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Introduction to mental health science
Health, Sports & Psychology

Introduction to mental health science

...think critically about some of the more pressing contemporary questions and controversies: Do anxiety and depression lie along a ‘continuum’ of human emotions? Do culture and societal views matter? How much of mental illness can the biology of the brain explain? Are anxiety and depression simply caused by the stresses and strains of daily living and by life’s events...
Spray diagrams
Science, Maths & Technology

Spray diagrams

...the particular arrangement meets with your objective. If you are stuck or lose the thread, start again with a new central theme and create a new, perhaps subsidiary, diagram. Don’t clutter up the original. You could perhaps just leave things for a while to give you time for some fresh thinking. References Buzan, A. (1974) Use your head, London, UK, BBC Publications....
Star Wars: Myth and fairy tale
History & The Arts

Star Wars: Myth and fairy tale

...thinks it’s sexual desire, and is unwittingly reliant on his wiser sister to repel his erotic drive. The suggestion of incest has Freudian companions in the symbolic castration of Luke by his father when he cuts off his hand and in the battle that culminates in Darth Vader’s death. The quest for the absent father is perhaps the strongest component of a mythic reading...
Mental health: Tips for mates
Health, Sports & Psychology

Mental health: Tips for mates

...think your friend is getting worse, has suicidal thoughts, is becoming more insular and reclusive, be aware. Also watch their eating and drinking habits - alcohol and medication don't mix well. Patience - If your friend is on strong medication, be aware that they might suffer from side effects such as sweating, nightmares, hand tremors, drowsiness, weight loss/gain,...
Winning Resources and Support
Money & Business

Winning Resources and Support

...thinking, he reveals the most useful theories behind devising and carrying out compelling campaigns. Finding and Cultivating Major Donors We've all read about them from venture philanthropists to reclusive millionaires but what really motivates major donors, and how can you harness their generosity for your good cause? Hear what leading strategic consultant Theresa Lloyd...
Exploring Psychology
Health, Sports & Psychology

Exploring Psychology

...think, develop, and experience the world around us has been fascinating psychologists for over 100 years. The tracks in this album cover a range of case studies, looking at factors which can influence the development of our personalities. What is the impact of significant people in our early lives? How do you go about the process of researching topics like this in social...
Audio 1 hr 33 mins
Modern slavery
Society, Politics & Law

Modern slavery

...system of human rights protection in relation to modern slavery, but also encourage an appreciation of the influence of International Human Rights Law on the development of the domestic system of human rights protection...This free course, Modern slavery, is designed to develop an understanding of the international system of human rights protection in relation to modern...
Level 1: Introductory 15 hrs
EPQs: writing up your dissertation
Education & Development

EPQs: writing up your dissertation

...think is important. It is equivalent to an A-level qualification. These articles are designed to help you if you are enrolled on an EPQ. See previous article in series: Finding and using evidence Writing up your dissertation. Being able to communicate well is an essential skill for both university and working life. One of the aims of the EPQ is to help you develop your...