Human Psychological Issues in the Recruitment of Suicide Bombers
By Lance Winslow - 04/01/2008
Swedish Scientists did a study and found that young men with low intelligence scores were more likely to commit suicide. ?Researchers from Sweden`s Karolinska Institute analyzed test scores for 987,308 armed forced recruits and then cross-referenced the data with those who subsequently committed sui...
Public Procurement and Very Private Benefits
By Sam Vaknin, Ph.D. - 04/01/2008
In every national budget, there is a part called "Public Procurement". This is the portion of the budget allocated to purchasing services and goods for the various ministries, authorities and other arms of the executive branch. It was the famous management consultant, Parkinson, who once wrote that ...
Out of the Closet?
By Joseph Ghabi - 04/01/2008
We may sometimes consider the difficulty that occurs with our acceptance of ourselves and of who we are in accordance with the expectations of others.
Do you understand what I am talking about? Or am I speaking alone here? I grew up in an environment dominated with the influence of the Catholic reli...
Fuel Prices at the Pump: That is not the problem, Natural Gas Prices are high too
By Lance Winslow - 04/01/2008
The price at the gas pump is certainly on everyone?s mind. We read about Airliner Bankruptcies too and their fuel costs. Truckers are complaining and the average American is modifying their travels, errands and schedules around to deal with the fuel cost increases. Wholesale inflation looms as all ...
Top Ten Things To Do The Day After Valentine`s Day
By DeAnna Spencer - 04/01/2008
Why should February 14th get all of the attention? Here are some things to do the day after Valentine`s Day. 1. Water the flowers you receieved. You know that they will probabbly be dead tomorrow, but you just have to take care of them. 2. Find somewhere in your room for the bear he bought you even...
Teacher Tips: Helping ADHD Students to Perform Better in Your Classroom
By Douglas Cowan, Psy.D. - 04/01/2008
Thank you to all of our professional educators who dedicate themselves to our children! We know how difficult it can be working with ADHD children, so here are your teacher tips for the week, brought to you by the ADHD Information Library and ADDinSchool.com. This is a sampling of over 500 classroom...
Bullet Resistant Glass of the Future; Transparent Nano Tubes
By Lance Winslow - 04/01/2008
In the uncertain world of chaos and conflict we find ourselves in situations where hostile human intentions seem to be problematic. While attempting to restore order from chaos, we find ourselves needing to first protect ourselves while dancing with the devil. Philosophically thinking this is a good...
Announce Your Engagement or Wedding Date with Save the Date Magnets
By Raymond Miller - 04/01/2008
The holiday season is a special time of giving thanks (and gifts). Millions of people around the world gather with family and friends to celebrate, reminisce and enjoy one another?s company. The holiday season is also a time when many couples get engaged. Men propose to the woman they love and wan...
Creating Relationship Synergy through Rapport Building
By Michaela Scherr - 04/01/2008
One of the great things about rapport is that it doesn?t matter whether you have agreement or not with the other party. Remember some of the conversations you?ve had in the past with your best friend, partner or even children. Do you always agree with them? What happens when you disagree? Is it ...
Hurricane Records in Error?
By Lance Winslow - 04/01/2008
As meteorologist pour over the enormous amount of data collected during the lengthy and record breaking 2005 Atlantic Tropical Hurricane Season they are finding errors. The most recent error shows Tropical Storm Cindy, was a Hurricane when it hit shore, as its winds were over 75 mph. This changes th...
Wedding Invitatation RSVP Cards
By Kevin Stith - 04/01/2008
When it comes to response/RSVP cards, the goal is to get a response. Whether selecting a card with a self-addressed, either by hand or computer printed labels, and pre-stamped envelope or an economic post card with your address on one side and the guest response on the other, do what works best for...
Lingerie Buying Advice For Guys
By Mark Falco - 04/01/2008
Buying lingerie for your lover can be one of the most romantic things you can do. It`s an intimate gift which, if you get it right, shows you really care, really do understand her and have put the effort in to really think about a gift she will like.
It`s also one of the most stressful and dangerou...
Metaphors of the Mind (Part II)
By Sam Vaknin, Ph.D. - 04/01/2008
Storytelling has been with us since the days of campfire and besieging wild animals. It served a number of important functions: amelioration of fears, communication of vital information (regarding survival tactics and the characteristics of animals, for instance), the satisfaction of a sense of orde...
Bridal Jewelry: Fulfilling a Wedding Tradition
By Sam Serio - 04/01/2008
?Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue.? This is a saying that many brides take to heart when considering their wedding trousseau. From wedding gowns, accessories and motifs, brides from all walks of life throughout the years have tried their best to stick to this formula....
Sedu Flat Iron and Other Hair Irons Possible Damage
By Paton Jackson - 04/01/2008
Sedu flat iron became so popular the last few years that in some places, when you say hair flat iron, you say Sedu flat iron. How ever, as any good thing damage is possible if misused. To understand the possible damage of Sedu flat iron, one must become familiar with it. Well, Sedu flat iron is a ty...
Study Shows Birth Control Pills May Have Long Term Effects
By Rick Hendershot - 04/01/2008
A study published in January, 2006 in the Journal of Sexual Medicine claims that women who use birth control pills may suffer from long term side effects. Possible side effects include decreased desire and arousal, decreased lubrication, and increased sex-related pain. Researchers studied a group of...
Depression - Depression Facts and Antidepressant Medications
By Vijaya Chauhan - 04/01/2008
UNDERSTANDING DEPRESSION Depression :caused by an imbalance of brain chemicals, along with other factors. Like any serious medical condition, depression needs to be treated. The fact is that any one can get dression. How depression affect the brain: Many things can trigger debilitating depression. F...
Creativity Management ? It`s All About Routine
By Kal Bishop - 04/01/2008
Creativity can be defined as problem identification and idea generation whilst innovation can be defined as idea selection, development and commercialisation. There are other useful definitions in this field, for example, creativity can be defined as consisting of a number of ideas, a number of dive...
15 Magic Minutes
By Pauline Wallin, Ph.D. - 04/01/2008
This morning while I was out walking I realized, after the first mile, that I shouldn`t have had all that water beforehand, if you get my drift. And I had four more miles to go! I suppose I could have ducked into a neighborhood gas station restroom, but I was too embarrassed. So I walked and walke...
Unique Mother`s Day Gift - No More Flowers and Chocolate
By William Jacobson - 04/01/2008
With Mother?s Day approaching fast, it?s time to begin thinking about how best to express how much Mommy Dearest means to us. If you?re like most, Mother?s Day has become a routine that consists of a greeting card, a bouquet of flowers, and a phone call to say "I love you". And though mom surely lov...
Success, Opportunity, Carl, and Kenny G
By Chris Widener - 04/01/2008
A couple of weeks ago I celebrated my anniversary by taking my wife to see one of her favorite musicians - Kenny G. Now, I have to be honest, I was dreading the event. It was a surprise and I was doing this solely as a gift to my lovely wife. I was willing to suffer and endure anything to make her h...
Mindfulness and Marriage: Moving Along
By Maya Talisman Frost - 04/01/2008
Marriage has to be the greatest opportunity for mindfulness on the planet. I used to think that parenting took top honors, but really, a good marriage lasts a lot longer than a good childhood. After all, the kids do move out eventually, but the spouse stays. Never the type to do things half-heartedl...
Where Are You When You`re Dreaming?
By James Rick - 04/01/2008
Have you ever had this experience: You`re doing something strangely familiar yet ... different. Suddenly it dawns on you that you`re dreaming! In that moment, and for all the moments that you are aware; where are you? At first you might be tempted to say that you`re at home sleeping. Technically you...
Expanding The Window of Self
By Mike Davison - 04/01/2008
While I am not a computer expert, I have learned a few things over the years. I have learned that a computer has an operating system. If you uninstall important aspects of that operating system "things" won`t work. At least not well. I have also become aware that if you, or someone else, tries to in...
Brilliant Autumn: Reaping a Bounteous Harvest
By Steve Brunkhorst - 04/01/2008
"But if in your thought you must measure time into
seasons, let each season encircle all the other seasons, And let today embrace the past with remembrance and the future with longing."
- Kahlil Gibran (1883-1931) The low afternoon sun cast soft rays through a cool O...
New Orleans Recovery Will be Slowed
By Graham J - 04/01/2008
The effects of hurricane Katrina on New Orleans will clearly last for many years. However, the response by the authorities there is sure to make the human side of the disaster last even longer. When people are hit by such tragic events they want to feel cared for. There is a huge psychological requi...
Crash Course: Aviation Careers and Training
By Kate Leas - 04/01/2008
Interested in airplanes and flight? Mechanics and electronics? Aviation and aeronautical careers are increasing in demand as the population rises, the economy strengthens and people become more comfortable resuming air travel. Find out about the types of careers available and the training and experi...
Dreaming of Love and Peace
By Yasseen Yasseen - 04/01/2008
She dreams of touring Europe and the US to sing of love and peace. That is her ?big ambition.? A rising star amongst Egypt`s singers, Rula Zaki tells us in her best known song that we live on an indivisible planet. "Love the world, we are one," says the lyric her father, Galal, wrote for her to comm...
Intimacy, What is It Really?
By Keishia Lee Louis - 04/01/2008
Simply put, intimacy is more than sex or making love. It`s more than the physical or even emotional connection you feel with your partner. Intimacy involves a soul connection between two people. While instant chemistry can be exciting and thrilling, the chemistry that makes marriages work usually gr...
A Wealthy Man Has Time
By Laverne John Riley Jr. - 04/01/2008
College went fast and soon I had a big time career working for a fortune 500 company as a company executive. More money, more things, more accreditation were my priorities. I envisioned myself as having the best of everything someday, and no one would keep me from achieving my purpose in living! As ...
Arson Watch Program; Getting Started
By Lance Winslow - 04/01/2008
Fire season has apparently started and it is time to set up an Arson Mobile Watch Program to protect your community. Usually the best time to set up an Arson Mobile Watch Program would be before the fire season starts, but it may also be easier to find volunteers once it has started because of the F...
Homeless, Trash, Drugs and Transient Issues
By Lance Winslow - 04/01/2008
In Police Magazine I read a great article about transient problems and how they were solved for the betterment of all in Ft Collins, Colorado. This program was called (COP) Community Oriented Policing. In one area downtown there were three homeless shelters 53 liquor stores and a nearby river wher...
Learning Through Educational DVDs
By Paul Hegarty - 04/01/2008
It is said that there is no royal road to learning; and while in a sense this is true, it is also true that, in all things, even in mind training, there is a right way and a wrong way--or rather there is one right way, and there are a thousand wrong ways. You need not expect an essay on psychology o...
The War in Iraq and the War in America
By Jennifer Gibbs - 04/01/2008
Between the years of 2003 and 2005, 366 police officers have died serving their country in the line of duty. Between 2004 and 2005, there were 37 instances of homicide deaths in schools across our country. Hundred of firemen have lost their lives fighting fires and helping their neighbors in the pas...
Pretty Russian Girls: A Smart Way To Build Your Online Relationship
By Tanya Bilk - 04/01/2008
It`s an open secret that thousands of Western men search for pretty Russian girls and Russian women online. Many of them seek a relationship leading to marriage.
In this article, you?ll discover a smart way to build your online relationship leading to marriage with a Russian woman.
U...
Today`s Homeschooling Supplies
By Mary Joyce - 04/01/2008
Educating and education is all about having resources and being able to locate them. The old adage of I might not know the answer but I can look it up has never been more true than it is today. And the future only promises to deliver more information at our finger tips. Today?s technology has opened...
UK Shortage of Occupational Therapists
By Steven Mallon - 04/01/2008
The recruitment of specialist healthcare professionals has been a problem for the UK government for a number of years now. Despite efforts to attract staff to a range of professional streams through advertising and publicity campaigns (http://www.connexions.gov.uk), there remains an evident shortfal...
It Was not Meant to Be; Fate?
By Lance Winslow - 04/01/2008
Do you believe in fate? Do you believe your life is predestined? Do you believe everything happens for a reason and God has a plan for your and everything that happens is his doing and since he works in mysterious ways you can never know what is next? Do you believe in your own free will; that you c...
How To Reach An Audience
By Joe Love - 04/01/2008
To Reach an audience, you have to know how to choose the right target audience, the right medium, and the right message. You can?t communicate with everyone in the world. Great communicators know how to direct their messages toward an audience they can realistically expect to reach, whether that aud...
Growing and Connecting with Your Spouse
By Lori Radun - 06/02/2007
Do you remember when there were no children in your life? Hanging out with your spouse was your first priority. You had fun going on dates. You had time to talk and share with each other your day`s events. And sex was something you looked forward to. And then along came Ryan or Megan, and then ...
Recent California Election: a Cash Cow Tipping Contest
By John A Thomas - 03/02/2007
Woops, my cynical prediction may have actually come true. The inmates are running the asylum in California. The recent California special election was completely controlled and the outcome dictated by government employees. They may work for all of us, but they also get to approve what goes into la...
Kid Birthday Party Game Ideas - Balloon Fun
By Mike Dougherty - 02/02/2007
Balloons, kids and birthday parties just seem to go together.
When you take your children to almost any kind of an event for families, somebodies going to be giving balloons to the kiddies.
And if you go to an event at your local mall, you know they`ll be giving away balloons to all the kids... ...
Revivin` From Revivals
By Ed Williams - 31/01/2007
Remember the revivals they used to have around these parts back when we were growing up?
I sure do. Back in those days, most churches had at least one revival each summer, usually in either July or August. We?re not talking just one night revivals, either - some of these revivals ran for at least ...
Baby Clothes On The Cheap
By Kirsten Hawkins - 30/01/2007
In the world of art, there is a movement called Postmodernism. If you`re not an art student, or an artist, or a professor of art, there`s really only one thing you need to know about Postmodernism. It means that you can do whatever you want. Essentially, it is a melding of things that have come befo...
Send Your Child to College FREE!
By GranMamma - 30/01/2007
College is one of the largest expenses through the course of your child`s life. It is also one of the main causes of debt in America. With today`s rates of inflation, it is very hard to save for an event that will occur eighteen years down the road. However, capitalistic America has provided many wa...
Alternative Clothing For Babies
By Kirsten Hawkins - 29/01/2007
While the concept of "baby tees" has taken on a whole new meaning in the new millennium, some companies have made a real dedication to the original intent of the phrase. Of course there is always the basic "I Love My Mommy" and "Someone in Tallahassee Loves Me" t-shirts, but in keeping with the time...
Fun Ideas For The Holidays
By John Kinde - 29/01/2007
The holiday season is a great time to share some smiles and laughs! And holiday humor helps you develop a well-tuned humor radar.
1. Have a humorous gift exchange at your holiday party. This works great if you have a healthy humor climate where people use humor in a positive way.
2. Just befor...
Why She Doesn?t Call You Back
By Rion Williams - 25/01/2007
The main reason she does not call you back probably because you are doing something that doesn`t agree with her. You may be coming at the whole relationship from the traditional or according behavior, and this may be leading her to just drop you as soon a she can.
She has other men on hand who ...
Leather Wristbands & Bracelets Sweeping the Country In Popularity
By Carrie Reeder - 20/01/2007
Leather wristbands & bracelets started to come into popularity about 3 or 4 years ago. Celebrities started to wear them. Slowly, the general population started to wear them a little. Soon, they become no longer an accessory that was gothic or extreme, the more conservative leather wristbands and bra...
Business Partners & Marital Partners, Will the Marriage Survive? (Part II)
By Chuck & Sue DeFiore - 04/02/2004
In the last article, we concluded by saying that keeping your business and personal relationships separate is very important to the survival of both your business and your marriage. In this article we will talk about how to achieve this goal.
One of the most important ways to accomplish this is to...
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