Breast self-examination

In psychology, the animalist theory is one that defines why people exist as human beings (Schechtman, 2010). It is the concept that makes an individual a living being as opposed to an object. For instance, an animalist psychologist may argue that angels existed as humans before they took another form (Geddes, 2013). This argument does not change their perception towards the animalism concept. Personal identity is the differentiation that an individual has towards their character. They believe…

Interaction looks at how the self is the mediator between role expectations and individual behavior (Walker and Lynn 2000). The self and identity are the line between social institution and individual’s beliefs and behaviors. There is a loose fit between role expectation and performance of the role. To create a self and role internalization is an essential part of interpersonal social relations. One theorist, states that role expectation are internalized into the self-concept through commitment.…

Flexibility of your beliefs, alignments, and interest are the only ways to be truly authentic. No one should be ascribed a definition. The human spirt is simply too intertwined with others and with the world to limit its itself. However, at a specific moment people can take up an identity. The Encyclopedia of Language and Linguist states that “identities are how we represent who we are to ourselves and others and how we interpret who others are” (Joseph 2006). More importantly, a flexible…

be in place prior to the occurrence of the concept” (p.167). In analyzing self confidence, many antecedents quickly become apparent. Prior to the presence of self confidence, a specific role, external stimuli, emotions, and self esteem all must be present (as cited in Perry, 2011). Furthermore, either internal or external support must be present (as cited in White, 2009). For example, internal support could be personal self encouragement while external support could be encouragement from other…

Self expansion is simply put as starting a new relationship in hopes that it will lead to a period or a lifetime of self discovery. This is often found the most beneficial in a committed relationship wherein the two people tend to seek new adventures together. Though Miller would counter in his writing of Intimate Relationships, that self expansion however positive has it own set of drawbacks that are not always apparent at the start of the relationship. He goes so far as to state that “ Once a…

States. Breast cancer was at a high for deaths with females, 20.7 out 100,000 females died in 2007 (Healthy People, 2015). The Alfond Cancer Center is located in Augusta, Maine. Maine General wants people to have a worry-free experience when dealing with their cancer. The Breast Care Program addresses the health and over all well-being of a person, whether it’s a women or a man. They help by maintaining…

diagnosis of breast cancer is one of the most dreaded words that a woman could hear out of a doctor’s mouth. It affects on in eight women in the United States (McCartney, Davidson, & Alic, 2015). This is a prevalent problem, particularly in African American women. They are much more likely by 40% to die of the illness than their Caucasian counterparts (McCartney et al., 2015). However, a diagnosis does not necessarily equate to a death sentence. This paper will analyze the prevalence of breast…

speak to others about the word of god. In the article “Body Ritual among the Nacirema” by the American Anthropological Association, it points out other similarities such as shrines kept in homes, medicine men, oral hygiene, infant care, and women’s breasts. The shrines kept in the homes of many homes are built in the wall and kept there for rituals performed (Miner). In Hispanic culture there is always a shelf kept specifically for shrines to the gods. Whether it is for the Virgin Mary or El…

Fuck a Fat Woman?” I struggle with accepting myself. Society teaches women to be ashamed of their bodies. They learn to believe that they aren’t beautiful if they are not skinny. Shaming women for the number of pounds they weigh not only damages their self-esteem, but it also brings about a notion that “fat” people will be “forever alone”. As well, one could argue that being “too skinny” is also…

Book summary The book, “Feeding Desire: Fatness, Beauty and Sexuality among a Saharan People” is written by Rebecca Popenoe. This book explores the traditions of the semi-nomadic Moors in the Azawagh area of the Niger basin of purposely fattening their young girls starting at an age as soon as they start growing their baby teeth. This is believed to hasten their maturity and transition to puberty, hence this practice is viewed as a way of preparation for the female for marriage. This they do by…