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Animal Testing Ranim Habbal “I am in favor of animal rights as well as human rights. That’s is the way of a whole human being.” Abraham Lincoln. Animal testing is a very controversial issue. Fellenz (2005) said that using animals is not a new activity that humans invented lately, but it is an old method ancient people used to do to learn about nature. Further, people used to kill animals for food; therefore, they learned anatomy and physiology. During the Roman era, people begun to dissect…

Political parties and the electoral systems used in Mexico have had a significant impact on the legitimacy of the government. The Constitution was aimed at preventing the rise of dictators and absolutism. Nonetheless, the PRI’s one-party rule in all branches of government showed absolutism for many years prior to the 21st century. Through democratization and reforms, legitimacy has increased with the rise of opposition parties within the government. The six-year term for the president is…

No one had known that on August 4th, 1961, an individual was born that would one day inspire the world. Barack Hussein Obama Jr. was born in Honolulu, Hawaii to parents Ann Dunham, an elementary teacher whom later on received her PhD in anthropology, and Barack Hussein Obama Sr., an economist in the Kenyan government. Mr. Obama Jr. is a descendent of a line of strong, independent people. His grandfather, Stanly Dunham, was a World War II veteran and his grandmother worked to become the first…

staying at contacted me when they realized she was using drugs in their facility’s bathroom which is a violation of the shelter’s rules. The shelter did not want to call the authorities because they know she is on probation for possession of methamphetamines. Susan has two other arrests for possession of drugs in addition to the one she is currently on probation for. She also has tried inpatient treatment, but was not successful and left treatment after two weeks. The case worker from the…

A. Genetics/Biology (chemistry and structure) Schizophrenia does not originate from one single gene; it takes many genetic changes and mutations to increase the chances of obtaining the disease. Those who have immediate relatives with schizophrenia or other psychiatric diseases have a greater risk of developing a mental disease. If they have a close relative with schizophrenia, then there is a 10% chance of obtaining the mental disease. If both parents carry the disease, then there’s a 40%…

restrictions would not do enough to completely stop illegal firearm trafficking. Therefore, gun violence would not be lowered. Lott compares this idea to illegal drug trafficking. Even though many narcotics, including marijuana, heroin, cocaine, and methamphetamines, are illegal in the United States, there is a high availability of each of these illegal substances. Lott says that the same would happen with firearms. Simply outlawing firearms will not solve the problem. Lot also argues that less…

Let me just clear the air before I start, I am a big man and by no means have I ever surfed or ever dreamed of surfing but it has always fascinated me in different ways. You may be asking yourself as to why I am writing about a surf apparel company that is centered around surf and beach life if I have no real interest in surfing besides the fact that only fit people can do it, and I can't. The reason why I chose this topic is not only the fact that a surfer bum hit it “big” but also the fact…

stimulants for ADHD. Some common brands names are: Adderall, Dexedrine, Dextrostat, and Vyvanse. These medications include amphetamine, dextroamphetamine or lisdexamfetamine. Several are available in extended release form. Another type of stimulant is Methamphetamine which is related to ephedrine and amphetamine, with CNS stimulant activity, which reduces appetite and can raise blood pressure. In ADHD, its mechanism of action is unknown. These tablets are taken one to two times daily. Besides…

• Ellen Hopkins was “born March 26, 1995 in Long Beach, CA.” (Bio) • Ellen Hopkins “publishers Simon & Schuster published Crank on October 1, 2004.” (Crank-Book) • According to Google books 1005 rated Crank a five star book and 647 rated Crank with four stars. Some reviews said “I love this book, it’st perfect!” (Crank) and one review even said “Ellen Hopkins is an amazing author.! From the format of her writing to the meaning behind all of it. Look for some of her amazing patterns in her…

Substance abuse is when somebody overindulges or becomes dependent on a substance which is usually addictive. These substances include drugs which are substances that affect how the body and mind function. Drugs are both legal (prescription and over the counter) and illegal. Prescription drugs are used to prevent as well as treat diseases and illnesses and over the counter drugs are used to relieve symptoms. Drugs can also be classified more specifically by hallucinogens (LSD, mescaline,…