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Meteoric
Science, Maths & Technology

Meteoric

...a modern web browser. Upgrade to the latest version of Internet Explorer or try a free alternative like Google Chrome, Firefox or Safari. Take your learning further Discover more by studying physics and astronomy with The Open University. If you want to see what kind of topics you'll be studying, try out some course materials for free first (look under the 'Try' column)....
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Darwin and Evolution
Science, Maths & Technology

Darwin and Evolution

...of artificial breeding of pigeons shed light on evolutionary processes. Dogs and breeding Dogs used to be bred for their ability to help humans. Now selective breeding accentuates physical features at the expense of ability to survive in the wild. Sparrows and breeding How differences in 'badge' sizes between males relates to success at finding food and rearing young....
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Rheumatoid arthritis - a long term condition
Health, Sports & Psychology

Rheumatoid arthritis - a long term condition

...physically and emortionally, when the condition first manifested itself. Diagnosis Liz looks back on about the protracted process of getting a diagnosis. Treatment Liz talks about the various medications she has had since her condition was first diagnosed and how she is now in drug-controlled remission. Adapting to life with rheumatoid arthritis Liz reflects on how her...
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What is trauma?
Society, Politics & Law

What is trauma?

...physically groggy/foggy/‘spaced out’ confused/unsure about what happened/what they’re feeling uninterested/scared/disgusted in sex/intimacy Responses to sexual trauma are numerous and varied. Rape Crisis list the following psychological, physiological and behavioural responses: intrusive/unwanted thoughts/ feelings physical feelings, e.g. nausea/sweating/shaking...
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What does it mean to be trauma informed in practice?
Society, Politics & Law

What does it mean to be trauma informed in practice?

...physical and emotional safety, trust, choice, collaboration and empowerment (Fallot and Harris, 2009). Workforce trauma must be ‘recognised and supported, whether that stems from childhood adversity, adult trauma, or directly or indirectly through work’ (Gillespie-Smith et al., 2018, p. 35). Being informed about trauma Trauma can happen at any stage of the life cycle....
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The arts in Participatory Action Research
Health, Sports & Psychology

The arts in Participatory Action Research

...physical, psychological and social problems. Inman and Rao (2018) define it as a pattern of behaviour between people in an intimate relationship where the intent is to control and dominate through psychological, physical and sexual mistreatment. This abuse can include cursing and screaming, as well as degradation by constantly criticising a partner’s thoughts, feelings...
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How can the arts improve health and wellbeing?
History & The Arts

How can the arts improve health and wellbeing?

...physical and mental health conditions. More broadly, the arts can be powerful agents across society, from young to old, building community and connectedness as well as helping individuals. But what evidence is there for the ability of the arts to improve health and wellbeing, and why might they be so effective? Arts therapies Formal arts therapies are used throughout...
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What are the security risks of living in a Smart City?
Science, Maths & Technology

What are the security risks of living in a Smart City?

...physical technologies and infrastructure to create environmental and economic efficiency while improving the overall quality of life” – have created important increases in the understanding of infrastructure usage, improved efficiency, and better service provision to citizens. That said, the emergence of smart cities – and the installation and utilization of vast...
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