What did many Americans think about expansionism at the turn of the twentieth century? What were the reasons for American expansionism at the turn of the twentieth century and what justification did Americans offer for expansion? Imperialists argued that “free land” on the western frontier was dwindling, and thus new outlets needed to be found […]
What percentage of the world is covered by rainforests?
What percentage of the world is covered by rainforests? In fact, though rainforests cover less than 2 percent of Earth’s total surface area, they are home to 50 percent of Earth’s plants and animals, according to The Nature Conservancy. What are 5 interesting facts about the rainforest? There are several different types of rainforests. Rainforests […]
What is a punitive disciplinary approach?
What is a punitive disciplinary approach? Punitive Discipline is Unacceptable. While employers have a reasonable right to manage their workplace, discipline should never be punitive. That is, you should not punish an employee for their wrongdoing or incompetence. You cannot reduce their pay or hours of work. You can’t withhold pay or humiliate the employee. […]
How does theory affect practice psychology?
How does theory affect practice psychology? It enables them to function as practitioners since without it they would literally not be practising but engaging in random and purposeless behaviour. The theory allows them to decide what practice means and thus to make sense of what they are doing. What are the main theories of psychology? […]
What is Gerontology and Geriatrics?
What is Gerontology and Geriatrics? Gerontology is multidisciplinary and is concerned with physical, mental, and social aspects and implications of aging. Geriatrics is a medical specialty focused on care and treatment of older persons. What is the process of aging called? Ageing or aging (see spelling differences) is the process of becoming older. In the […]
What is the theory of socioemotional selectivity As people age?
What is the theory of socioemotional selectivity As people age? Definition. Socioemotional selectivity theory is a life-span theory of motivation that posits age differences in goals result from shrinking time horizons. When time is perceived as expansive, individuals will prioritize information-focused goals. Why is socioemotional selectivity theory important? Importantly, socioemotional selectivity theory argues that changing […]
What was the character of the stock market in the late 1920s?
What was the character of the stock market in the late 1920s? What was the character of the stock market in the late 1920’s, and what caused it to crash? The character of the stock market was the bull market, it crashed because stocks were overvalued and many people had purchased stocks on margin. How […]
Do contour lines show elevation?
Do contour lines show elevation? Contour lines are lines drawn on a map with equal elevation points, so elevation would be constant if you followed the contour line physically. The elevation and terrain shape of the contour lines shows. It is useful because they show the form of the land surface on the map–its topography. […]
How was the North Star created?
How was the North Star created? In 1846, Frederick Douglass was first inspired to publish The North Star after subscribing to The Liberator, a weekly newspaper published by William Lloyd Garrison. The Liberator was a newspaper established by Garrison and his supporters founded upon moral principles. What was Douglass rationale for starting the North Star? […]
What is biological bases of behavior psychology?
What is biological bases of behavior psychology? All human (and animal) behavior is a product of biological structures and processes, highly organized on multiple interconnected levels. Understanding these biological precursors of behavior can lead to treatments for psychological disorders, such as drugs that influence neurotransmitter function. Why are psychologists concerned with human behavior? Psychology — […]