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…level is lower than that of an atheist. A person who gives his life and with it all responsibilities into the hands of a higher power can go on with less worries because in his beliefs he is taking care of by the Supreme Being. Likewise, people who believe…

…weight gain (Reyes 1). Anorexics, however, restrict their diets and starve themselves in attempt to stay thin and if possible, lose more weight (“Anorexia Nervosa” 1) Like any other illness, eating disorders need to be diagnosed by a health care professional…

…Medicine and science are highly regarded and respected institutions among the American public. Many people do not understand or care to understand the medical or scientific jargon that is used to describe specific phenomena. Most trust that doctors…

…, “Levodopa and drugs that stimulate dopamine receptors also cause postural hypotension” (Biziere 38-39). Unfortunately, medication for the disease may add additional problems(Biziere 39). Depression is one of the most common medical conditions, affecting up…

…and is a psychoactive drug. Its medical name is Cannabis Sativa and it is found in the Indian hemp plant, of which there are three types; Cannabis Sativa, Cannabis Indica, and Cannabis Rudderalis. Some of its nicknames and street names are pot, weed, green, herb, and sensi…

…of perceptions or experiences) and hallucinations, especially of the auditory variety. Victims may also exhibit disturbed emotions and thinking; poor or no function in work, social relations, or self-care; and decreased functioning continuing for at least six months…

…persons ask their physician, friend or relative , to put them to death. The patients or their relatives may ask a doctor to withhold treatment and let them die. Many critics of the medical profession contend that too often doctors play god on operating…

…DEATH AND BEREAVEMENT This essay examines death, bereavement, and the disposal of the dead through its social-psychological, historical, cross cultural, medical-ethical, and public policy aspects from the perspective of both the dying person…

…have difficulty going to school or receiving medical care or other state services. The overwhelming majority of children in orphanages are female and/or mentally or physically handicapped. This policy has also contributed to the practice of prenatal sex…

…believe that the number of cases is largely under reported. Child neglect is also included in legal definitions of child abuse to cover instances of malnutrition, desertion, and inadequate care of a child's safety. When reported, inadequate foster care…