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Nanotechnology and Rare Earth Elements Please respond to one (1) of the following four (4) options: Assess the overall benefits and drawbacks of nanotechnology, as well as special considerations for safety.   Given the unique nature of nanoscience, its broad range of applications, and possible impacts on human health and the environment, assess the state of … Read more

Social Stratification W5 From the first e-Activity, discuss the possible future consequences to individuals and society as a whole if Generation Y / Millennials cannot live better than previous generations. As a current college student, you likely anticipate a college education allowing you to raise your future income opportunities. Discuss your expectations of how a … Read more

Developmental Disorders You have learned that the conceptualization of autism spectrum disorders as diagnoses has evolved, with the current DSM conceptualizing one neurological disorder with common characteristics, which are presented on a wide continuum, rather than separate disorders such as Asperger’s disorder or autistic disorder. Watch the video It’s a Different World. You may use … Read more

Discussion—Global Influences of Western Mental Illness Research Due to the ever-evolving technology, particularly related to the Internet and cell phones, our world is becoming better and better connected across oceans, continents, and cultures. There are many benefits to this increased connectedness. However, there are some negative effects, as well. One example is the effect that … Read more

LASA 2: Case Study of Emotional Disorders In this assignment, you will analyze a fictional scenario and identify the possible disorders involved. All the information needed for this assignment can be found in the textbook. Read the following vignettes: Emotional Disorder—Male Vignette Nadif is a seven-year-old Somali-American boy who is homeschooled by his mother. When … Read more