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A final piece to understanding the link between eating disorders and child abuse is trauma itself. “Children and Trauma” by Cynthia Monahon explains how childhood trauma affects mental development, which connects back to the correlation between body-image and PTSD. Important aspects of trauma include: experiences, sources, and signs of trauma. Not only are these aspects reviewed in the book, but also in an article by Annika Lejonclou. “Variants of Potentially Traumatizing Life Events in Eating…

Before reading Unwind, I was indifferent about abortion. I knew abortion was wrong, but it is so common in today’s society that I’ve become numb to the idea. I’ve heard every excuse for why abortion is “Okay” and I thought people are going to do what they want to do. This thought never bothered me because I’ve never been in the position that many people are in when they have to make that choice. While I was reading Unwind, I realized how awful and cruel it is to unwind teenagers who actually…

promise; life isn’t." Life is more intense, exhilarating, painful, hopeful, adventurous, laughable, memorable and a savory lie. Death is the uncontrollable, and undeniable truth. “Let us live the lie,” I pleaded. “No.” I stare down at your face, numb. Angry. They don't teach about this in school; they don't teach the raw fucking truth that some people chose not to live on because they don't want to feel the pain anymore. Screw you. You gave up; you left, you turned that angelical soul…

clear as to what exactly happened to Murlock, the death of his wife seemed to have affected him. He hasn't been able to recover from the trauma of his wife's death and the horrifying incident that entailed. His wife's death leaves him emotionless and numb. He is…

A C-section is a procedure of delieveing a baby through a surgical opening in the mothers lower stomach area, this procedure is also known as a Cesatean delivery. In the case of revieving a C-secton, women who usually get the procedure might have health issues such as past surgergery on the uterus, previous c-section, HIV infection, active genital herpes infections, or severe illness such as heart disease. A C-section is also acceptable treatment if there are problems with the baby, like…

Alcoholism in Reservations In Sherman Alexie’s book entitled “The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian,” one of the many continuous themes is alcoholism. It shows how alcohol can affect everyone surrounding it, and the destruction is causes within families or personal feelings. Junior (the main character) labels his community as a generally drunk society. The book allows us to witness the tragedies Junior has encountered first hand. Within the short amount of time Junior has lived, he…

There are many genres of writing that authors utilize, but the dystopian genre stands out the most. Dystopias takes what is wrong with the modern society and emphasizes it in the novel. The author of dystopias take the problem and places it in a possible alternate universe. It makes the problem worse than it actually is to send a warning to the people to not continue the problem and to do something about it. These books emphasizes the dark society to show the readers that the people think their…

from the CDC, “15% of those infected with HIV are unaware they are infected.” This startling data is likely influenced by people being apathetic to the fact that HIV is still a major issue. I believe this is because people have become apathetic and numb to tragedy and merely accept it now, rather than fighting to make any sort of difference.…

Additionally, it keeps scabies' capacity to breed, spread and develop limited and restricted. Neem oil numbs the pain, as well as reduces the tingling sensation, which makes it awesome in treating scabies with no side effects. In India, they chose to gather 814 patients who have scabies to examine the healing powers of Neem oil in treating scabies. The 814…

won’t mind, though, will you, when the money comes rolling in”. “Clare appeared dressed and ready to leave. By the end, of the story, Tom goes in but was having a hard time. “His legs were cramped, his thigh muscles tired; his knees hurt, his feet felt numb”. “He didn’t dare let go the casing with both hands but, with the twist of paper in his teeth.” “He did not lie down on the floor or run through the apartment, as he had promised himself.” Tom has learned that he should he relax and have fun…