Taboos
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Relationship Taboos of the PastAs the years progress, the rules of relationships evolve. Things that were considered awful in the 1950s are now considered a way of life for today's couples. These are three examples of taboos that have lost the stigma. -
Religious Taboos Against Stem Cell Research: No Cure for Lou Gehrig's Disease 32 Years After My Cousin Died TorturouslyHe died when we were both about 28. I’m 57 and there still is no cure—and barely any ameliorative measures—for ALS. I believe that one of the main reasons has been the religious taboos against adult stem cell therapy or research. Too many people believe r
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Teen Talk: Breaking Taboos About Sexuality in the South Asian CommunityIn the South Asian community, sexuality is not always discussed openly. We hope to break down some of the taboos and discuss ways to have healthy conversations around this topic.
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Ethical Relativism and Absolute TaboosTaboos regulate our sexual conduct, race relations, political institutions, and economic mechanisms - virtually every realm of our life.
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Intercultural Business Taboos: What to AvoidUnderstanding intercultural business communication taboos and what to avoid can ultimately save a company's business and lead to the deal of a lifetime or if uninformed lead to a dead deal.
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Social Taboos: Men's Restroom EtiquetteWhy is it socially unacceptable to look at another person in the men's restroom? Why do men never seem to flush the toilet? What is the "rules," social norms and social taboos of the men's restroom? What would happen if you violated them?
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Backpacking in Japan: Social TaboosThe Japanese are a proud people, and their exotic culture and land intrigues thousands of visitors each year. Backpacking through Japan is an amazing and wonderful experience. Hostels....
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Backpacking Thailand: Social TaboosThailand is one of the most popular backpacking destinations for college students and young adults. With huge, beautiful beaches, cheap prices, vibrant cities, and people from all corners of the world, Thailand is....
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The Social Taboos of Interracial Dating in America Concerning African AmericansInterracial couples have suffered ignorance, harsh jokes, backstabbing, and cruelty all because they want to be together. It is 2010, this intolerance is no longer acceptable.
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Fun Ideas for Experiments in Social Norm Violation and Social TaboosViolating a social norm or social taboo will get you ignored at best, and beat up at worst. If you would like to conduct an experiment in social norms, here are some unique suggestions!
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Gays and TaboosEveryone knows when a person crosses the line of a taboo, particularly a sexual one. Homosexuals have crossed the line and, to cover their tracks, want everyone to become indecent and sexually promiscuous. But this has dangers!
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Gift Giving in Japan: Customs, Traditions and TaboosIn Japan, it is customary to offer a gift to your host family, or to give a gift when coming to someones home for dinner or on a special occasion. Gift giving is a tradition, and it is expected. Most....
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Living Outside the Box of Typical Christian TaboosWhy have so many Americans renounced Christianity? What is the BOX of current "Christian" ethics that forbid positive and relevant scientific studies like palm reading and astrology? Can closet-Christians have peace with living outside the box? -
Social Etiquette 101: A Look at the Taiwanese/Chinese CultureA look at some taboos of the Taiwanese/Chinese culture -
Why Are so Many Dying from AIDS/HIV in Africa?In 2008 there were 33.4 million people living with AIDS/HIV in Africa. The Untied States and many other countries have done a great job in preventing the spread. Why not Africa? -
Sasha Grey Breaks Taboos on EntourageSasha Grey will star on the upcoming season of Entourage and force the show to touch on things it never has before. -
Certain Traditions LingerIt is not that there is no orthodoxy, or traditional taboos, in the Punjab. To a man the Punjabi peasants are bitterly opposed to the recent reform enacted by the Indian parliament relating to the Hindu law of inheritance...
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Sigmund Freud on the Origins of ReligionExamines two separate theories for the origin of religion as proposed by Freud. -
What You Should Not Do in AsiaYou can called it superstitious, mambo-jumbo, or whatever. But some countries (or some district in those countries) still believe this things. So before you got into trouble while in there, learn about these taboos...
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4 Taboos of Decorating with WhiteLong gone are the days of white walls, carpeting, and furniture. Your home should show your personality and using white isn’t it. I have never been a fan of white walls, floors, and furniture.
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Matt Dillon's 'Modern Family' Guest Spot: There's Something About .....Dede?Just when we thought we've seen it all on ABC's 'Modern Family,' they go and give us a storyline that addresses one of the biggest taboos ever. Matt Dillon and Shelley Long guest star in the episode "Princess Party."
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First Menstruation Rituals in Sri LankaMenstruation is a universal occurrence that marks the beginning of womanhood for women in cultures around the world. In many cultures the act of menstruating brings with it various social implications and taboos for the young woman.
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Homosexuality and Taboos in the Modern ChurchI discuss the notion of Homosexuality in the church. However, I do not take the Biblical road, so to speak, but the rational throught process - something that most Christian's do not possess. -
The Hangover - the One of Its Kind that is Actually EnjoyableThe best way for me to describe this movie is that it is wicked funny. It's not afraid to break any particular taboos, and its setup is ingenious. It proves to be one of the best times I have had so far at the movies this summer season. -
Social Taboos and Common Customs in China: Information for Backpackers and TouristBackpacking is a revolving, ever-changing experience, where you can quickly learn the difference between your own culture and others. Traveling through a country will allow you to....
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Contemporary Segregation in the SouthA look at contemporary social values and taboos which lead to segregation issues in the Southern United States.
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How to Raise a Daughter After DivorceA first person narrative on raising a daughter from point of divorce to soon to be college graduate . Many women are not aware of the societal taboos that they will have to withstand.
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Coffee Made From Cat-Excreted Beans Popular in AustraliaKopi Luwak coffee which is made from coffee beans excreted by civet cats ranks high amongst the world's most expensive and rare coffees. -
The Public-Private Ethical Distinction in Our EconomyIn a treatise that objectively defines and categorizes etiquette, G. Stolyarov II explores the precise nature of the difference between "public" and "private" matters, and how an individual can and should apply it for his optimum self-interest.
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Hippie Culture Within AmericaHistorical look at hippie influences on American culture.
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Becoming a Stand-Up Comedian: Working BlueThe sixth in a series of articles describing the development of one's comedy career; this article focuses on the choice to use obscene words or material in your act.
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Serial and Mass KillersScholarly literature, biographical studies of serial killers, as well as anecdotal evidence suggest that serial and mass killers suffer from personality disorders and some of them are also psychotic.
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What Role Can Women Play in Leading Worship?As a member of conservative protestant churches, I learned early on that women were expected to "sit up and shut up". Over the past few years, God has stretched me in this area. What is a woman's place in ministry, and more specifically in leading worship?
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Top 10 Wes Craven FilmsFilms that will bring nightmares to your sleep
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Domestic Violence and Hypertension in Richmond HillHypertension and Domestic Violence are at large within the Guyanese community in Richmond Hill, Queens. Are there services available to treat these illnesses? Are they being utilized? There are several ways in which the community can deal with these issues.
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An Analysis of Ethical Issues in the Film "Philadelphia"Mr. Stolyarov examines the central ethical dilemma of "Philadelphia": whether or not a man who is fully competent at performing his job can be fired simply because he possesses a disorder or exhibits a lifestyle against which the company's owner possesses a prejudice.
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Aristotle and the Pursuit of HappinessA college thesis paper comparing nine different philosophers ideas of truth and happiness.
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HBO's Rome: How Real is It?HBO's Sword and Sandal drama has won over fans, and reinvigorated the sword-and-sandal genre. But how realistic is the show? -
Treating Depression: How to Get Help If You Are Suffering from DepressionDepression has always been a big taboo in most societies. There are a lot of people who feel they are suffering from depression but don't know what to do and where to get some help.
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