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Parenting & Pregnancy > Teen Challenges Teen body image and the media: 1 of 55
Pick up a magazine or turn on the television and it will not be long before you get the message that thin is back in. After a brief time period of healthy bodies, we are on the verge of a new "thinsation." With so much media attention focusing on celebrities and thinness, it is hard for people not to feel self conscious and e... More..
Education > Education (Other) Should public school children wear uniforms?: 3 of 100
Public school children should most definitely be mandated to wear uniforms to school, as it would alleviate several problems for both teachers and students.For many schools, the biggest section of the Code of Conduct is the section titled Dress Code. School dress codes typically have a "No Go" section that includes: flip flop... More..
Education > College Life Packing for college: Avoid procrastination and be prepared: 1 of 21
So you made it you graduated from high school and are about to embark on quite possibly your most memorable summer vacation. My advice to you: enjoy it! But, always keep college in the back of your mind because even though you are not quite there yet, you still have a lot to do. Packing for college is a very tedious task... More..
Food & Drink > Dining Etiquette Should cell phones be banned in restaurants?: 17 of 207
The whole point in having a cell phone is so you can be reached (or reach others) at any time, whether you want to or not. If you have children, wouldn't you want them to be able to reach you in case of an emergency? For that matter, you would probably want anyone with your cell phone number (family, friends, etc.) to be able... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Political Issues Commentary: From free speech to tasers: 2 of 23
A 21-year-old University of Florida student, Andrew Meyer, was placed under arrest and tasered at the University-hosted John Kerry Forum. View the video on YouTube (see link below) to understand this atrocious event.First and foremost, what was he actually arrested for? Meyer was defying the societal norms; but last time I ch... More..
Health & Fitness > Eating Disorders Thoughts on eating disorders among girls: 1 of 7
Eating disorders are a growing problem in adolescents worldwide. While all people are at risk for developing eating disorders, such disorders are most prevalent in those under the age of twenty. While both males and females are affected, females are at a much greater risk for developing an eating disorder.Figuring out why you... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Valentine's Day Valentine's Day: Commercial hype or romantic opportunity?: 5 of 22
Valentine's Day is probably one of the most over-emphasized holidays when it comes to Hallmark, the media, and even those around us, but it is also one of the most romantic holidays too. Most people at one point in their life have muttered "I hate Valentine's Day," either because a significant other does not choose to celebra... More..
Education > Education (Other) Should school counselors uphold patient privacy or report students who might become unstable?: 8 of 33
When an adult speaks to a physician of any kind, they have confidence that what they say will be held confidential. Children and young adults, however, do not have this same mindset. Part of the reason why it can be difficult to get children to open up is because they are afraid of getting in trouble if their parents find out... More..
Education > School Bullying & Violence Bullying in schools: 27 of 86
There are several problems that arise in schools these days and bullying is the number one problem children are facing. Bullying has been an ongoing problem for several years, but only recently has it become an increasingly horrific dilemma. As a direct result of their bottled up emotions from being bullied, more children are... More..
Education > College Life Choosing dorm room bedding: 3 of 9
Aside from going to class, studying, and getting good grades, sleep is one of the most important aspects of college. If you don't get a good night of sleep, you are not going to be able to focus in class; if you oversleep, you are going to miss class. Either way, in the end, this will affect your grade. That being said, it is... More..