Introduction Each individual must contribute to a sustainable future. However, it is sad to realize that every puff on a cigarette is a guarantee on the partaker’s looming death. Smoking is a ticking time bomb of severe consequences on the whole humanity. That is why most smokers on their death beds regret their disregard for the effects of smoking cigarettes. Tragically, they end up confessing that smoking ended their lives. Smoking is the cause of fatal diseases, such as cancer and some respiratory and vascular illnesses. For instance, CDC(d) outlines that over 16 million Americans are suffering from a condition related to smoking. Besides, smoking claims more than 8 million lives annually (WHO). Thus, it is essential to enlighten the public about the effects of tobacco and the dangers of chemicals contained in cigarettes to secure a brighter future for everyone.
How do television and the internet compare as media of communication? What are their advantages and disadvantages? Television for long was the principal means for communication, before the emergence of the internet. Both are media for communication, which differ in terms of advantages and disadvantages. Since TV was invented, it has become a part of people’s lives. Currently, TVs are becoming more elegant and have more functions. Both TV and the internet are sources of entertainment. People can view videos and other information on both platforms. However, the internet offers a wider variety of info compared to TV, due to its massive access to information to more platforms. Both TV and the internet can be used as a platform for education and learning. However, the internet offers a wide variety of information due to its multiple sources. As much as the TV can provide information such as historical facts, how to undertake various activities such as cooking among other educational information, the internet has a wide variety and timely information, which is way more than what the TV can offer.
Amos and Andy can be described as a sitcom series with an entirely black main cast that brought unique verve to television humor. Given that the main cast included black actors and actresses, it is evident that the characters were bound to expose several ethnic stereotypes addressed by Ethnic Notions, a 1986 documentary that analyzes black caricatures in media. Such stereotypes arguably depict the life of black Americans while describing a certain level of contrast to the white race. Ethnic Notions lays a foundation for this contrast as it examines several plots and stereotypes relative to the African American community. In particular, the documentary summarizes the depictions of several historical films and television shows. By analyzing the plot and characters in Amos and Andy, it is clear that there is a significant level of continuance in the stereotypic nature of its black characters.
The idea of feminism has always evoked mixed reactions among both men and women. People’s definitions of feminism are influenced by their upbringing, which in most cases, results in a negative depiction of feminism. Even though feminism is about equality and balanced gender roles that do not discriminate against women, it is not easy to change the perceptions and attitudes towards gender roles in modern society. Society’s perception of feminism is a reminder of Roxane Gay’s statement in her book “Bad Feminist” that “rules will never change for girls no matter who they are or what they do.” In modern society, men are celebrated more than women because they are perceived to provide greater value (Gay 2).
Racism and brutality have been concerns for a very long time, with the people of color being on the receiving end on many occasions. Many human rights activists and organizations worldwide have tried to protest against the murders of black people, especially in the hands of authorities. The problem remains persistent to date, as many cases of police brutality against black people keep occurring. The world must consider better ways of addressing the problem of racism and police brutality against black people. A proposition in the form of the policy can serve as a better solution to the problem of racism and police brutality, as it will ensure proper courses of action to take when such incidences happen. Black Lives Matter is a movement that is picking momentum, especially in the United States due to the effect of police brutality against black people. The issue of law enforcement officers using more force when apprehending people of color has become a big issue in the U.S. and across the world. Black people have been experiencing “disproportionate interactions with the criminal justice system” for a long time (Williamson et al. 401). The reason for the quick emergence of the need to address…
Creativity is the ability to find new ideas that deviate from the accepted patterns of thinking, successfully solve problems in a non-standard way, and resolve the issues in certain fields of operation. Creativity involves viewing problems from a different angle and solving them in a unique way. Creative thinking is an essential skill in business, science, culture, art, politics, and other areas of life that involve competition. Many scientists tried to find the connection between creativity and intelligence, creativity and mental health, and creativity and genetics. Experiments show that creativity is more complex than it seems to be and has a strong connection to different fields of science; however, it continues to remain one of the main determinants of success later in life.
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a chronic behavioral disorder that begins in childhood and can continue into adulthood. ADHD is a severe neurodevelopmental disorder that is caused by various risk factors and characterized by different symptoms. ADHD presents in three main subtypes – predominantly inattentive, predominantly hyperactive/impulsive, and a combination of the first two subtypes (Mayo Clinic, 2019). ADHD can lead to several complications in children if not addressed adequately. ADHD can be prevented at different stages of a child’s growth and development.
My friend, Anthony Thatcher, is uncertain as to whether his girlfriend will relish her birthday night-out watching “The Hunger Games” by Suzanne Collins (2012). As a long-trusted childhood comrade, I desire to see Anthony create memorable moments with his adventurous companion named Theresa Jones. Besides passing time and getting entertained, I believe that the movie will help the couple to reinforce their connection, relieve stress, and appreciate art. Additionally, the film will sensitize them about social issues and offer unforgettable film therapy (Ross, n.p.). Since the narrative involves an apocalyptic world where a sixteen-year-old girl is relentlessly trying to survive in dystopia, Anthony and Theresa will discover new approaches to overcoming life hurdles and remaining focused on their personal and collective goals.
Despite being an evolved democracy, a model for most countries struggling to meet even the basic standard of human rights, the US still grapples with the question of discrimination. Discrimination along the gender line is inherently a social issue, but because of contributions from policymakers, feminist campaigns, among other things that have heightened pressure to relook the problem and expand the interpretation of discrimination prohibiting laws to include modern concepts such as orientation. Sex discrimination is an essential concern in equality discourses since when perpetuated in areas such as workplace environment, it marginalizes certain genders and fosters social inequality, reducing the odds of attaining the desired level of social and economic equity. It is predominantly a women’s issue and explains largely the genesis of systemic prejudices in workplaces that forms the basis gender inequality, but LGBT people raise legal issues, and since sex is a protected quality, sexual orientation is an undeniable corollary.
Ethical codes are an essential aspect of each professional because they promote humanity and respect human rights in society. Professional, moral principles promote an individual’s need to recognize and appreciate other people’s specialization areas. The professional code fosters the division of labour in society. In our case study, Angela had to respect the cultural believes that Mr. Harrak’s family had. A society should be analyzed under the different ethical codes (Cogin, 2012). Angela should understand that there are no cultural practices that should be harmful to individual health. Therefore, procedural assessment is essential to protect Mr. Harrak’s rights that are curtailed owing to the mistreatment she receives from his wife in the name of cultural practices. There exists a conflict between culture and ethical codes. The different moral principles do not thoroughly guide Angela. The ethical codes are divided into four sections, suggesting that the social worker focuses on the mandate given to them as approved by the delegate’s NASW assembly. The preamble ethical codes highlight the mission of a social worker in American society. The social worker’s mission is to promote human life and well-being in society (Nash & O’Donoghue, 2015). American society’s social workers have to ensure their…