Monday, December 6, 2010
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
Work Cited Essay 3
Works Cited
"Bored.com - Famous Quotes Database." Bored.com. Bored.com, 2008. Web. 28 Oct. 2010. http://www.bored.com/findquotes/index.php.
- This is not the most reliable source because there is no specific author but there is an email adress. It also seems to be more of a fun site and less of a professional site. Although there was many quotes, and i do like the quote i got from there, i would not use this site again because it downplays the seriousness attached to the words in the quote.
"Causes of Bulimia: Social Pressure, Abuse, Serotonin Imbalance? – HealthTree." Health Knowledge – Health Information – HealthTree. Tree.com Inc., 9 Aug. 2010. Web. 28 Oct. 2010. http://www.healthtree.com/articles/eating-disorders/bulimia/causes.
- I would use this site again because of the impressive "About Us" link. Though there isn't a specific author the site is very organized, formal, and informative. There is an up to date copyright and sponsor information.
"Celebrities: Famous People Who Died or Have Eating Disorders, Binge Eating, Anorexia, Eating Disorders." EASY Search for Eating Disorder Treatment: Top Rated for Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating Help| World's Most Comprehensive Treatment Finding Service. EDReferral.com. Web. 28 Oct. 2010. http://www.edreferral.com/Celebrities_who_died_or_have_Eating_Disorders.htm.
- This site was used as a database for qoutes to support my point. The quotes were valid and the site is in direct affiliation with my topic. The site seems reputable and i would use it again if i were writing about the same topic.
Eberly, Marian. "Contributing Factors." TroubledWith: TroubledWith Index. Focus on the Family., 2000. Web. 27 Oct. 2010. http://www.troubledwith.com/ParentingTeens/A000000915.cfm?topic=parenting teens: eating disorders.
- This site has both authors listed and a copyright. It is well organized and i would use it again.
Media Awareness Network. "Beauty and Body Image in the Media." Media Awareness Network. 2010. Web. 25 Oct. 2010. http://www.media-awareness.ca/english/issues/stereotyping/women_and_girls/women_beauty.cfm.
- This site has a strong "About Us" link that explains their purpose and who is in charge of the site. The information was very reputable and i would use it again.
National Eating Disorders Association. "The Media, Body Image and Eating Disorders." National Eating Disorders Association. 2010. Web. 28 Oct. 2010. http://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/information-resources/general-information.php.
- This is a formal site of an official organization, this is supported by their use of .org on the url. There are many links on the site that support their claim aswell. I would use this site again.
Yosef, Yehudit L. "Eating Disorders: Causes of Eating Disorders." Self-help Articles. Pioneer Development Resources, Inc, 28 May 1998. Web. 25 Oct. 2010. http://www.selfhelpmagazine.com/article/node/1647.
- This site has the author clearly listed at the top, a publication date, and recent updates. I would use this site again.
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Fear
Fear of getting FAT
What causes eating disorders?
1. Environment- family history, type of relationships developed in youth
2. Personal Predisposition- personality traits, sellf perception, genetic makeup
3. Social Attitude- effect of the media ( visual images that distort minds), western ideals
What causes eating disorders?
1. Environment- family history, type of relationships developed in youth
2. Personal Predisposition- personality traits, sellf perception, genetic makeup
3. Social Attitude- effect of the media ( visual images that distort minds), western ideals
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
Thoughts on devils
I'm comparing classic ideas of "the devil"
Satan (Lucifer)...... and...... Hades
Satan- christian view, fallen angel, sin incarnate, lives in Hell
What made him fall from grace?
How is he portrayed (personality, character)?
What are symbols/ icons of the devil?
What kind of people go to Hell (therefore going to Lucifer)?
Who is Lucifer's foil (opposite; enemy)?
Hades- greek mythological view, ruler of the Underworld, married to Persephone
How did he become the ruler of the Underworld?
How is he portrayed?
What are symbols/ icons of Hades?
What kind of people go to Hades (underworld)?
Who is Hades' foil ?
Satan (Lucifer)...... and...... Hades
Satan- christian view, fallen angel, sin incarnate, lives in Hell
What made him fall from grace?
How is he portrayed (personality, character)?
What are symbols/ icons of the devil?
What kind of people go to Hell (therefore going to Lucifer)?
Who is Lucifer's foil (opposite; enemy)?
Hades- greek mythological view, ruler of the Underworld, married to Persephone
How did he become the ruler of the Underworld?
How is he portrayed?
What are symbols/ icons of Hades?
What kind of people go to Hades (underworld)?
Who is Hades' foil ?
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
thesis- To understand how different life is without sight one must first understand the causes, daily life, and possible cures for those who are blind.
intro- imagining a world in darkness. taking for granted sight. prejudice
1st-causes. "in the u.s leading causes...". "Vitamin A...". "Sexually transmitted...". "a clot in the blood..."."Retinal Detachment". "The high rate of blindness...".
2nd- day to day. "In 1835...". "The Braille system has been modified...". "The companion animal...". "One is a computer...".
3rd- cures. "There is an intense..". "Attempts have been...". "Vission is transferred".
intro- imagining a world in darkness. taking for granted sight. prejudice
1st-causes. "in the u.s leading causes...". "Vitamin A...". "Sexually transmitted...". "a clot in the blood..."."Retinal Detachment". "The high rate of blindness...".
2nd- day to day. "In 1835...". "The Braille system has been modified...". "The companion animal...". "One is a computer...".
3rd- cures. "There is an intense..". "Attempts have been...". "Vission is transferred".
Sunday, September 12, 2010
Imagine living without the ability to rely on one’s sense of sight to notify where one is or where one needs to be. The United States census has, “showed that 2 million people are either completely sightless or have partially impaired sight ( )”. Imagine living in a world where, “Prejudice leads people to think that a blind person will always be less effective than his sighted counterpart ()”. For those of us who aren’t afflicted by loss of sight, imagining a life in darkness remains a very difficult task to accomplish. So often people take for granted seeing, but sight is not a luxury to which everyone is entitled, and without it one must learn to adapt to life despite their handicap. To understand how different life is without sight one must first understand the causes, daily life, and possible cures of those who don’t have to imagine what life is like to be blind; for those who actually are blind.
There is no definite cause of blindness; the catalysts are extremely varied and are subject to individual circumstance. “In the United States leading causes are diabetes, glaucoma, macular degeneration, and accidents ()”. Factors such as age also play a role in facilitating blindness. For example, “Vitamin A deficiency is the leading cause of childhood blindness ()”. On the other hand cataracts and glaucoma are both common in elderly people. Disease is one of the major causes of blindness in fact, “Sexually transmitted diseases and rubella in pregnant women can cause blindness in their infants ()”. Another disease known to cause sight loss is referred to as Glomerulonephritis; “a clot in the blood vessel of the eye ()”. There are also some cases in which uncommon occurrences result in loss of sight. “Retinal detachment” for example, “is a rarer cause of blindness ()”. Contrary to normal cases of individual accumulation of disease, mass populations can suffer from sight loss as well. In one particular case it is stated that, “The high rate of blindness in developing countries is mainly due to malnutrition and infectious diseases ()”. These and many other instances lead professionals to believe that there is not one cause of blindness and therefore there cannot be one universal cure.
The day to day life of those who are blind is significantly different but, if given the proper tools, can be quite functional and productive. “In 1835 Louis Braille introduced his system of raised writing, where projecting dots represent a letter or number and are interpreted by touch, but it took 30 years to gain acceptance ()”. Braille is one of the most common aides for the blind and has allowed for written communication of ideas and information; as an additional convenience “The Braille system has been modified for use in many languages and industries ()”. In order to make maneuvering easier animals, such as dogs, are used as guides. “The companion animal can help negotiate obstacles as well as prevent loneliness ()”. As advancements in technology progress so does the opportunistic inventions created to help the blind. “One is a computer that reads out text audibly as it appears on the screen ()”. Another unique and helpful invention is the Braille printer and labeling machine, in order to aide in the comprehension of unrecognizable items. These items have become immensely important in the lives of people coping with being blind and they will continue to do so as cures continue to be created. ().
As the population of people without sight continues to increase, “There is an intense effort to develop new treatments for blinding conditions ()”. This is a very difficult feat considering the various causes of sight loss. Despite this fact, “Attempts have been made to implant an array of electrodes over the surface of the visual cortex, coupled to a video camera or an optical letter reader, in the hope of bypassing the eye and providing visual sensation by direct stimulation of the cortex ()”.With regard to Macular Degeneration, “Vision is transferred from a worn part of the retina to a healthier site so that vision can be restored ()”. These new procedures give hope to generations of people who struggle with being blind in a world that is not always accommodating.
For those who are granted the use of their eyes, it would seem a tremendous horror to imagine losing this advantage. But those who cannot see are not completely unfortunate. If people took the time to stop judging others based upon what they see, would the world not be a better place? I conclude this thought with the words of the French writer Victor Hugo, “We may remark in passing that to be blind and beloved may, in this world where nothing is perfect, be among the most strangely exquisite forms of happiness. The supreme happiness in life is the assurance of being loved; of being loved for oneself, even in spite of oneself; and this assurance the blind man possesses ()”.
There is no definite cause of blindness; the catalysts are extremely varied and are subject to individual circumstance. “In the United States leading causes are diabetes, glaucoma, macular degeneration, and accidents ()”. Factors such as age also play a role in facilitating blindness. For example, “Vitamin A deficiency is the leading cause of childhood blindness ()”. On the other hand cataracts and glaucoma are both common in elderly people. Disease is one of the major causes of blindness in fact, “Sexually transmitted diseases and rubella in pregnant women can cause blindness in their infants ()”. Another disease known to cause sight loss is referred to as Glomerulonephritis; “a clot in the blood vessel of the eye ()”. There are also some cases in which uncommon occurrences result in loss of sight. “Retinal detachment” for example, “is a rarer cause of blindness ()”. Contrary to normal cases of individual accumulation of disease, mass populations can suffer from sight loss as well. In one particular case it is stated that, “The high rate of blindness in developing countries is mainly due to malnutrition and infectious diseases ()”. These and many other instances lead professionals to believe that there is not one cause of blindness and therefore there cannot be one universal cure.
The day to day life of those who are blind is significantly different but, if given the proper tools, can be quite functional and productive. “In 1835 Louis Braille introduced his system of raised writing, where projecting dots represent a letter or number and are interpreted by touch, but it took 30 years to gain acceptance ()”. Braille is one of the most common aides for the blind and has allowed for written communication of ideas and information; as an additional convenience “The Braille system has been modified for use in many languages and industries ()”. In order to make maneuvering easier animals, such as dogs, are used as guides. “The companion animal can help negotiate obstacles as well as prevent loneliness ()”. As advancements in technology progress so does the opportunistic inventions created to help the blind. “One is a computer that reads out text audibly as it appears on the screen ()”. Another unique and helpful invention is the Braille printer and labeling machine, in order to aide in the comprehension of unrecognizable items. These items have become immensely important in the lives of people coping with being blind and they will continue to do so as cures continue to be created. ().
As the population of people without sight continues to increase, “There is an intense effort to develop new treatments for blinding conditions ()”. This is a very difficult feat considering the various causes of sight loss. Despite this fact, “Attempts have been made to implant an array of electrodes over the surface of the visual cortex, coupled to a video camera or an optical letter reader, in the hope of bypassing the eye and providing visual sensation by direct stimulation of the cortex ()”.With regard to Macular Degeneration, “Vision is transferred from a worn part of the retina to a healthier site so that vision can be restored ()”. These new procedures give hope to generations of people who struggle with being blind in a world that is not always accommodating.
For those who are granted the use of their eyes, it would seem a tremendous horror to imagine losing this advantage. But those who cannot see are not completely unfortunate. If people took the time to stop judging others based upon what they see, would the world not be a better place? I conclude this thought with the words of the French writer Victor Hugo, “We may remark in passing that to be blind and beloved may, in this world where nothing is perfect, be among the most strangely exquisite forms of happiness. The supreme happiness in life is the assurance of being loved; of being loved for oneself, even in spite of oneself; and this assurance the blind man possesses ()”.
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
Constantly in the darkness
Why is darkness associated with dispair?
http://www.quotationsbook.com/quote/4385/
What causes blindness?
http://www.healthline.com/
What kind of dammage occurs in the eye to result in blindness?
http://www.who.int/blindness/causes/en/
Are there any treatments to regain eyesight?
http://www.who.int/mediacentre/factsheets/fs282/en/index.html
What aides are available?
http://www.nfb.org/nfb/Products_and_Technology.asp?SnID=1472720880
What is Braille all about?
http://www.ehow.com/how_2331077
http://www.brailleenterprises.com/whatis.htm
http://www.quotationsbook.com/quote/4385/
What causes blindness?
http://www.healthline.com/
What kind of dammage occurs in the eye to result in blindness?
http://www.who.int/blindness/causes/en/
Are there any treatments to regain eyesight?
http://www.who.int/mediacentre/factsheets/fs282/en/index.html
What aides are available?
http://www.nfb.org/nfb/Products_and_Technology.asp?SnID=1472720880
What is Braille all about?
http://www.ehow.com/how_2331077
http://www.brailleenterprises.com/whatis.htm
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