, and dignity. Unfortunately, as the […]
The role of EHRs in measuring the quality of health Over the years, technology and expertise in the medical field has increased significantly. There are more investigative and treatment options available. As a result, most chronic conditions are manageable, and people are living longer. However, the increasing complexity of medical conditions demands a reliable source […]
How did the jazz age influence the Harlem Renaissance? The Harlem Renaissance was a movement between the 1920s to 1930s that saw the blossoming of the African-American culture, particularly in creative arts and writing. While there were African-American writers even before this period, there was very little focus on black voices. This movement was one […]
Behavioral intervention for ADHD is sufficient; medication is unnecessary Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a common psychological disorder affecting children as young as four and young adults all over the world. CDC has revealed that 3-75% of school-aged children in the United States have some form of ADHD. When a child is initially diagnosed with ADHD, […]
Jewish Life in Western Europe Before the Holocaust Throughout history, the Jews have always been a minority group in Europe. Yet, before world war II, there were more than nine million Jews throughout Europe, thriving in numerous communities and cultures. Most Jews, however, dominated the Eastern region of Europe in an area known as Pale […]
The Role of Greek Philosophy in the Great Apostacy The great apostasy was a concept associated with the Christian religion used to describe the falling away from the original Christian ways and teachings. When the Christian teachings were first communicated by Jesus Christ and the prophets, they were plain, pure, and straightforward to understand. Some […]
