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I am a freelance writer, proofreader and copyeditor. I have a diploma in copyediting and proofreading and a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology.

I have been working as a freelance writer for three years and have articles published in print media as well

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Society & Lifestyle > Social Values & Norms The case for allowing euthanasia and assisted suicide: 1 of 37
The Legalisation of Active Voluntary EuthanasiaActive voluntary euthanasia is necessary to allow people with certain irreversible and painful terminal medical conditions to decide for themselves whether their own life is worth persevering with. Active voluntary euthanasia should be legalised albeit with strict criteria and pr... More..
Travel > Travel Diaries & Adventures (Other) Travel experiences: Adventures into the unknown: 5 of 51
Three days on the Zambezi River When reading the articles promoting this idea, the romantic mind conjures up images of sundowners on the banks, and idyllic days spent gliding gently down a wide, beautiful river without a care in the world. Well, while the dream cannot be disputed, the reality is quite often a little differe... More..
Health & Fitness > Eating Disorders What is an eating disorder?: 1 of 9
Eating disorders are becoming more prevalent in today's society, especially in Western culture, where trying to look like the airbrushed model in a glossy magazine is something many young people aspire to. Eating disorders are caused by more than just trying to look good, however, and there are three disorders that occur m... More..
Education > School Bullying & Violence Addressing cultural diversity in the classroom: 1 of 8
A multicultural learning situation brings with it a number of challenges that need to be overcome to create an effective learning environment for every student. These include aspects such as communication: it is important that language is not a barrier to learning; learning preferences: the manner in which learners understand... More..
Health & Fitness > Childhood Disorders Is ADHD overdiagnosed in children?: 8 of 41
ADHD or educational deficit? ADHD is a globally recognised diagnosis and there is evidence to support its existence in about 3-5% of the population. In a classroom of 30 children that means that only one child should be diagnosed with ADHD, and in a school of 1000 learners no more than 30 - 50 children should be given this l... More..
Relationships & Family > Dating Dilemmas Dating advice: Dating for dummies: 5 of 24
How to survive the dating game:Does anyone really know the rules for dating in the 21st century? Are they any different than in ages past? Remaining single throughout our 20s and 30s is commonplace these days with many people deciding to pursue careers and life in the fast lane before settling down with The One. So, is there ... More..
Hobbies & Games > Hobbies & Games (Other) Getting started with genealogy (family history): 5 of 24
What's in a name? Knowing who we are and where we come from is an important part of growing up in modern times, when families seem to be spread out all over the world. A sense of belonging helps us to feel settled; where 'home' is gives us a sense of stability in our globetrotting, far flung lives. This need for roots has de... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Family Law Child abuse: Communities need to take action: 4 of 17
Child Abuse: Communities need to take action The long term consequence of Child abuse and neglect is the development of severe psychiatric problems in the child and later, if left untreated, the adult. Children who suffer abuse at the hands if any person in whose care or company they are will develop negative emotions such a... More..
Relationships & Family > Marriage Psychology How to spice up your marriage: 1 of 4
Refresh your marriage with these simple ideas Spring is in the air, it is time to shed those winter woollies and start to expose those parts of you that have been covered up for the last few months, to some energising sunshine. While you pack your winter coat away for another year, consider the other areas of your life you c... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Personal Morals & Values Image of self: 7 of 22
Many of us have a tendency to go through life oblivious to who we really are. We have not realised the possibility that perhaps we are able to manipulate broken' parts of our personas into more rounded and grounded parts. We carry on regardless, believing what we think we are supposed to believe. What we should come to realis... More..