https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/targeted-parenting/202412/maybe-youre-not-an-introvert-maybe-its-a-trauma-response

I’m working on a college paper with thesis: "Effectiveness of Manipulation Techniques in Vulnerable Populations in 2024 and Their Ethical Evaluation." It’s a deep dive into how techniques like priming, operant conditioning, and emotional appeals affect decision-making in vulnerable communities—and how ethical or unethical these methods really are.

The survey is quick, anonymous, and designed to gather honest opinions. If you've ever been curious about how influence works—or want to support thoughtful research—this is your chance!

https://forms.gle/TED78T235WqSxHXS9

Feel free to share this with others, too. Every response helps bring clarity to this complex issue. Thank you so much for being part of this journey! 🙏

P.S. If you have any questions or want to chat about the topic, I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments!. If you want a copy of a finished paper, feel free to PM me your email, but note that final work is in Spanish.

Just to be clear up front, I'm not trying to pick a fight. This isn't a "gotcha" question, it's just an honest question that's been rattling around in my head today while thinking about the legal developments today with Penny and the CEO murder.

I am not on a crusade about justice, but I'm personally of the opinion that the not guilty verdict is a bit depressing. I certainly understand the views on both sides and am sympathetic to the fact that the other passengers on that subway ride were put in a tough spot. The young black man that lost his life had mental health issues and was acting erratically, but it still troubles me that he was killed and there were essentially no punishments for doing so. No repercussions.

My question is, what if our deceased CEO were the guy who was suffering a mental break? What if that same mentally compromised CEO got on that same subway car and acted in exactly the same way as Jordan Neely? Do you think 1) that he would've still been killed? But more importantly, 2) would the jury have reached that same conclusion?

I'm not one of those to make everything about race, but I think these variables would've probably created a different result. Especially if Penny were black. Hard to tell if a jury also might put more weight upon a life taken of a guy worth millions. What do you think?

I've been reflecting on the differences between Eastern and Western philosophical traditions. Eastern philosophy often emphasizes looking inward, focusing on self-validation through practices like meditation while prioritizing social harmony over individualism. In contrast, Western philosophy appears to lean toward external validation—such as prayer to a third party—and places a higher value on individual liberty.

Interestingly, brain scan studies show that Franciscan nuns and Buddhist monks engage similar regions of the brain during meditation and prayer, suggesting a shared neurological basis for these practices despite their cultural differences.

What does this say about how we define well-being across cultures? Are these philosophical approaches complementary, or are they in tension with each other in modern society?

https://dornsife.usc.edu/news/stories/drug-overdose-deaths-effect-on-children/

This USC Dornsife study reveals that by 2019, 1.4 million U.S. children had lost a family member to a drug overdose. The research shows that children aged 10 and older were three times more likely to experience this loss than younger kids though younger children are increasingly affected in recent years.

I've been searching all over but I really need the book: Doing Qualitative Research by David Silverman. I can only find a few old versions and the course I'm taking is about the 6th or 7th edition. Anyone with a pdf that can help me?

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So here's the deal. I've been accepted into UC Santa Barbara for geography. I am a little bit worried about the price of attending and how well I can actually do against students who are probably way smarter than me. I have heard that UCSB grades many classes in a way that makes it so only the top 10% can get an A. Is this true? I want to go for a graduate degree at a top UC. Should I just go to a local CSU like Stanislaus or Sac State? From what I can tell both have pretty good programs overall.

Hey everyone,

I’ve recently written an article diving into the trends and insights on unauthorized immigration in the U.S. from 1990 to 2023. Here’s a quick overview of what I cover:

📊 Data on how immigration has evolved over 33 years.
🌎 Regional breakdowns: Which countries and regions dominate?
🏙 State- and county-level analysis: Where do immigrants settle?
💰 Economic contributions: Industries, taxes, and societal impacts.
💬 Public opinion: What do Americans think?

I’ve included a mix of charts, analysis, and sources to keep it informative and balanced. If this sounds interesting, feel free to check it out here: Decades of Change: Unauthorized Immigration in the U.S. (1990–2023)

I’d love to hear your thoughts or answer any questions. Let’s discuss it!