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If I had to write my autobiography I would title it "An Oprah Book" in order to cut out the middleman. My story has all the ingredients necessary to attract Oprah's attention. There is abuse, drug and alcohol addiction, sex, teen pregnancy, genetic fatal diseases,

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Hobbies & Games > Video Game Culture & Community Why girl gamers should not be underestimated: 1 of 22
Girls shouldn't be underestimated as gamers because they are actually the majority! It's a common misconception that gaming is a men's only club. The biggest reason this myth carries so much weight is because people are often focusing on console games such as those offered by X-Box or Playstation. It is true that women are a ... More..
Health & Fitness > Alzheimer's and Dementia Alzheimer's and the benefits of an early diagnosis: 1 of 9
Being diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease can be extremely devastating to all involved. It is a merciless disease that currently has no cure and few good treatment options. Alzheimer's can make a person feel powerless, especially when they are still cognizant of having the disease. When dealing with a disease that has no cure,... More..
Sciences > Zoology A look at the jaguars of Central America: 1 of 8
The word jaguar comes from a Guarani Indian word, "yaguar", meaning "the killer which overcomes his prey in a single bound." A fitting description for the largest cat in the Americas, with jaws strong enough to shatter the skull of its prey in one bite. Jaguars are so powerful that they have no enemies, other than man. Jaguar... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Islam Why does Islam forbid alcohol?: 2 of 13
Islam prohibits the use of all intoxicants, alcohol included, for several reasons. There are three passages in the Quran that are often cited to clarify the prohibition of alcohol. The Holy Quran, 2.219: They ask thee concerning wine and gambling. Say: "In them is great sin, and some profit, for men; but the sin is greater th... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Culture & Community The use of video games as a learning tool: 2 of 10
I can still hear my parents begging me to put down the controller and "go read a book". When they gave me an Atari for my 11th birthday, they assumed that I would gradually lose interest in video games. They had no idea that what should have been just a toy was going to become a passion and an obsession. They lectured me time... More..
Education > Special Education Gifted children and behavior problems: 3 of 14
Gifted children are often classified as being special needs children. Many parents think their children are gifted, or wish that they were, but they don't realize that raising a gifted child can be a challenging situation. Behavior problems can occur when a gifted child isn't properly stimulated. The following are some of the... More..
Health & Fitness > Alzheimer's and Dementia Alzheimer's disease and new promising medications: 1 of 1
The race for a cure for Alzheimer's is going strong. There are currently 20 different drug trials either under way or waiting for approval by the FDA. In addition, there are 5 drugs already approved by the FDA that help combat the cognitive decline in Alzheimer's. It can take a long time for a new drug to reach the market due... More..
Health & Fitness > Alzheimer's and Dementia Online games to help those with Alzheimer's: 1 of 1
Studies have shown that mental challenges help sharpen the minds of those with Alzheimer's disease. Anything that promotes mental stimulation works, from crossword puzzles to learning a new hobby. One new area of focus is on computer games. And researchers are discovering that computer games actually help stimulate the brain ... More..
Sciences > Zoology A look at Central American rainforest amphibians: 2 of 3
The rainforest is home to the largest amount of diverse amphibians in the world. There are over 2,100 known species of frogs, alone. Researchers believe that there are many more species of amphibians not yet discovered. But the race is on, because these fragile creatures are rapidly heading towards extinction. Current projec... More..
Health & Fitness > Alzheimer's and Dementia The early stage of Alzheimer's disease: 7 of 10
The earliest stages of Alzheimer's are most difficult on the person suffering from the disease. They are straddling two different worlds and at times are fully aware that their mind is slipping. It can be scary and overwhelming to find that you can no longer do things that have always been second nature, or that you can't rec... More..