Time and the Conways

reaction time for categorizing valences of expressions. Based on data that reveals that categorizing ambiguous expressions takes longer than less ambiguous ones, a different process may be involved (Neta et al., 2009). Researchers have explained that the ability to regulate emotions may aide in working memory processes. It is important to determine the extent that emotion regulation influences working memory capacity (WMC). WMC stores a given amount of goal-oriented information at a time while…

supplies, clothing and food meant winter was not good. Washington was well aware that some members of the Continental Congress were questioning his leadership abilities. He spent most of his time writing to them, explaining, and asking for supplies. The congress hired Horatio Gates,Thomas Mifflin, and Thomas Conway to oversee the war effort on equal terms with the Commander in Chief. But washington complained about those three people, he didn’t like them. He couldn’t do anything about it, so…

Understanding the Causes of an Addiction Haylie M. Galvan Wichita State University Understanding the Causes of an Addiction How quickly can someone become addicted to a drug? Why can’t addicts stop using? These are common questions about addiction that most people ask with not realizing that addicts just do not start using a drug because it is fun. Addiction is generally defined as someone not having any control over what they are taking or doing because of something that is…

lived a very eventful life and managed to influence many writers not only in his time, but even to this day. He demonstrates his influence through his personal life and personality, his writings, and his theology. Charles Williams managed to change literature and theology through his unique viewpoints that he has gained through his odd life experiences. Charles Williams was one of the strangest writers of his time, and certainly the oddest of the Inklings. To examine why he was such an…

them on her front porch for her to discover. This isn’t about the relationships that develop just because each individual is bored with their relationship status, wants someone to count on to text them back, and to be available to hang out at all times. No one fantasizes over a superficial relationship. Everyone longs to find true romance. Romance that sweeps you both off your feet before either of you realizes it. Romance that eventually leads to a realistic happily-ever-after. This kind of…

In terms of understanding how housing affects population health, a lot of recent epidemiological research has suggested that subpar housing environments increases the risk of developing chronic diseases. Specifically, these studies suggested that cold, damp and mould within houses is very strongly associated with asthma, cancer as well as other severe respiratory diseases (Krieger & Higgins, 2002). One of the key factors contributing to the cold, damp and mouldy conditions within houses is water…

It seems like we spend so much time learning about other cultures that we often don’t take a step back to reflect upon our own culture and appreciate it. Culture is defined as the ideas, customs, and social behavior of a particular people or society (oxforddictionaries.com). America is one of the most diverse countries in the world when it comes to culture. As we all learned in history class at some point, the “American Dream” brought in a large number of people from around the world. Along with…

Alcohol addiction and Risk Factors Moderately consuming alcohol is not a danger to most adults. Nonetheless, nearly 18 million adults in the United States have an alcohol use disorder (Swendsen, Burstein, Case, Conway, Dierker, He, and Merikangas, 2012). The DSM-IV (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fourth Edition) criteria for the alcohol use disorder are a combination of alcohol abuse and alcohol dependence. The manual specifies this abuse of alcohol as mild, controlled,…

Hate Crimes Introduction to Hate Crimes ¾ - 1 Originally the FBI’s investigations of hate crimes were limited to crimes that were committed based on the victim’s race, color, religion, or national origin (“Hate Crimes”, 2017). Although after the passage of the Matthew Shepard and James Byrd, Jr., Hate Crimes Prevention Act of 2009 the definition was expanded to included crimes committed based on the bias of perceived or actual gender identify, sexual orientation, disability, or gender (“Hate…

al., 2008). Additionally, when using inhaled drugs, clinical pharmacists can assist in determining a number of factors such as if it is suitable to give inhalers as a combination, which inhaler can be given with the others and which cannot (Kerem, Conway, Elborn & Heijerman, 2005). Mucolytic Therapies, such as dornase alfa and hypertonic saline, are also used to decrease sputum viscosity and enhance clearance. However,…