Prevention of elderly depression: A peer-reviewed literary review

Social studies   |   Psychology   |   Term papers   |   03/21/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «This literature review will be comparing two quantitative research studies conducted by Devi et al. (2007) and Schoevers et al. (2006) on depression in elderly people. The studies highlighted the variable risk factors that make elderly people more...»

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Youth justice and sentencing in Canada

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Term papers   |   03/21/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «The issue of youth justice is an important one, and especially in Canada. This is because youth in Canada commit a proportionately high percentage of the crime in our society. Youth in Canada (aged 12-18) account for 10 percent of the population,...»

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Social science methodology and ethnicity without the group

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   03/21/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «In the realm of social science methodology and race studies, there is a short list of concepts that would appear to be as simple, and even as necessary as the idea of a group. The concept of the group is one that has relevance in a...»

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Consequentialism and social inequality

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Term papers   |   03/21/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Everybody in society strives to some degree to be good people. However, being a good person does not always come easily. What is a good person anyway? When one begins to think about what needs to be done to be considered a good person, questions...»

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The racialization of Canadian “Space”

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Term papers   |   03/21/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «The social fabric of Canadian culture is an interesting one, it is diverse and progressive, and one that people regard as being largely free from racism. For this reason, it is a surprise to Canadians when acts of blatant racism take place anywhere...»

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Commodity futures as a risk reduction and investment instrument

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Indian project   |   03/21/2009   |   .doc   |   58 pages
Document abstract : «The Indian financial system consists of many institutions, instruments and markets. Financial instruments range from the common coins, currency notes and cheques, to the more exotic futures swaps of high finance. The regulatory institutions are the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Definition of Indian financial system. Types of Indian financial system. Organized sector. Unorganized sector. Securities and exchange board of India (SEBI). SEBI guidelines for commodity futures trading. Regulatory framework in...»

The impact of advertisement on the buying behavior with reference to the consumer durables

Business & market   |   Marketing   |   Theses   |   03/21/2009   |   .doc   |   47 pages
Document abstract : «The consumer durable industry in the past few years has seen tremendous growth. Advancements in the technology, government support and increased level of interest among the private players into the industry has given rise to the healthy competition...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Theoritical background of the study. Advertising and advertisements. Advertisers. Advertising agencies. Support organization. Media. Consumers. Advertising as marketing tool. Role of advertising in modern business world. Industry...»

Marx and Weber: The origins of capitalism

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Term papers   |   03/22/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «The realm of social theory is not an easy one to tackle, as it requires one to have significant knowledge of ideas of the past, and the events that helped shape the circumstances that these historical ideas were developed in. For example, when...»

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Organizational behavior and coordination

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Term papers   |   03/22/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «The study of organizational behavior is one that has changed dramatically over the past few decades. The climate in which organizations and those that manage them operate has become increasingly globalized, and this has had implications for the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The need for coordination of actions. The need for coordinated decisions. The need for coordination among various resources. Bibliography. Conclusion....»

Social theory

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Term papers   |   03/22/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Marx says that capitalism emerged when humans began to produce subsistence. Life was insecure back then as there was no way to accumulate social surplus. It was the agricultural revolution that established the framework needed for class divisions. ...»

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The historical and philosophical significance of Locke’s personal identity

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Term papers   |   03/23/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «In Book II of An Essay Concerning Human Understanding, John Locke established one of the first methodical treatments of the issue of personal identity as it relates to the realm of philosophy. Reflecting back on Locke's theory, it is clear that his...»

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The defense of provocation: The implications of the House of Lords' decision in Morgan Smith [2000] 3 WLR 654

Law & contracts   |   Criminal law   |   Case study   |   03/23/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «The defense of provocation is a partial defense, pertinent only to murder. If successfully pleaded, liability is reduced to manslaughter. For the defense to succeed there are three requirements: (i) There must have been some act(s) or word(s) of...»

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Discussing and analyzing Restorative Justice: Victims' rights and the future

Law & contracts   |   Other law subjects   |   Term papers   |   03/23/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Restorative justice has become mainstream following the establishment of youth offender panels last year under the Youth Justice and Criminal Evidence Act 1999. It is no longer just another possible option available in some places at various points...»

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Violence against women

Law & contracts   |   Criminal law   |   Term papers   |   03/23/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Despite the fact that women are much more likely to be killed then to kill, women charged with the murder of their violent male partners are further victimized by a legal system that has been constructed, interpreted and implemented to fit men's...»

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A look at organizational development

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Presentation   |   03/23/2009   |   .ppt   |   71 slides
Document abstract : «Organization development is a planned process of change in an organization's culture through the utilization of behavioral science technology, research, & theory-Warne Burke. It is an effort planned, throughout the organization, & managed from the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Definition of organization development. The growth and relevance of organization development . Managerial innovation of organization development. Managing the organization development process. Diagnosis, action and program...»

Operational risk management: Implementing a Bayesian Network for foreign exchange and money market settlement

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Theses   |   03/23/2009   |   .doc   |   114 pages
Document abstract : «Recent Financial scandals in the banking industry have caused considerable attention to be focused on operational risk. This is because an analysis of some of these scandals reveals that the underlying causes of these huge Financial losses are due...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Motivation and Problem Description. Objectives of the research. Outline of the thesis. Operational risk, foreign exchange and money market. Basel II, operational risk. Review of operational risk methods. Models for quantification and...»

An overview of distribution management

Business & market   |   Management   |   Presentation   |   03/23/2009   |   .ppt   |   275 slides
Document abstract : «Distribution management is a factor of the channels of distribution which is also known as marketing channels. A marketing channel is a set of interdependent organizations involved in the process of making a product or service available for...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Factors influencing marketing channels. Flows of the marketing channel. Members of the marketing channel. Members. Intermediaries. End users. Alternate channel formats. Other channel formats. Door-to-door formats. Buyer initiated...»

Pressure ulcer program proposal

Science & technology   |   Medical studies   |   Term papers   |   03/24/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Pressure ulcers are one of the largest risks facing patients in hospitals today. The program that is described in this proposal sets out an agenda for dealing with this problem in a way that focuses on prevention. It is important because...»

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Globalization and the unmarked inclination in the Indian banking sector

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Term papers   |   03/24/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «The banking sector is in a transitional mode moving towards a vibrant global market and sophisticated information technology. Due to this changing scenario, banks are paying more attention to expanding their activities from just lending and...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Information technology. Application of information technology. Benefits of E-banking services. Reasons for poor achievement. Conclusion . Bibliography....»

Review of Mark Allan Peterson’s “Anthropology and Mass communication: Media and myth in the new millennium”

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Term papers   |   03/24/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «The study of anthropology is an interesting one, as it is the study of humanity, but it also has roots in the natural sciences and the humanities. Students of anthropology gain experience through ethnographic investigation, meaning that that use...»

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Child Labor in India: The government's plans & the function of education

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Term papers   |   03/24/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «In the densely-populated poor and developing countries, the problem of child labor is acute. India is no exception. A World Bank Report published in January 2000 has revealed that there are six crore working children in India-the largest in terms...»

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Strategies for global competitiveness

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Term papers   |   03/24/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Successful companies develop strategies for doing business in emerging markets that are different from those they use at home and often find novel ways of implementing them, too. Once a company has identified the market space it wishes to target,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Strategies for globalization. SWOT analysis. Driving forces of various market conditions. Types of business integration. Vertical. Horizontal. Financial holding strategy. Conclusion. Bibliography....»

Freedom of expression and pornography in Canadian Law: An in-depth look

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Term papers   |   03/24/2009   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «Even in a progressive nation like Canada, it can be agreed on by most people that freedom of expression, even though it is a right that we all hold dear, does have its limits. However, the issue that is pertinent, particularly in law, is where this...»

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Geography of milk: Its origin to present

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Term papers   |   03/24/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «When studying the geography of diet, a fascinating topic is milk. Milk is the food that mammals, including humans have as their first food. It is a food for the new eater, a drinkable essence created by a mother for the challenging diet of her...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. How milk came to be. When did hums start drinking milk?. Milk: Unpopular in Mediterranean areas of Greece and Rome. Popularity in pre-industrial Europe . Chang in production of milk with the coming of the industrial age. The price of...»

Foreign direct investment: Problems and challenges in the present corporate world

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Term papers   |   03/24/2009   |   .doc   |   11 pages
Document abstract : «In the present emerging global economy, the nature of the foreign investment has to be generally motivated by various favorable business environments accelerated by globalization, liberalization as well as privatization of capital flows which have...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Nature of trade and investment. Types of foreign investment in India. Foreign direct investment. Wholly owned subsidiary. Joint venture. Acquisition. Portfolio investment. Investment by FIIs. Investment by GDRs, FDRs, FCCBs. Factors...»

Indian global corps - Strategies and global realities

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Term papers   |   03/24/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «A powerful and fast paced transformation of the Indian society has begun. This change is driven by the corporate, small and medium enterprises and the common man alike. Usually competitiveness refers to characteristics that permit a firm to compete...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Statistics of growing Indian presence. A few time-tested strategies. Bibliography. Conclusion....»

Residential segregation in the Industrial City, 1870-1930

History & geography   |   Geography   |   Term papers   |   03/24/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «The mid-nineteenth century was a changing time, and the forces of the industrial revolution were continually changing the social landscape. The industrial revolution brought with it changes in production, manufacturing, farming and transportation,...»

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The implementation of information technology towards agricultural development: New initiatives and strategies

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Indian project   |   03/24/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «After the initiation of liberalization reforms of 1990's, rise of new economy stocks or sunshine sector in the Indian economy great changes had taken place throughout the nation. The entry of corporate in areas of public sector dominance,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Present status of technology transfer in agricultural sector. Information Technology in agricultural sector. Expert systems. E-mail. Electronic journals. Rural Problems in using Information Technology. Strategies for effective...»

Brown v Mississippi

Law & contracts   |   Criminal law   |   Case study   |   03/24/2009   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «Friday March 30th, 1934. A sixty-year old White planter from the Giles community in Mississippi, Raymond Stewart, was found mutilated at approximately 1 o'clock that day, in his house. The police had discovered his body, and requested a physician...»

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SOLAR-CAL Company

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Case study   |   03/24/2009   |   .doc   |   17 pages
Document abstract : «Solar energy is a market that has been growing for the better part of twenty years. Japan, Germany, and the United States account for more than three quarters of solar panels installed in the world. These countries are at the forefront of this...»

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