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Introduction During the past three decades China has quickly risen to become one of the key players in the global arena. Unlike thirty years ago, being the second largest economy in the world today has put China at the centre of major global issues, including economy and politics (Carmody and Owusu, 2007). As will be seen in this paper, China’s power is attributable to a strategic plan aimed at dominating all the worth-controlling resources in the world. This strategy is based on a mutual partnership between China and its economic partners and has been referred to as the Beijing Consensus (BJC), usually contrasted from the Washington Consensus (WAC) as the US’s/the West’s economic plan for the developing world. Although the term Beijing Consensus has been used to generally describe China’s economic development model, there’s hardly an agreement as to what it really entails. This is because it does not exactly set out clear goals for economic development. Instead it operates on three primary principles. These will be discussed in the paper later. Equally, many have analyzed it by watching its manifestations as both an economic plan and a foreign economic policy. For instance, contrary to the Western strategy of democratic capitalism, the Beijing Consensus is generally characterized with notably “distinct attitudes toward development, politics and the balance of power” (Ramo, 2004). This strategy is a combination of China’s internal economic policies, such as policy toolkit and corporate allegiance, and long-term plans, including control over large resources and China’s relation with the outside world, especially those countries that have something to offer towards its economic plan. One study by Ramo (2004) observes that China “is marked with a ruthless affinity for innovation, emphasis on China’s belief in multilateralism and sovereignty, and ‘asymmetric projection of power”. The last two components have fostered and furthered good relations between China and the developing world. China’s approach is explicitly marked by a refusal to meddle with the issues of other countries. An article by the The Economist aptly says that the “Beijing consensus is to keep quiet/shut up” (2010). Through this good international relations China safeguards a peaceful environment and itself against the possibility of the US politics to turn it into a global outcast. Thus, in the aftermath of what is perceived as the collapse of the WAC, the BJC offers better hope of prosperity to the developing world (Ramo, 2004). Already, China’s popularity in the world, especially in the developing countries, has been growing. A survey carried out by the Pew Research Centre in 2009 found that China was not only viewed fav
Abstract A substantial amount of existing research regarding the experience of individuals living with physical disabilities, has been done still, little is known as to how the carnal infirmity takes hold of the quality of romantic relationships. In the light of this lack of knowledge, the present study attempts to explore the degree of relationship satisfaction in connection with the way handicapped people deal with the challenges of romantic involvement, as well as the emotional outcome originating on dyadic experience. In this study, fifty physically disabled individuals between the ages of 25-35 are going to be interviewed with the purpose of assessing their level of happiness with relationship, and the impact of it on their emotional health. Participants will be asked to complete the Relationship Assessment Scale (RAS), and the Depression, Anxiety, Stress Scale (DASS). Additionally, they will be asked to complete a demographic information form, and a disability specific information questionnaire. Interview data will be analyzed using a multiple regression analysis and an analysis of variance. Ιt is expected that physically challenged participants would demonstrate high levels of satisfaction with their relationships and as a result low levels of depression and anxiety. Introduction Our Inclination to form romantic relationships is an intrinsic part of human nature mulling over our need to form social bonds with other people. According to Maslow, both physical needs including sex, as well as the emotional need for affection, love, and togetherness, are essential in order to satisfy our self-esteem and by extension to develop and maintain personal welfare/comfort (Bernstein, Nash, Clarke-Stewart, Penner, & Roy, 2002). Similarly, Manfred Max-Neef (1991) described “Affection” as an important human necessity. This so called need concerns both healthy and physically disabled individuals. Apart from the positive effects on the physical as well as mental health of those being married or in a relationship have been extensively recorded by numerous studies. Specifically, married people are mentally and physically healthier than singles or those cohabitating (Lees , 2007; Wood, Goesling & Avellar, 2007). Analogous are the results of a comparison between those in a relationship and singles. Overall, married people and those in relationships are more likely to experience lower levels of depression and anxiety as well higher levels of self-esteem. They additionally, experience higher levels of happiness, sexual and life satisfaction, and tend to live longer (Lees, 2007; Kamp Dush, & Amato, 2005; Wilson & Oswald, 2005). The benefit of being in a loving relationship, like marriage, is so remarkable for human health that according to researchers it can be similar to this of giving up smoking (Wilson & Oswald, 2005). Respectively, loving relationships, and/or marriage are equally beneficial for disabled individuals as well. In particular, handicap
Introduction A web browser is an application or software designed for retrieving, providing, and traversing data information on the World Wide Web (Parsons, 2008). This paper will evaluate three major web browsers; it will compare their utilities and features for a broader understanding. Mozilla Firefox, Opera mini, and Seamonkey are the three web browsers covered in this project paper. Generally, this discussion will provide key similarities and differences between the three web browsers. Because Mozilla Firefox is the most common web browser, we shall compare it with the other two web browsers. Opera mini browser and Mozilla Firefox Display . Parsons (2008) argues that, both Opera mini and Mozilla Firefox programs have the same placement of buttons just like other commonly used browsers. Opera mini has a “skinned” theme while the Mozilla Firefox has a simple interface (Parsons, 2008). Generally, the two appear almost same in terms of theme. Additionally, both browsers have features that are user friendly. In fact, in terms of preference both programs are easy to use. Feature s. Both browsers have a difference in terms of features since Opera mini has “add-ons” (Parsons, 2008). Although it is possible to add “add-ons” features to any program, Mozilla Firefox browser does not have this application. Firefox only contains some basic features unlike Opera mini that contains Opera Mail and Bit Torrent among many others (Parsons, 2008). Memory use . In terms of memory usage, both programs have a difference in this feature. Opera mini browser is by far better than Mozilla Firefox is; Opera mini is very efficient in terms of memory. On the other hand, Firefox browser has issues with memory usage. In fact, the latest version of Firefox is complicated and does not handle memory very well; despite its development, the plugin feature seems to consume more memory and this makes the program to respond slowly (Parsons, 2008). Speed . This test is complex and it is difficult to decide which browser has a better speed for both programs. However, based on my observation Opera mini is faster for slower connection. Mozilla Firefox loads more content before showing them while Opera mini browser loads and displays content instantaneously (Parsons, 2008). For this reason, Opera mini is faster in loading slower connections especially loading basic HTML for G-mail. Mozilla Fire fox and Seamonkey browser Mozilla Firefox and Seamonkey browsers are similar in one way or the other. After a broad investigation, I have discovered that both programs are compatible with most common operating system including Windows, Linux, and UNIX among others (Pikimal.com
Let me clean up the difference between the concept of health status and the social determinants of health. The health status represents a complex concept, including many aspects from the biological structure and functioning to social activities. At the same time, SDOH primarily refers to the social environment of people’s lives. Surprisingly, the social and demographic attributes influence the health conditions and comfort of the individuals, groups, and populations. The social determinants include gender, ethics, social code, scholarship, earnings, employment, etc. Speaking about social determinants of health in the USA, this topic is especially actual right now, according to the covid-19 pandemic. The significant role of healthcare providers is health safety, and that is why at all levels of health care, the determinants should be taken into consideration. According to Singu (2020), several SDOH aspects are interrelated and played a significant role during the pandemic. Such factors as education and the possibility to earn money in quarantine conditions, or socioeconomic factors, social support, and income. There are also a lot of controversial issues in American health determinants at all. Other developed countries spend even less on healthcare than the USA and still have better outcomes. It possibly happens because of ignoring some factors while focusing on medicalized approach. Inungu and Minelli (2021) identify such critical factors as economic landscape, population sociodemographic characteristics as a part of the environmental context of the problem. This question is highly significant, and it seems essential to consider social determents of health while performing the health care providing activities.
Hiring of employees remains a challenge to most international companies. In addition to promoting the culture of keeping happy the already existing workforce by offering first consideration to the existing employees especially about promotion, also, the company has to maintain high standards by selecting the best personnel both from within and outside the already existing organization’s workforce. In selecting personnel to fill the vacant plant operations manager oversees, there is a need to consider several factors for effectiveness. The following is an evaluation of the three candidates presented to fill the vacant position for the plant operations manager for St. Clair industries. Candidate A is a single individual. He is a university graduate and has worked in operations management for two years. This candidate speaks Spanish but has never traveled outside the United States. In recruiting this candidate, the company will acquire an employee with high management skills since the candidate has a higher training on management. Candidate A offers the company an energetic and youthful option for the management position (Askegren, 2012). Unlike other candidates, candidate A is likely to take a shorter duration to settle in Chile since he speaks both English and Spanish. This candidate is also likely to dedicate much of his time in executing the office duties unlike other candidates who may spend sufficient time in handling family issues. However, candidate A may suffer from inexperience given that he has not been in senior management positions for a long time. Based on his education level, candidate A may also be expensive to hire in comparison to other candidates. The company will also incur cost for training the employee on the company’s policies. Candidate B is a married individual with three school-aged children. His spouse does not work outside the home. Additionally, candidate B has worked for the organization for 18 years. Hiring candidate B will save the company the training cost. It will also be in line with the human resource management policies which entail giving first consideration to employees from within while filling vacant positions in the organization’s management positions. Candidate B has a vast experience in managerial duties. He also has a proper knowledge of the company’s policies. However, the company will have to incur additional cost in hiring an interpreter for this candidate since he does not speak Spanish. Candidate B may also find it hard to settle in Chile due to the language barrier. Additionally, this candidate may find it hard to enjoy his new role due to the long distance separation from his family. Candidate C is a married female individual with no children. She has worked for the company for 18 years. Candidate C does not speak Spanish but has travelled extensively for the company. In employing this candidate, the company will gain from her rich managerial experience that she has gained over the last 18 years. The company will also build a good image by recruiting a
Welsh, Zajac and Bucklen (2014) focus on the effectiveness of prison-based therapeutic community (TC) drug treatment. The researchers state that although TC drug treatment is more intensive, it appears to be less effective that outpatient group counseling. The TC drug treatment is based on the evidence-based approach. Peer community is the principle aspect of the treatment. Clients go through a number of phases. The treatment includes individual as well as group daily meetings, life skills groups, “participation in a therapeutic milieu with well-specified roles, privileges, and responsibilities” (Welsh et al., 2014, p. 152). This treatment also presupposes sanctions and rewards to facilitate the desirable behaviors. The researchers also note that the treatment is associated with reduced drug use. The participants of the research were male inmates in medium security prisons who had a documented history of alcohol or drug abuse (Welsh et al., 2014). The patients did not have severe mental issues. Detainers were also excluded from the research. The treatment involved a mandatory aftercare program that lasted six months. The researchers compared the TC drug treatment and outpatient group counselling. The latter approach turned out to be more effective as it was associated with longer abstinence, increased motivation to change and become an effective member of the community. To measure the effectiveness of this kind of treatment, it is necessary to apply relapse treatment outcome model. This model focuses on lifelong outcomes and the client’s abstinence (Hanser, Mire & Braddock, 2011). This model is the most suitable to measure TC drug treatment as the latter also focuses on lifelong abstinence since substance abuse is seen as one of contributing factors to criminal activity of the offenders (Welsh et al., 2014). Brocato and Wagner (2008) note that motivation plays an important role in retention among drug abused. Hence, it can be effective to identify the extent to which participants of the TC drug treatment are motivated to avoid using drugs. This will help researchers predict the risk of retention. Importantly, relapse treatment outcome model can help counsellors identify cost effectiveness of the TC drug treatment since it is possible to identify a particular period when offenders refrain from using drugs. Admittedly, more extended periods of abstinence mean that the program is effective. It is important to add that the TC drug treatment is an intensive program that is associated with quite substantial funding (meetings with counsellors, aftercare program) and, hence, it is important to identify exact periods of abstinence. It is noteworthy that the model is associated with certain limitations, as individual characteristics of clients are not considered. Welsh et al. (2014) stress that characteristic features play a very important role in treatment and individuals may differently respond to it. Therefore, it is possible to include this aspect to the relapse treatment outcome model to be able to measure effectiveness of the treatment in a more efficient way. In conclusion, it is possible t
A new venture must explore the market potential for their business and opportunities in the area, competition and buying potential. Along with planning, it is the activity most directly concerned with matching corporate resources, present and future, with opportunity. The aim of the business plan is to bring a coordinated effort to the new enterprise, adjusting and balancing its resources, and producing programs of logical action. Since marketing executives are faced with the necessity of utilizing scarce capabilities and resources in limited periods of time, allocation is a major problem. Effective allocation can only be achieved, however, through planned behavior. By enabling the conservation and allocation of human and physical resources, business planning provides the basic means for designing the marketing mix, implementing marketing programs, and establishing new objectives. Concept Explanation Recent years, a national cuisine and cooking becomes very population in America and Europe. Many people are big fans of different national foods visiting a favorite restaurant in their neighborhood. Greek food and drinks are not as popular as Chinese or Japanese food but represents unique opportunities for new businesses to expire this sector. Unique design of furniture, national drinks and food will attract a lot of visitors to this club. The name of a Grill-Café-club is “MONO’ene” or ‘the only one’. The concept is a three floored building: top floor – Grill, main floor – Café and underground – Club. The design and layout of all three floors will be Greek oriented and the food served as well as the drinks served would be Greek. Top floor – Grill and main floor – Café will be open during day hours while an underground Club will be opened from 7PM till 4AM. Thus, the main floor – Café will work from 10 AM till 4 AM. Top floor – Grill will work from 10 AM till 7 PM. Product Design The main emphasis will be on historical traditions and national food. Most Greeks are largely vegetarians. Common foods include beans, cabbage, leeks, lentils, onions, turnips, and some fruits. The Greek diet emphasizes porridges or grain pastes (maza), usually made from barley or entils. Historically, the city-state of Sparta was known for its “black broth,” made from pork stock, blood, vinegar and salt. A special attention will be given to Greek wines. Since, 500 and 100 B.C. Greece is famous in the Mediterranean world for its fine wines, but the Greek cuisine never approaches that of the French. The rich of the Mediterranean countries like imported wines, especially those from two Greek islands in the Aegean Sea, Lesbos and Chios. Traditional Greek wines are sweet wines (e.g., the Pramnian of Homer, and mead, from honey and herbs). The Greeks (and Romans) follow the Egyptian custom of diluting wine with water, to dilute the salt used in wine as a preservative at that time. This practice also results in a beverage with sharply reduced alcohol content (Appendix 2, Sample Menu). Marketing Strategies Mission is to provide visitors with unique services and products including Greek food and wines, lif
Introduction Directed by Kathryn Bigelow, Point Break is a blockbuster that everyone one loves to watch but no one wants to discuss because once one starts talking about it he or she will not finish due to interruptions from people trying to explain how they enjoyed every bit of it! Its originality coupled with thrilling scenes developed under a capriole plot makes this Point Break riveting. Not to mention John Utah’s unwitting cinematic comic actions throughout the cast which adds nothing but fun the movie. Utah comes into FBI at a time when bank robberies have become a thorn in flesh in the community. His first duty therefore, is to come up with a plan to root out the notorious Ex-Presidents gang that Pappas, despite his experience with FBI has failed to deal with. Utah infiltrates the surfing community dominated by members of Ex-Presidents. Sure, to his plan, he manages to unearth this gang’s clandestine dealings. He comes so close to shooting Bodhi; the ringleader, unfortunately or fortunately, he manages to escape. However, this movie is ironical at some point. Irony Logic has it that, as a FBI agent, Utah is expected to investigate and unearth Ex-Presidents criminal dealings. He does this quite well. He endures a lot of pain to establish who the Ex-Presidents are. Considering Pappas proposition that members of the Ex-Presidents might be surfers, Utah volunteers to learn surfing at any cost and this is evident from the way he humbly submits to Tyler’s commands despite being a FBI agent. Eventually, he manages to befriend Bodhi, the leader of the Ex-Presidents. After a series of actions, Utah and Pappas confirm that Bodhi and the rest are members of the Ex-Presidents after seeing them case a bank. Utah and Pappas confront the gang; however, it manages to escape unscathed. This is a well-done FBI job. Ironically, even after this chase and confirming that Bodhi and his friends are indeed members of the Ex-Presidents, Utah agrees to join them becoming part of their skydiving team. This is ironical even ridiculous. Eventually, Utah decides to accompany the Ex-Presidents in one of their bank robberies. However, their plans crumble and Utah is left at the scene of robbery and arrested by his boss. As aforementioned, Utah is brave and he manages to unearth the Ex-President’s dealings. However, it is ironical that he decides to join them in skydiving even after getting what he wanted; that is, determining the real members of the Ex-Presidents. It would make sense if after the chase that Utah and Pappas gave Bodhi and his friends; Utah embarked on a mission to arrest them, not strengthening their friendship. Conclusion Point Break is a blockbuster with all cinematic elements that would thrill any movie lover. Utah emerges as both a hero and a villain. He manage